AEEP Forum – 5^th edition – 10 November, Vienna, Austria

The Forum will demonstrate how political commitments and existing partnerships are being translated into concrete programmes and investments opportunities in Africa. Discussions will focus on three continental initiatives – the African Single Electricity Market (AfSEM), the Continental Power Systems Masterplan (CMP) and the African Energy Efficiency Strategy and Action Plan (AfEES) – highlighting their role in strengthening regional electricity markets, expanding interconnections and supporting Africa’s energy transition. The Forum will also showcase related projects and investment opportunities.

The Forum will bring together key African continental and regional stakeholders, including the African Union Commission (AUC), African Energy Commission (AFREC), African Union Development Agency–NEPAD (AUDA-NEPAD), regional power pools, electricity utilities and regulatory associations. It will provide a platform for engagement with European institutions, development partners, investors and developers, focusing on strengthening collaboration, mobilising finance, and accelerating project implementation.

Discussions will also highlight European contributions to advancing Africa’s energy priorities, through the EU’s Global Gateway Initiative and Continental Energy Program for Africa (CEPA), and the Accelerating the Energy Transition in Africa (ENGAGE) programme, funded by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ).

AGENDA AEEP Forum – 5th edition

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09:30-10:00 | Opening and high level remarks

Opening remarks by AEEP, African Union and European Union representatives highlighting the importance of Africa-Europe energy collaboration

10:00-11:30 | Operationalisation of the Africa Single Electricity Market (AfSEM): Africa-Europe dialogue on Market Coupling, Regulatory Harmonisation and Regional Interconnections

Panel discussion led by African Union Commission (AUC)

The African Single Electricity Market (AfSEM) aims to integrate Africa’s electricity systems and markets, for a more interconnected continental power system and increased cross-border electricity trade.

Join us for a panel discussion on accelerating the operationalisation of AfSEM. The session will explore how stronger institutional coordination, aligned regulatory frameworks, cross-border infrastructure, and increased investment can boost electricity trade and energy security across Africa, drawing on the European experience and lessons learnt.

11:45-12:45 | Accelerating Energy Efficiency investments in Africa : Unlocking business opportunities through the African Energy Efficiency Facility

Roundtable discussion led by Africa Energy Commission (AFREC)

Africa’s growing demand for energy-efficient solutions offers significant opportunities for companies, investors and technology providers, including from Europe.

Join us to discover how the African Energy Efficiency Facility (AfEEF) aims to unlock this potential by mobilising investment, facilitating access to innovative financing mechanisms and supporting the development of new markets for energy efficiency across the continent.

14:00-15:00 | From Interconnectors to Integrated Energy Corridors – Unlocking Investment for Renewable Energy, Regional Integration and Green Industrialisation in Africa

Africa-Europe roundtable led by AUDA-NEPAD

Africa’s Continental Power Systems Masterplan (CMP) is the roadmap to the development of the infrastructure required to build an integrated electricity market in Africa. An integrated economic corridor approach can help translate CMP’s objectives into concrete investments.

Join us for a roundtable on unlocking the potential of the corridor approach as a catalyst for regional integration and industrial growth. Using the Trans-Kalahari Copperbelt Corridor as an example, discover how connecting renewable energy, power transmission, transport and mining can can offer investment opportunities for the public and private sector.

15:15-17:00 | African Continental Power Systems Masterplan (CMP) Priority Projects Market Sounding

Project presentations led by AUDA-NEPAD

Join us to discover priority African energy projects with strong investment potential.

Explore how these projects can strengthen regional power trade, enhance energy security, and unlock green industrial development, while connecting directly with project owners, European investors, and finance partners to turn opportunities into action.

17:00-18:30 | One-to-one meeting slot with project owners

Talk to us and our partners for your questions regarding each of the presented projects.

REGISTRATION

Are you an energy professional, policymaker, investor or development partner interested in advancing Africa–Europe energy cooperation and exploring Africa’s energy priorities and investment opportunities? Join us for the 5th AEEP Forum in Vienna on 10 November 2026!

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Please note: ENLIT Europe registration is mandatory to access the AEEP Forum.

There are two pass options available for ENLIT Europe:

Free Expo Pass: Grants access to the exhibition floor, including the hall where the AEEP Forum will take place.
Paid Summit Pass: Includes access to the exhibition floor as well as the wider ENLIT Europe Summit programme, including conference sessions and additional networking opportunities.

Good to know: A Free Expo Pass is sufficient to attend the AEEP Forum. A Paid Summit Pass is only required if you also wish to participate in the wider ENLIT Europe Summit programme.