2024 Central Africa
Think Tank Forum

Theme : Empowering Independent Voices in the Central African Region

  • August 21 - 22, 2024
  • 09:00 - 17:00 (GMT+1)
  • Djeuga Palace Hotel, Yaounde (Hybrid event)
International Registration (USD 100)
Local Registration (XAF 50.000)
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Background

Among many other challenges that have plagued the region over the years and which continuously account for the low rates of development witnessed across the region, the ability for think tanks in Central Africa to effectively operate  has been a daunting challenge that has consequently led to the short life span, fragmentation and ineffectiveness of some think tanks, research centres and advocacy groups.

In reality, think tanks and research centres are reputed for their ability to champion intensive advocacy campaigns on cross-cutting thematic issues backed by objective, impartial and evidence-based research.

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Objectives

The 2nd edition of the Central Africa Think Tank Forum will specifically aim to empower independent voices from the Central African Region

Identify key opinion leaders, think tanks, research centres and advocacy groups

Establish a platform for exchange of knowledge and shared experiences between the various Think Tanks in the Central African region

Analyse specific challenges facing Think Tanks in the region, and opportunities for improvement

Promote collaboration and partnerships between Think Tanks in the region and other key players, such as universities, governments and the private sector

Target audience

Think Tank Leaders

International Funders

Researchers & Students

Civil Society Organizations

Development Partners

Participants

Barrister Nsen Abeng

Barrister Nsen Abeng is a licensed attorney and expert in human rights and humanitarian action with over 20 years of experience. Known for working with NGOs, CBOs, stakeholders, and governments. She specializes in gender equality and women’s rights, as well as developing and reviewing humanitarian response strategies.

Currently, Barrister Nsen Abeng is the National Coordinator for CIVITAS Cameroon, assisting the Government of Cameroon in designing and implementing gender equality and women's empowerment programs. She develops government strategies and annual plans, including humanitarian response strategies, and liaises with senior leadership and stakeholders to ensure efficient and cost-effective operations.

National Coordinator, CIVITAS
Cameroon

Dr. Amina Djoulde Christelle

Amina Christelle Djouldé is currently a senior lecturer at the Department of History in the Faculty of Arts, Letters and Social Sciences of the University of Ngaoundéré, Cameroon. Her research interests include African politics, visual studies, political cartoons, and African endogenous knowledge. She is also interested in the study of gender-related imageries and women’s representation. She teaches courses on History and Pictures, Geopolitics of Conflicts in Africa, Methods and Techniques of Oral History, History of Diplomacy, and African Politics. As the Coordinator of the Community Research and Development Center (COREDEC), she organizes workshops and interacts with local people, especially women, on a regular basis. She is also working to build competence among women through training, education, business programs, and health support. Through her research activities on endogenous knowledge, she has set up a research program on “Women’s Cultural Legacy of Peace in Northern Cameroon.” 

Senior Lecturer, University of Ngaoundere
Cameroon

Annick Ebela

TBA

Head of Partnerships, CREPIA
Cameroon

Dr Denis Foretia
Dr. Denis Foretia

Dr. Foretia is Co-Chair of the Denis & Lenora Foretia Foundation and Executive Chairman of the Nkafu Policy Institute, a leading Cameroonian think tank. Along with co-chair Lenora Ebule, he shapes and approves strategy, advocates for the foundation, and helps set the overall direction. He is also the Chairman of Merckshire LLC, an international holding company with operations in the US and Cameroon.
A surgeon by training, Foretia has always been involved in philanthropic activities and issues related to international development. He is currently the President of the Association of Cameroonian Physicians in the Americas (ACPA). He is also the Co-Founder and pioneer president of the Cameroon Professional Society (CPS) – the premier institution for Cameroonian professionals in the US focused on advancing economic opportunity and leadership development among Cameroonians.

Founder & Executive Chairman,
Nkafu Policy Institute,
Cameroon

Prisca Iraguha

TBA

Researcher, IPAR
Rwanda

Eugenia KAYITESI

Ms. Eugenia KAYITESI is the Executive Director of IPAR-Rwanda and serves as the Secretary to its BoD. She is an Honors Graduate of Social Sciences from Makerere University, Uganda with an MBA from Maastricht School of Management (MsM) in The Netherlands. She is pursuing her PhD degree in Business Administration, specializing in Strategic Management from Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT).

