Lessons from Kenya’s fraught electronic visa policy
15 April 2025 - 11:00 to 12:30 (GMT+1)
Online
One year on, how did electronic visas affect integration, economic growth and mobility in Kenya and the region?
In January 2024, Kenya introduced the Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA), replacing visa-on-arrival with a digital pre-approval system. Intended to streamline travel, it instead created many bureaucratic hurdles. Kenya has now exempted African nationals from getting ETAs, but concerns still remain.
Nigeria’s evolving foreign policy and global aspirations
4 March 2025 — 4:30PM TO 5:30PM
CHATHAM HOUSE & Online
As Africa’s most populous country and a leading economy, Nigeria is seeking to redefine its foreign policy approach in response to shifting geopolitical dynamics. The country’s diplomatic agenda prioritizes on strengthening international partnerships, expanding its influence in multilateral institutions, and asserting its role as a key player in global governance.
Forum EuropeAfrique
06 May 2025
Marseille, France
EBCAM is pleased to announce its partnership with La Tribune / La Tribune Afrique for the Forum EuropeAfrique.
What’s next for the new AU leadership ?
20 February 2025
Addis Ababa and Online
Expectations are high that new leaders will improve the African Union’s performance in achieving a secure and stable continent.
The AU Commission has a range of pressing issues on its plate, including implementing flagship initiatives like Silencing the Guns and the Free Movement of Persons. The election this month of new commission leaders coincides with Angola's assumption of the African Union (AU) Chairperson role. Expectations are high that new leaders will improve the African Union’s performance in achieving a secure and stable continent.
Can the AU reposition Africa in a changing global governance landscape?
11 February 2025
Addis Ababa and Online
As African leaders prepare for the 38th African Union (AU) summit in mid-February, insecurity continues in Sudan, the Horn and Sahel, with clashes intensifying in east Democratic Republic of the Congo. Global governance and economic dynamics are also shifting, especially with the start of United States President Donald Trump’s second term.
Energy Access Investment Forum 2025
08.04.2025 - 10.04.2025
Uganda
The Energy Access Investment Forum (EAIF) 2025 is the top annual investment event for the renewable electrification sector, fostering business and investor partnerships for the purpose of sustainable electricity access, decarbonisation, economic growth and fighting against climate change.
DJIBOUTI FORUM
Under the high patronage of H.E. Ismail Omar Guelleh, President of the Republic of Djibouti
DJIBOUTI FORUM
Gateway of Opportunities
7 - 8 April 2025
Global trade 2025
Conference
27 March 2025 — 8:00AM TO 6:00PM
Chatham House and Online
Join government officials, global business and civil society leaders to discuss how economic security policies are changing the global landscape and what stakeholders can do to prepare for this.
Mission 300 Africa Energy Summit
The Mission 300 Africa Energy Summit, to be held in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, on January 27-28, 2025, is a landmark gathering focused on accelerating energy access across Africa.
Italia Africa Business Week - 8th Edition
22-24 January 2025
Rome, Italy and Online
The 8th Edition of the Italia Africa Business Week (IABW) will be held in Rome from January 22 to 24, 2025. This business forum will center on a series of activities and events, as well as several discussions on key topics such as infrastructures, digital innovation, and renewable energy.