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SUMMARY:Intersolar Africa - Nairobi
DESCRIPTION:Intersolar Africa is set to take place on February 3–4\, 2026 at the modern Sarit Expo Centre in Nairobi\, Kenya\, bringing together the brightest minds in solar energy. As Africa’s premier B2B solar exhibition and conference\, the event will host around 100 exhibitors\, 3\,000+ visitors\, and 250+ conference attendees from across the renewable energy spectrum. \nEngage with solar developers\, EPC contractors\, investors\, policymakers\, and technology providers in a dynamic setting designed to drive collaboration and innovation. Discover the latest advancements in photovoltaics\, energy storage\, grid integration\, and financing models tailored for Africa’s energy market. \nWith high-level discussions\, hands-on exhibits\, and unparalleled networking opportunities\, Intersolar Africa 2026 is the ultimate platform to explore business opportunities and shape the continent’s solar future.
URL:https://www.hsfg.africa/event/intersolar-africa/
LOCATION:Sarit Expo Center\, Nairobi\, Kenya
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260223
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260228
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SUMMARY:2026 SADC Sustainable Energy Week
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date\nThe 2026 SADC Sustainable Energy Week will take place from 23 – 27 February 2026 in Victoria Falls\, Zimbabwe. \nHosted under the theme:\n“Driving Regional Economic Growth through Clean Energy and Energy Efficiency”
URL:https://www.hsfg.africa/event/2026-sadc-sustainable-energy-week/
LOCATION:TBC
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260306
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SUMMARY:Africa Energy Indaba 2026 - Cape Town
DESCRIPTION:Join the energy revolution at Africa Energy Indaba 2026\, the continent’s flagship event dedicated to the energy sector. Explore opportunities across Africa\, hear from industry leaders\, and do business at the event. Through the conference\, side events\, exhibition and networking forums\, delegates exchange knowledge and collaborate on solutions driving sustainable growth. As a world-class platform for innovation and partnership\, the event unites CEOs\, ministers\, investors and experts to share insights and shape Africa’s energy future.
URL:https://www.hsfg.africa/event/africa-energy-indaba-2026/
LOCATION:CTICC\, 1 Lower Long Street\, Cape Town\, 8001\, South Africa
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260319
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260321
DTSTAMP:20260501T213831
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SUMMARY:11th Powering Africa Summit - Washington DC
DESCRIPTION:11th Powering Africa Summit in Washington D.C. from 19-20th March 2026 under the new theme ‘Powering the US-Africa Partnership: Energy Infrastructure\, Critical Minerals & Investment Strategies’ \nThis summit is a ‘high-level dialogue and an annual celebration of the US-Africa energy partnership. It brings together U.S. Government stakeholders\, institutional investors\, private financiers\, service and technology providers\, and international private sector stakeholders from North America with Ministers of Energy\, Finance and Mineral Resources\, governments\, Heads of Utilities\, Transmission and Distribution companies\, and Regulators from Africa.
URL:https://www.hsfg.africa/event/11th-powering-africa-summit-washington-dc/
LOCATION:JW Marriott Washington\, 1331 Pennsylvania Avenue NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20004\, United States
CATEGORIES:conference
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260411
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SUMMARY:International Vienna Energy and Climate Forum
DESCRIPTION:The IVECF is a premier international conference that convenes leaders\, innovators\, experts\, and young changemakers to advance on development\, energy\, and climate goals. Through high-level dialogues\, policy discussions\, and expert-driven side-events with key partners and thought leaders\, the Forum delivers concrete insights and inclusive and actionable solutions.