Ms. KAYITESI is the current President of the Policy Institute Committee (PIC), an Advisory Board Member of the African Portal, and a member of Board of Directors for the Commercial Bank of Africa (CBA-Rwanda). She also sits on the National Independent Review Panel (NIRP) for Rwanda Public Procurement Authority (RPPA). She has worked with Public, Private and Civil Society Organizations with a focus on capacity building, organizational development, Policy Analysis and Research.

Executive Director, IPAR
Rwanda

Gabrielle Andela Kelle

Cameroonian diplomat, with a diploma from the National School of Administration of Algiers, she was trained at the Institute of International Relations of Cameroon (IRIC), in the Diplomacy sector, after obtaining her Masters in Strategy, Defense, Security, Conflict and Disaster Management at the Center for Research and Political and Strategic Studies of the University of Yaoundé II-Soa in Cameroon.

Secretary of Foreign Affairs, Gabrielle Andela Kelle is currently in post at the African Affairs Department of the Ministry of External Relations of Cameroon.

Vice President #1,
The Okwelians
Cameroon

Dr Lydie-Stella KOUTIKA

Dr. Lydie-Stella Koutika is a Soil Scientist (CRDPI), Pointe-Noire, Republic of the Congo. She obtained an engineer degree in agronomy (Moscow Timiryazev Agricultural Academy) and a PhD in soil science (Université Nancy I, currently Université de Lorraine, France). Her research focuses on C, N and P dynamics. She is a former fellow “Research in Brussels” (2003-2004), Belgium, Rothamsted International (2009-2010), UK, and TWAS-ENEA International Fellow (Sept 2018-June 2019), Italy. She was a laureate of the AU 'Kwame Nkrumah Regional Scientific Award for Women’ (2014) and TWAS-Al-Kharafi Prize (2018). She is a member of the Scientific and Technical Committee of the ‘4 per 1000’ Initiative “Soils for Food Security and Climate”. She has published over 40 peer-reviewed journal papers.

Research Scientist
Congo Brazzaville

Mr. Aimable Manirakiza
Aimable Manirakiza

Aimable Manirakiza is the Founder and chief executive officer of the Centre for Development and Enterprises Great Lakes, at libertarian think tank operating in Burundi, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and Rwanda.

In 2015, when the president of Burundi sought an illegal third term, Manirakiza joined peaceful protests. However, government forces cracked down on the protests and he was forced to flee Burundi. While in Kenya, Manirakiza came into contact with the Atlas Network and was introduced to free-market libertarian ideals. In 2017, he returned to Burundi and founded the CDE Great Lakes, impacting the nation's legislature. In 2020, Manirakiza won the Africa Liberty Award

CEO, Center For Development and Enterprises Great Lakes,
Burundi

Damien Mouzoun

Mr. Damien Mouzoun is President and CEO of Ayina Think Tank, a structure created to awaken and raise awareness among African youths. He has recently joined the World Academy Ambassadorship to reach millions of people through information and communication technologies such as cell phones and social networks. He is President of the Center for Alternative Thinking, Director of the Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute and Ambassador for Rotary International.

Damien has served as Africa coordinator for the U.S.-based Give 1 Project, international facilitator and ambassador for the Global Youth innovation network founded by both the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) in Rome and the Phelps Stock Fund, senior trainer and board member of the Swiss-based SEEDS cooperative, and holds a law degree from Fordham University in New York.

Founder & CEO,
Ayina Think Tank
Rwanda

Christian Ngoube

TBA

Director of Programmes,
OPA-AYEN,
Cameroon

Mr. Henri Mokambi
Dr. Nzonikoua Boniface

Dr. Boniface Nzonikoua is the national coordinator of the Centre de Recherche et d’Appui au Développement (CRAD) for the Central African Republic. He is also an independent consultant in social and humanitarian development, and holds a degree in communication obtained in Ghana in 2004. 

