Lunches
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Saturday
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1:00 pm
Batten Hives 2nd Floor
Tech

AI in Africa

As artificial intelligence reshapes industries globally, Africa stands at a pivotal moment to harness these tools for leapfrog development. This lunch-and-learn session features a conversation with OpenAI's Africa Lead on how AI is being deployed across the continent, the risks and opportunities it presents, and what African governments, entrepreneurs, and institutions must do to ensure the continent is a creator — not just a consumer — of AI innovation.

AI in Africa

As artificial intelligence reshapes industries globally, Africa stands at a pivotal moment to harness these tools for leapfrog development. This lunch-and-learn session features a conversation with OpenAI's Africa Lead on how AI is being deployed across the continent, the risks and opportunities it presents, and what African governments, entrepreneurs, and institutions must do to ensure the continent is a creator — not just a consumer — of AI innovation.

America/New_York
Mar 28, 2026 1:00 PM
Batten Hives 2nd Floor

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Breakout 2
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Saturday
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1:30 pm
Aldrich 110
Culture
Investing in Elegance: The Future of High-End Hospitality in Africa
Exploring the future of luxury hospitality and tourism investment across Africa.
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Investing in Elegance: The Future of High-End Hospitality in Africa

Africa's luxury hospitality sector is experiencing a new wave of investment and innovation, with world-class properties and homegrown brands redefining the continent's tourism landscape. This panel brings together leaders from Africa's premier hospitality brands to discuss what it takes to build, finance, and operate high-end hospitality ventures that showcase Africa's unique cultural heritage and natural beauty to the world.

America/New_York
Mar 28, 2026 1:30 PM
Aldrich 110
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Breakout 1
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Saturday
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9:00 am
Aldrich 108
Diverse
Building the Future of the Caribbean and Africa
Strengthening economic and cultural ties between the Caribbean and Africa.
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Building the Future of the Caribbean and Africa

The Caribbean and Africa share deep historical, cultural, and economic bonds that are being revitalized by a new generation of leaders, entrepreneurs, and institutions. This panel explores the growing opportunities for trade, investment, and collaboration between the two regions, and how strengthening these ties can create mutual prosperity and amplify shared voices on the global stage.

America/New_York
Mar 28, 2026 9:00 AM
Aldrich 108
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Lunches
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Saturday
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12:15 pm
Batten 204
Ecosystem Development
L&L: One Acre Fund
A lunch-and-learn session hosted by One Acre Fund.
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L&L: One Acre Fund

Join One Acre Fund for a lunch-and-learn on their mission to make smallholder farmers across Africa more productive and prosperous. Learn about their model of providing financing, training, and market access to millions of farming families across the continent.

America/New_York
Mar 28, 2026 12:15 PM
Batten 204
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Lunches
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Saturday
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12:15 pm
Batten 301
Ecosystem Development
L&L: How We Made It in Africa Book Launch and Q&A
Book launch and Q&A for How We Made It in Africa.
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L&L: How We Made It in Africa Book Launch and Q&A

Join this special lunch session for the launch of How We Made It in Africa, followed by a Q&A with the author. Explore the stories, strategies, and lessons behind some of the most successful businesses built on the African continent.

America/New_York
Mar 28, 2026 12:15 PM
Batten 301
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