Side-Events of the 2026 Africa Think Tank Summit
Session Overview
A series of partner-led side events runs throughout Day 1, providing a platform for organizations to showcase innovative research, initiatives, and policy solutions, foster dialogue on priority development issues, and strengthen collaboration among think tanks, policymakers, development partners, academia, and the private sector.
These sessions are open to all registered Summit participants in both in-person and virtual formats, running in parallel with the day's workshops, roundtables, and policy dialogues.
Objective: to broaden participation and give partners a dedicated space to convene focused conversations. Expected outcome: a richer, more inclusive Summit programme that connects diverse stakeholders around the energy-and-transformation agenda.
Key Topics
- Partner-led research and initiatives
- Hybrid participation, open to all delegates
- Cross-sector dialogue and collaboration