Coordinator, CRAD
CAR

Prof. Emmanuel Bruno ONGO
Prof. Emmanuel ONGO

Associate Professor of Economics since 2019, he is an economist of development. After defending his PhD thesis in 2015 at the University of Yaoundé II, he became a lecturer that same year. In 2018, he became an assistant professor at CAMES. In 2019, he passed the CAMES Agrégation competitive examination. His research focuses on financial economics, economics of inequality, growth, education, conflict and migration.

Pr. Ongo has equally worked on urbanization and industrialization. He is also the author of several articles and four books. In addition, he is the Director of the Center for Studies and Research in Economics and Management (CEREG) in the Faculty of Economics and Management at the University of Yaoundé 2 in Cameroon. He is also a consultant for several international institutions such as the African Union, the African Development Bank and the OECD. At the national level, he is the coordinator of CERAPE-Cameroon and equally a consultant at Nkafu Institute.

Director, CEREG
Cameroon

Dr Charlène Ongotha

TBA

President,
Institut Concorde
Gabon

Zrinka Janota

Ms Zrinka Janota is currently a Junior Adviser with a regional programme of GIZ, commissioned by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) called Knowledge for Transformation (K4T). K4T seeks to support the knowledge-to-policy uptake on economic transformation in Africa. In her role, Ms Janota is responsible for the communication of the project and for supporting knowledge transfer between the think tank partners and BMZ. Previously, she has worked in two other programs of GIZ, where she advised the BMZ on promoting good governance and strengthening human rights in development cooperation. Ms Janota also worked as a research assistant for the Peace Research Institute Frankfurt. She holds a Master's degree in Peace and Conflict Studies from the Johann Wolfgang Goethe University in Frankfurt and a Bachelor's degree in Political Science from the Free University of Berlin. She speaks English and French and is passionate about evidence-based transformation, social cohesion, and educational equality.

Junior Adviser
GIZ

Mariya Gorbanova

TBA

Knowledge for Transformation Advisor
Giz

Fredéric Nkwady Ndecky

Fredéric Nkwady Ndecky is the Program Manager at International Foundation for Electoral Systems (IFES), Dakar-Senegal. Frederick is a peace and security expert working on programs management with renowned International Organizations since many years.  He holds a Diplôme d’Etudes Approfondies (DEA) in Political Sciences from Gaston Berger University Saint-Louis, Senegal, a degree in Peace and Security in Africa from Uppsala University in Sweden, and a certificate in Change Management and Collective Intelligence from Emylon Business School, France.

Program Manager, IFES
Senegal

Dr. Aline ZOBO

Claude Aline ZOBO is a highly motivated and hardworking individual who earned a PhD in economics and achieved excellent grades both in economics and leadership. She's also the CEO-Founder of IRADDAC, a
Think Tank focused on Sustainable Development in Central Africa. Seeking an opportunity which combines her
passion for macroeconomics policies, economic/social development, regional integration, statistics and research
with her analytical knowledge. Eventual career goal is to become a full qualified and experienced economist and
a change-maker woman.

CEO/Founder, IRADDAC
Cameroon

Mr. Henri Mokambi
Henri Mokambi

TBA

Communications Manager, Institut Concorde
Gabon

Wolf Ulrich Akiana
Economist and researcher since 2005, specializing in studies on entrepreneurship, agriculture and climate change, foreign direct investment, and industrial policies.

National Coordinator, CERAPE
Congo Brazaville

Alain Nzadi-a-Nzadi

Alain Nzadi-a-Nzadi holds a BA in Philosophy (from Loyola University/Kinshasa), a MA in Francophone Literature (University of Lubumbashi, DRC), a BA in Theology (from Hekima-University College, Nairobi, Kenya), and a MA in Biblical Theology from Centre Sèvres-Facultés Jésuites de Paris (France). Ordained a priest in 2013 in Kinshasa, he is, since September 2015, the Chief Editor of Congo-Afrique review and Managing Director of Centre d’Etudes pour l’Action Sociale-Research Center for Social Action (CEPAS) in Kinshasa. His recent publications include articles in Congo-Afrique review (on DRC and African sociopolitical and cultural situation) and a book in literature (March 2018), “Redécouvrir Madame Bovary de Gustave Flaubert. Une lecture.