URL:https://www.hsfg.africa/event/ivecf2026/
LOCATION:Hofburg Conference Centre\, Vienna\, Austria
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ORGANIZER;CN="UNIDO":MAILTO:ivecf@unido.org
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SUMMARY:ARE Energy Access Investment Forum (EAIF) 2026 - Nairobi
DESCRIPTION:ARE Energy Access Investment Forum (EAIF) is the top annual investment event\, enabling and fostering partnerships for the purpose of energy access\, renewable electrification and the green energy transition worldwide. \nEAIF 2026 will be organised by the Alliance for Rural Electrification (ARE) in Nairobi\, Kenya from 21 to 24 April 2026. \nThe Forum is supported by GET.invest\, a leading European programme that mobilises investment in clean energy\, co-funded by the European Union\, Germany\, Norway\, the Netherlands\, Sweden and Austria. \nThis unique edition will bring together over 1\,000 participants\, both in-person and online\, including private and public investors\, industry leaders\, and government officials\, for an exclusive EAIF experience. \n 
URL:https://www.hsfg.africa/event/eaif-2026/
LOCATION:Safari Park hotel\, Thika Road crn Safaripark Ave\, Nairobi\, Kenya
CATEGORIES:conference
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260519
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SUMMARY:Lesotho Energy Access Dialogue (LEAD) 2026 - Maseru
DESCRIPTION:Lesotho’s challenging terrain complicates efforts to provide universal energy access\, despite its significant untapped renewable energy potential. Effectively harnessing this potential could help address the country’s energy access gap in a sustainable and affordable manner. \nThe second edition of Lesotho Energy Access Dialogue (LEAD) supports national efforts to address energy access challenges and strengthen the renewable energy market by promoting renewable energy technologies and projects in Lesotho. \nUnder the theme “Moving from Commitments to Action\,” LEAD 2026 will convene policymakers\, development partners\, private sector actors\, financiers\, researchers and energy practitioners to accelerate renewable energy deployment and advance Lesotho’s energy transition. \nThe event will feature: \n\nInteractive expert-led sessions addressing key trends and practical solutions in energy access\nA lively exhibition showcasing innovative renewable energy technologies and services\ninvest matchmaking sessions facilitating partnerships and investment opportunities\n\nLEAD 2026 is organised by the Department of Energy of Lesotho\, the NUL Energy Research Centre and GET.invest Lesotho. \nThe event is supported by Renewable Lesotho — a joint Team Europe initiative of the European Union Delegation to Lesotho\, Germany and other partners. \nParticipation is free of charge. Click here for more information and registration.
URL:https://www.hsfg.africa/event/lesotho-energy-access-dialogue-lead-2026-maseru/
LOCATION:Manthabiseng convention Centre\, Maseru\, Lesotho
CATEGORIES:conference
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260616
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260620
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SUMMARY:Africa Energy Forum 2026 - Cape Town
DESCRIPTION:The continent’s most strategic investor gathering returns to Cape Town from 16–19 June 2026\, with a theme focused on pragmatic\, diversified energy solutions to support industrialisation. The Africa Energy Forum (aef) 2026\, under Building Africa’s Industrialised Future\, reflects the need to power growth for more than 1.5 billion people. \naef 2026 connects energy\, critical minerals\, infrastructure\, finance and technology—driving the shift from ambition to execution and from resources to value creation\, as Africa takes a central role in global supply chains and long-term investment. \nBuilding Africa’s Industrialised Future starts here.
URL:https://www.hsfg.africa/event/africa-energy-forum-2026-cape-town/
LOCATION:CTICC\, 1 Lower Long Street\, Cape Town\, 8001\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:conference
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261030
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SUMMARY:2026 Global Off-Grid Solar Forum and Expo - Kigali
DESCRIPTION:The Global Gathering for Off-Grid Solar Returns to Rwanda \nGOGLA is delighted to announce that the Global Off-Grid Solar Forum and Expo returns to Rwanda\, from 27–29 October 2026\, at the Kigali Convention Centre. \nJointly organized by GOGLA\, the global off-grid solar association\, and the World Bank's Energy Sector Management Assistance Program (ESMAP)\, this high-profile\, three-day event will convene upwards of 1\,000 participants\, including businesses\, investors\, policymakers\, development partners\, and sector leaders. \nAs the world's leading platform for the off-grid solar community\, the Global Off-Grid Solar Forum & Expo connects ideas\, people\, and partnerships to drive the next wave of innovation\, investment\, and impact in energy access. \nThe 2026 edition will include:\n• 26 October: Government Policy Dialogue (by invitation)\n• 27–29 October: Global Off-Grid Solar Forum & Expo\n• 30 October: Field visits and technical workshops \nVisit the event page to learn more and opt in to receive updates and communications from our team about the event.
URL:https://www.hsfg.africa/event/gogsfe-2026/
LOCATION:Kigali Convention Centre\, Kimihurura Roundabout\, Kigali\, Rwanda
CATEGORIES:conference
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SUMMARY:OFF-GRID Expo + Conference 2027 - Augsburg Germany
DESCRIPTION:The OFF-GRID Expo + Conference (OEC for short) at Messe Augsburg\, Germany\, is the hotspot for the international decentralized energy supply industry and practical B2B networking platform - the unique one in Europe. All participants benefit from the combination of the high-ranked conference and exhibition taking place every 2 years. All know-how transfer at the OEC directly contributes to achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) like SDG 6 – access to clean drinking water\, 7 – affordable and clean energy\, 8 – economic growth\, 12 – sustainable consumption and 13 – climate protection. \nLaunched as a workshop in 2011\, the event steadily attracted more participants and sparked increasing enthusiasm\, including among exhibitors and event partners. Since 2020\, the Alliance for Rural Electrification has been the industry partner focusing on a cooperation for the OFF-GRID Conference
URL:https://www.hsfg.africa/event/off-grid-expo-conference-2027-augsburg-germany/
LOCATION:Messe Augsburg\, Augsbrug\, Germany
CATEGORIES:conference
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