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Arrival of Delegates & Registration
AFRACA Policy Dissemination
Insights into Central Bank Policies on Rural and Agricultural Finance: The Case of AFRACA Members: Panelists from Central Banks • Central Bank of Kenya • Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe • Bank of Uganda • Bank of Ghana • Banque de la République du Burundi • AFC Kenya
Tea Break
Pause for a refreshing tea break and light snacks. Use this time to relax, reflect on the sessions, and connect with other participants in a more informal setting. It’s a great opportunity to exchange ideas, strengthen networks, and spark new conversations before the next session begins.
CEO Executive Breakfast
Masterclass Workshop on "Artificial Intelligence in Rural & Agricultural Finance”. Strictly by Invitation Only
Networking / Health Break
Take a moment to refresh and recharge with healthy snacks and beverages. This break also offers a great opportunity to connect with fellow participants, exchange insights, and build new professional relationships in a relaxed setting.
Climate Intelligence Tools for Finance
Alliance for Bioversity & CIAT is developing tools, platforms, analytics, and partnerships that help financial institutions, investors, value chain actors, smallholder farmers, projects etc. better integrate climate risk, adaptation, and mitigation into financial decision-making.
Registration of Delegates
The Registration of Delegates ensures a smooth check-in process for all participants, providing them with event materials, badges, and essential information. This session sets the stage for a well-organized experience, allowing attendees to familiarize themselves with the program and network with fellow delegates before the main activities commence.
Opening Session
The Opening Session marks the official start of the event, setting the tone for insightful discussions and meaningful engagements. It features keynote addresses from distinguished speakers, welcoming remarks, and an overview of the event’s objectives. This session provides a platform to highlight key themes, expectations, and the significance of the gathering in driving innovation and collaboration in rural and agricultural finance.
Coffee & Networking
The Coffee & Networking session offers a relaxed environment for attendees to connect, exchange ideas, and build valuable relationships over a refreshing cup of coffee. This informal gathering fosters collaboration, allowing participants to engage with industry peers, experts, and stakeholders in a friendly and productive setting.
Thought leadership
Digital Conference
Arrival of Delegates & Registration
AFRACA Policy Dissemination
Insights into Central Bank Policies on Rural and Agricultural Finance: The Case of AFRACA Members: Panelists from Central Banks • Central Bank of Kenya • Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe • Bank of Uganda • Bank of Ghana • Banque de la République du Burundi • AFC Kenya
Tea Break
Pause for a refreshing tea break and light snacks. Use this time to relax, reflect on the sessions, and connect with other participants in a more informal setting. It’s a great opportunity to exchange ideas, strengthen networks, and spark new conversations before the next session begins.
Knowledge Exchange
Presentation of the Special Report on Financing Agri-Food Systems Transformation Session Moderator • Ruth Oryjong, AFRACA Panellists • Niclas Benni, FAO • Harsha Vishnumelakala, Climate Policy Initiative (CPI) • Kamal Elharty, Shamba Centre for Food & Climate
CEO Executive Breakfast
Masterclass Workshop on "Artificial Intelligence in Rural & Agricultural Finance”. Strictly by Invitation Only
Networking / Health Break
Take a moment to refresh and recharge with healthy snacks and beverages. This break also offers a great opportunity to connect with fellow participants, exchange insights, and build new professional relationships in a relaxed setting.
Climate Intelligence Tools for Finance
Alliance for Bioversity & CIAT is developing tools, platforms, analytics, and partnerships that help financial institutions, investors, value chain actors, smallholder farmers, projects etc. better integrate climate risk, adaptation, and mitigation into financial decision-making.
Catalysing Rural Resilience
Financing Innovations for Agri-SMEs through Local Institutions. Panellists: • Vista Bank Sierra Leone • The Alternative Bank Nigeria • The Africa Resilience Investment Accelerator (ARIA)
Registration of Delegates
The Registration of Delegates ensures a smooth check-in process for all participants, providing them with event materials, badges, and essential information. This session sets the stage for a well-organized experience, allowing attendees to familiarize themselves with the program and network with fellow delegates before the main activities commence.
Opening Session
The Opening Session marks the official start of the event, setting the tone for insightful discussions and meaningful engagements. It features keynote addresses from distinguished speakers, welcoming remarks, and an overview of the event’s objectives. This session provides a platform to highlight key themes, expectations, and the significance of the gathering in driving innovation and collaboration in rural and agricultural finance.
Coffee & Networking
The Coffee & Networking session offers a relaxed environment for attendees to connect, exchange ideas, and build valuable relationships over a refreshing cup of coffee. This informal gathering fosters collaboration, allowing participants to engage with industry peers, experts, and stakeholders in a friendly and productive setting.
Global Session 1: Regional Perspectives on Integrating Innovative Financing Mechanisms in National Food System Pathways
Global experts will present and discuss how innovative financing mechanisms have been integrated in national food systems pathways across regions. Out of the 127 national food systems pathways developed across the globe only 40% have managed to link finance to national pathways.