Director of the Center for Social Action Studies
DR Congo

Catherine Maliedje Djila

Catherine Maliedje Djla Epse Tondje, born in Yaoundé, Cameroon, has been deeply involved in social causes and activism since her student days, particularly with the CSO network Dynamique Citoyen Littoral. Her work focuses on raising awareness, monitoring public policies, and advocacy. In 2013, she joined CODAS Caritas Douala and in 2018, she attended the World Urban Forum in Malaysia, where she conceived the idea for the Salon Villes et Toits du Cameroun. This concept was integrated into a project to promote and protect the right to decent housing, supporting the improvement of popular neighborhoods in Douala. The project's first phase ran from 2019 to 2021, with the second phase from 2022 to 2025. Her efforts are gaining significant recognition in Cameroon

Head of Monitoring and Evaluation, CODAS Caritas
Cameroon

Djimoudjiel Djekonbe

TBA

Lecturer, University of N’Djamena
Chad

Uwem Essia

Professor Uwem Essia is a distinguished academic and celebrated author known for his illustrious career in leadership, management, economics, and development. Since June 2021, Professor Essia has immersed himself in personal studies and established himself as a prolific online book publisher, with a presence on platforms. He holds a PhD degree in Economics. Professor Uwem Essia's career is a testament to his passion for knowledge, education, and the betterment of society. His vast experience, research contributions, and dedication to fostering positive change make him a prominent figure in leadership, management, and economics.

With a wealth of knowledge and a commitment to academic excellence, Professor Essia continues to make a significant impact. He is open to collaboration in joint research work/consulting, Adjunct and remote teaching, theses/dissertation supervision, professorial assessment, article/book editing and previewing, and joint book and article publishing.

Professor, University of Calabar
Nigeria

Pamla Gopaul
Ms. Pamla Gopaul is the Unit Lead for Economic Analysis and Foresight and lead coordinator of the Policy Bridge Tank Programme at AUDA-NEPAD in South Africa. The programme aims to engage African Think Tanks to address challenges through evidence-based policy and knowledge services to advance the attainment of Agenda 2063. Ms. Gopaul is a policy and development practitioner equipped with areas of expertise in strategic planning and development transformation processes.
 
Her previous positions include Senior Policy Officer to the CEO and Senior Programme Officer on Strategic Initiatives. Ms Gopaul has more than 15 years of experience in strategic planning and development transformation processes. She is an expert at leveraging Regional and Continental evidence-based knowledge for effective programme implementation. She manages the Effective Institutions platform, a peer-to-peer learning and sharing platform and supports the Agency’s program and project implementation through evidence and research-based content.
 
 
 

Programme Officer – Data Analyst, AUDA NEPAD
South Africa

Dr. Irène-Flore Kuetche Djembissi
Co-Founder and Technical Director of ADEV / Sociologist-Researcher/Gender and Inclusivity Specialist

Co-Founder and Technical Director, ADEC
Cameroon

Dr. Ngo Tong Chantal
Prof. Chantal Ngo Tong

Pr. Chantal Ngo Tong  is a Research associate in Governance & Democracy at the Nkafu Policy Institute. She holds a Ph.D. in Political Science, obtained from the University of Nantes (France) in the international thesis co-supervision agreement between University of Yaoundé II (Cameroon) and University of Nantes (France).

Pr. NGO TONG is also a Senior Lecturer at the University of Ngaoundere. She is a reviewer and co-editor of the African Development Perspectives Yearbook and a member of the Research Group on African Development Perspectives, Bremen since 2019. Her research interests are in decentralization, local development, local public policies and digital economy.

Research Associate, Nkafu Policy Institute
Cameroon

Dr. Fuein Vera Kum

Dr Fuein Vera Kum is a Research Fellow at the Nkafu Policy Institute. Since 2017, she has been working as an Economic Policy Analyst with the Institute. Her research interests focuses on Health Economics and development policy. She has a passion for research and knowledge dissemination.

