Breakout 3
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Saturday
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3:45 pm
Aldrich 107

Unlocking the African Genome: Positioning the Continent as the Next Hub for Genomic Innovation

The African genome, one of the most genetically diverse yet understudied, holds immense potential to transform global healthcare. As the cradle of human life, Africa’s genetic diversity is key to understanding the foundations of humanity. Unlocking its secrets could lead to breakthroughs in disease treatments, drug development, and personalized medicine. However, realizing this potential will require significant financial investment, capacity building, and robust ethical frameworks to ensure Africa benefits from these advancements while preventing exploitation.

This panel seeks to answer the following questions: How can understanding the African genome save lives globally? How can Africa become a biotech leader in the genomic era? And crucially, what innovative funding models can be developed to support genomic research in Africa while ensuring equitable returns for African communities?

Unlocking the African Genome: Positioning the Continent as the Next Hub for Genomic Innovation

The African genome, one of the most genetically diverse yet understudied, holds immense potential to transform global healthcare. As the cradle of human life, Africa’s genetic diversity is key to understanding the foundations of humanity. Unlocking its secrets could lead to breakthroughs in disease treatments, drug development, and personalized medicine. However, realizing this potential will require significant financial investment, capacity building, and robust ethical frameworks to ensure Africa benefits from these advancements while preventing exploitation.

This panel seeks to answer the following questions: How can understanding the African genome save lives globally? How can Africa become a biotech leader in the genomic era? And crucially, what innovative funding models can be developed to support genomic research in Africa while ensuring equitable returns for African communities?

America/New_York
Feb 15, 2025 3:45 PM
Aldrich 107

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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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One Acre Fund
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Lunches
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Saturday
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12:15 pm
Batten 201
Ecosystem Development
L&L: OCP
A lunch-and-learn session hosted by OCP Group.
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L&L: OCP

Join OCP Group for an exclusive lunch-and-learn exploring how one of the world's largest phosphate producers is driving agricultural innovation and food security across Africa. Learn about OCP's investments in sustainable fertilizer production and their vision for transforming African agriculture.

America/New_York
Mar 28, 2026 12:15 PM
Batten 201
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OCP Group
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Keynotes
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Saturday
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3:45 pm
Klarman Auditorium
Tech
Keynote | Harnessing Technology for Good
Join Fred Swaniker for a keynote on harnessing technology for good across the African continent.
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Keynote | Harnessing Technology for Good

Join Fred Swaniker, Founder and CEO of Sand Technologies, for a keynote exploring how technology can be harnessed as a force for good across the African continent, driving inclusive growth, innovation, and sustainable development.

America/New_York
Mar 28, 2026 3:45 PM
Klarman Auditorium
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Breakout 1
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Saturday
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1:30 pm
Spangler Auditorium
Geopolitics
Speculation, Truth, and State Capacity
Examining how effective governance and institutional strength can accelerate Africa's economic transformation.
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Speculation, Truth, and State Capacity

This panel explores the pivotal role of the public sector in fostering Africa's economic transformation through effective policymaking and institutional innovation. By examining lessons from across the continent, panelists will highlight how strategic governance, sound monetary policy, and strong institutions have laid the groundwork for thriving private sector growth and long-term prosperity.

America/New_York
Mar 28, 2026 1:30 PM
Spangler Auditorium
Strong bonds

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