The long-awaited event, the High-Level Forum for Energy Sector Interconnection set to take place in Sharm El-Sheikh from April 25 to 29, is poised to be a crucial step in advancing energy cooperation between Egypt and African countries. Organized under the auspices of the Egyptian Cabinet in collaboration with the African Public Services Association (APUA) and the African Development Bank, this forum aims to rally African ministers responsible for electricity and renewable energies, heads of electricity utilities in Africa, as well as representatives from regional energy blocs and international development partners.
The primary objective of this high-level meeting is to propose practical solutions to enhance energy security, facilitate electricity access, stimulate integrated regional industrialization, develop electricity interconnection projects, and establish a unified electricity market in Africa. These significant challenges necessitate close collaboration among the continent’s countries to address increasing energy demands and promote sustainable development.
The forum’s agenda includes various round tables and discussion forums such as a forum on the governance and leadership of electricity utilities, a forum on the single electricity market in Africa, and a ministerial forum. Concurrently, an exhibition will bring together Egyptian and international companies specializing in electricity and renewable energies, providing a platform for participants to explore cutting-edge technological innovations and forge strategic partnerships.
In the current era of energy transition and environmental imperatives, reinforcing regional and international cooperation is vital to ensure equitable energy access and drive sustainable economic development in Africa. The High-Level Forum for Energy Sector Interconnection is set to be a pivotal gathering, laying the groundwork for a productive and enduring energy collaboration in Africa, thereby contributing to a more united and eco-friendly energy future.
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