She equally serves as a Lecturer at the Faculty of Economics and Management Sciences of the University of Bamenda in Cameroon. Vera holds a Ph.D. in Economics from the University of Benin, Nigeria.

Research Fellow, Nkafu Policy Institute
Cameroon

Theophile-Nguimfack
Dr. Théophile Nguimfack Voufo

Holder of a PhD/Ph.D in Public Law, option Public Finance, Dr. Nguimfack is currently Lecturer at the Faculty of Legal and Political Sciences of the University of Dschang. Independent consultant to international organizations and authors of several scientific publications, he is director of publication of the Revue des Professionnels du Droit (RPD), managing partner at LAf Consulting and current president of the Association for the Promotion of Research in Law and Public Finance (Apredfip).

Research Fellow, Nkafu Policy Institute
Cameroon

Dr. Primus Tazanu
Dr. Primus Tazanu

Dr. Primus Tazanu is a lecturer at the Department of Sociology and Anthropology, University of Buea, Cameroon. He is also a senior guest researcher at the Centre of African Studies, University of Copenhagen, Denmark. Primus holds a PhD in social anthropology from the University of Freiburg, Germany. He was educated in Cameroon, Denmark, Sweden, and Germany. His academic career has taken him to the Universities of Basel (Switzerland), Freiburg (Germany), Witwatersrand (South Africa) and Copenhagen (Denmark).

Dr Tazanu’s research focuses on social practices and the production of meanings through media technologies:  digital sociality/economies and governance, media and Pentecostalism, media and racism. Furthermore, his research draws from a multidisciplinary background and training: social anthropology, media studies, critical diversity studies, international migration and ethnic relations, development studies, political science, and sociology.

Research Fellow, Nkafu Policy Institute
Cameroon

Leon Yanda

TBA

Coordinator, CODAS Caritas
Cameroon

Barr Felix Agbor Balla

Felix Agbor Nkongho, widely known as Balla, is a distinguished Cameroonian lawyer and human rights defender. He serves as the director of the Centre for Human Rights and Democracy in Africa (CHRDA), where he spearheads efforts to promote democracy, good governance, access to justice, and the rule of law. Balla is a leading advocate for the human rights of Cameroonians, particularly in the conflict-stricken Anglophone region.

His dedication to human rights is evidenced by his relentless efforts, even in the face of significant challenges, including state-sanctioned pushback and his arbitrary detention in 2017. Felix Agbor Balla's work extends beyond Cameroon, impacting the broader African continent through his commitment to justice and human dignity.

In recognition of his exceptional leadership and dedication, Felix Agbor Nkongho has been awarded the 2024 International Human Rights Award by the American Bar Association. This prestigious award acknowledges his significant contributions to advancing human rights in Cameroon.

Director, CHRDA
Cameroon

Mylene Bordeleau

TBA

International Development Research Centre (IDRC),
Canada

Daniel Che Che

I am a Humanitarian changemaker and a youth Counselor (advocate). As a changemaker I aim to continue inspire and empower women, girls and Youths to become productive members of our society and in their communities. My focus is on providing Humanitarian services to the vulnerable communities and empower them. To mull up young and dynamic youths who impact their environment. My passion in life is to impact lives and people around me positively. Nothing brings me more joy than to see the younger generation bring change in their communities and put smiles on faces through volunteerism. And also giving them tools to impact and bring about this change we all desire in our environment.

Serving humanity through the dynamic organization "Revive Action Cameroon" is a great opportunity to see persons and communities happy. with the experience I have had serving as youth leader, YALI delegate, University Students Executive member, intern, professional Intern and Volunteer with Deborah Echoes Foundation, LUKMEF-Cameroon and Global Forum for the Defense of the Less Privileged has been. Has build me and given me the much capacity needed, which I still learn each day.

Executive Director, Revive Action Cameroon 
Cameroon

Dr. Christophe Martial Mbassi

TBA

Lecturer, Head of Research Office, University of Yaounde II
Cameroon

Dr. Kingsley Ngange

Kingsley Lyonga NGANGE, (Ph.D.) is an Associate Professor of Journalism and Mass Communication (JMC) and Deputy Vice-Chancellor for Research, Cooperation and Relations with the Business World, University of Buea (UB), Cameroon. He is a Fulbright Visiting African Research Scholar at the Brechner Center for Freedom of Information Project, in the College of Journalism and Communications, University of Florida for the 2023/2024 academic year. He is a former broadcast journalist with the Cameroon Radio Television Corporation (CRTV) and former Chair of the Department of Journalism and Mass Communication University of Buea for several years. He also served as Faculty Officer of Social and Management Sciences, University of Buea between 2013 and 2017.

Dr. Ngange has been involved in Journalism and Mass Communication training, practice, education, and management for the past 25 years. He has also been a visiting scholar in the USA (2010, 2015 and 2023/2024) and in different parts of Africa for over a decade now. Dr. Ngange has supervised several Masters and Ph.D. theses and published extensively in reputable national and international journals and books. He has also attended and made top-notch academic presentations in national and international workshops and conferences in Cameroon, Rwanda, South Africa, Uganda, Ethiopia, Somalia, Somaliland, Sweden, USA.

Dr. Ngange’s academic experiences and contributions spread across three continents: Africa, Europe, and North America; making him an international scholar of very high repute.

Deputy Vice-Chancellor for Research, Cooperation and Relations with the Business World, University of Buea
Cameroon

Lorraine Anderson

Lorraine Anderson (BA Spec. Hons [Political Science], York University, 1993; LLB, Osgoode Hall Law School, 1996; LLM, Columbia Law School, 2000) began her career as counsel with the Ministry of the Attorney General of Ontario in the Office of the Children’s Lawyer. She then worked for the UN Country Team in Liberia and Guyana, providing coordination, programming, legal services and support on human rights, governance, women, peace and security, prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse, and gender equality to the UN and host countries in both post-conflict and development contexts (2005 to 2008). She joined Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada in 2009. At Headquarters, she worked in the Human Rights and Governance Policy Division (2009 to 2012), in the Oceans and Environmental Law Division (2012 to 2016) and as chief of staff to Canada’s ambassador for women, peace and security (2020 to 2021). She also served abroad as the legal adviser to Canada’s permanent mission to the UN in Geneva (2016 to 2020). Most recently, she worked for the Canadian Human Rights Commission as the director of the Employment Equity Division (2021 to 2022).

High Commissioner for Canada in the Republic of Cameroon
Cameroon

Barr. Michèle Ndoki

Barrister Michele Ndoki is a prominent Cameroonian human rights defender and political activist with the Cameroon Renaissance Movement (CRM). She is known for her advocacy against the death penalty, corruption, the decriminalization of homosexuality, and the defense of human rights activists.

Ndoki gained international recognition after defending CRM Presidential Candidate Maurice Kamto in the 2018 elections, exposing electoral irregularities. She was arrested in October 2018 during a protest against electoral fraud but was released after charges were dropped. In January 2019, she was shot during another protest and had to go into hiding to avoid arbitrary arrest.

In February 2019, she was detained and later imprisoned for seven months, accused of rebellion and insurrection. She was released in October 2019 following a presidential decision to drop the charges. Despite her release, Ndoki faced continued political harassment, including a brief arrest in November 2020 without clear reasons.

Fleeing to Ivory Coast, she discovered a travel ban had been issued against her. Ndoki returned to Cameroon in June 2022, risking arrest, and now resides in Ivory Coast, hoping to eventually return to her homeland.

Barrister
Cameroon

Olivia Mukam-WANDJI

I am a Solutionneur and a certified Project Manager(PMP©) with a 14-year record in managing more than $2million worth of projects in Africa, and in supervising more than 200 people on diverse projects. In both the non-for-profit (development and government) sphere and the for-profit (business) world, working with prestigious companies such as Microsoft Africa and for strong institutions such as the United States Department of State, my consistence in performing and delivering high-level results has been awarded and rewarded by my hierarchy and other stakeholders. With my diverse and extensive experience, plus my academic background from American academic Institutions, I have gained and demonstrated my mastery in project management : Initiating projects, successfully raising funds to implement projects, planning projects in the short term and long term, executing projects within time, cost and scope, monitoring & controlling the execution of projects with comprehensive reports, and closing projects as demanded by international standards. When it comes to managing African-based projects, I am not only driven by my magnetic attachment to the Motherland, but my bilingualism (in both French and English) and my concrete set of project management skills , give me the edge and confidence to provide sustainable solutions and ensure impactful results.

Solutionneur
Cameroon

Agenda

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Tuesday, August 20, 2024


7:00pm – 10:00pm : Welcome Dinner and Discussion

  • Remarks by Foundation CEO
  • Remarks by Co-Chair
  • Introductions and Networking
  • Dinner
  • Special Reflections on the theme “Empowering Independent Voices in Central Africa”

Wednesday, August 21, 2024


8:00 – 9:00 : Registration
8:00 – 9:00 : Sponsored Breakfast (by invitation)
9:00 – 9:45 : Opening Keynote on Strengthening Human Rights, Accountable Governance and Democracy – Role for Think Tanks and CSOs 

9:45 – 10:45 :Plenary Panel

"Moving Beyond Research: Enhancing Think Tanks' Impact on
Policy Uptake in Central Africa"
10:45 – 11:15 : Coffee Break

11:15 – 12:30 : Breakout Sessions
Breakout Session 1 : Leveraging Digitalization for Inclusive Economic Transformation in Central Africa
Breakout Session 2 : Enhancing the Resilience of Think Tanks in Response to the Shrinking Civic Space in Central Africa
Breakout Session 3 : Accelerating Regional Trade and Integration in ECCAS
12:30 – 2:00 : Lunch

12:30 – 2:00 : Sponsored Lunch (by invitation only)

2:00 – 2:45 : Keynote
"Fostering Partnerships and Collaborations Across Think Tanks, Civil Society Organizations, and Key Stakeholders"
2:45 – 3:30 : Plenary Short Talks (10-minutes TED-like talks)
    -Amplifying Youth Voices: Advancing Engagement in Think Tanks, CSOs, and Beyond.
    -Prioritizing Gender Equity and Women’s Economic Empowerment.
    -Supporting Independent Media
3:30 – 16:00 : Coffee Break

16:00 – 5:00 : Breakout Sessions
Breakout Session 1 : Collaborative Action to Strengthen Health Systems in Central Africa
Breakout Session 2 : Navigating Growth and Management Challenges in African Think Tanks: Insights from Executive Directors
Breakout Session 3 : Central African Think Tanks and CSOs: Advancing Conflict Resolution and Peacebuilding Processes"

5:00 – 5:30 : Wrap Up
7:30 – 9:00 : Special Dinner

Thursday, August 22, 2024

7:00 – 8:00 : Breakfast

8:00 – 9:00 : Registration
9:00 – 9:45 : Keynote "Supporting Evidence-Informed Policy Research in Sub-Saharan Africa"

9:45 – 10:45 : Plenary Panel: "A Conversation with Think Tanks and CSO Funders"
10:45 – 11:15 : Coffee Break

11:15 – 12:30 : Breakout Sessions
Breakout Session 1 : Building Resilient Media Ecosystems: Role of Think Tanks in Supporting Independent Journalism in Central Africa
Breakout Session 2 : Rethinking Economic Transformation in the Central Africa Region
Breakout Session 3 : Understanding Women's Economic Empowerment and the Care Economy in Central Africa: Contexts, Challenges, and Gender Equity Impact

12:30 – 2:00 : Lunch 

12:30 – 2:00 : IDRC-Sponsored Lunch (by invitation only)

2:00 – 3:00 : Co-creation sessions: Sessions and ideas for collaboration will be proposed by attendees.
Session 1
Session 2
Session 3

3:00 – 3:45 :Countering Misinformation and Disinformation 
3:45 – 4:15 : Coffee Break

4:15 – 4:45 : Closing Keynote
4:45 – 5:15 : Wrap up
7:30 – 10:00 : Closing Dinner

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