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SUMMARY:Recognizing\, Reducing\, and Rewarding Unpaid Care Work in Central Africa
DESCRIPTION:Date: Wednesday\, June 3\, 2026\nTime: 3:00 – 4:00 PM (WAT)\nFormat: Zoom Online (Register now) \nBackground and Rationale \nUnpaid care work—including childcare\, elder care\, care for persons with disabilities\, and domestic labor—forms the backbone of households and economies across Central Africa. Yet this work remains largely invisible in economic statistics\, undervalued in public policy\, and disproportionately borne by women and girls. As a result\, unpaid care work constrains women’s labor force participation\, limits income generation\, and reinforces gender inequality across education\, health\, and employment outcomes. \nIn Central Africa\, demographic pressures\, urbanization\, limited public care infrastructure\, and fragile social protection systems have intensified reliance on unpaid care. Women often shoulder extended care responsibilities in contexts of poverty\, conflict\, and weak service delivery\, further restricting their access to formal employment and decent work. These dynamics have significant macroeconomic consequences\, including lower productivity\, reduced tax bases\, and persistent gender gaps in employment and earnings. \nGlobally\, there is growing recognition that addressing unpaid care work is not only a gender equity imperative but also a development and growth strategy. Frameworks promoted by the International Labour Organization (ILO)\, UN Women\, and the World Bank emphasize the “3Rs” approach—Recognize\, Reduce\, and Redistribute—as a pathway to transform care systems\, expand decent work opportunities\, and strengthen social protection. \nThis webinar aims to situate unpaid care work firmly within Central Africa’s development\, labor\, and social policy agendas. By bringing together policymakers\, researchers\, civil society actors\, and development partners\, the discussion will explore practical strategies to recognize unpaid care work\, reduce the burden on women\, and reward care through formal employment\, social protection\, and public investment. \nObjectives of the Webinar \nThe webinar seeks to: \n\nHighlight the scale\, value\, and gendered nature of unpaid care work in Central Africa.\nExamine how unpaid care work affects women’s labor market participation and economic empowerment.\nExplore policy options to reduce unpaid care burdens through public services\, infrastructure\, and social protection.\nDiscuss pathways to reward care work through formalization\, decent jobs\, and labor protections.\nFoster dialogue on integrating care economy reforms into national development and employment strategies.\n\nTarget Audience \n\nPolicymakers and government officials\nGender and labor market experts\nCivil society and women’s rights organizations\nDevelopment partners and donors\nThink tank researchers and academics\nStudents and practitioners interested in gender\, work\, and social policy\n\nExpected Outcomes \nBy the end of the webinar\, participants are expected to: \n\nGain a clearer understanding of unpaid care work and its economic significance in Central Africa.\nIdentify policy gaps and opportunities to address care-related inequalities.\nLearn from comparative approaches and emerging best practices.\nStrengthen networks among stakeholders working on gender\, labor\, and social protection.\nContribute to evidence-informed advocacy on the care economy and women’s economic empowerment.\n\nAbout the Nkafu Policy Institute \nThe Nkafu Policy Institute of the Denis & Lenora Foretia Foundation is a leading independent African policy research institution with vision to accelerate Africa’s Economic Transformation. It drives Africa’s prosperity through evidence-informed policymaking\, enabling all citizens to thrive in free\, fair\, democratic\, and flourishing economies. Through rigorous analysis\, high-impact publications\, and inclusive dialogue\, Nkafu promotes practical reforms that strengthen governance and enhance Africa’s development trajectory. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://www.foretiafoundation.org/events/recognizing-reducing-and-rewarding-unpaid-care-work-in-central-africa/
LOCATION:Zoom Online\, Zoom Online
CATEGORIES:Event,Events,IMPACT,webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260610T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260610T160000
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SUMMARY:Revisiting Access to Health Insurance Services for Persons with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:Date: June 10\, 2026\,\nTime: 3:00–4:00 PM (GMT+1)\nVenue: Zoom Online (Register now) \nBackground & Rationale\nAccess to healthcare is a fundamental right\, yet persons with disabilities (PWD) in Cameroon face persistent barriers: affordability constraints\, limited availability of specialized services\, physical and communication barriers\, and social stigma. These constraints increase the risk of unmet health needs and catastrophic expenditure. While ongoing UHC?related reforms provide essential coverage for some priority groups\, PWD frequently remain under?served in insurance design and enrolment. \nThis webinar will examine how to better integrate PWD into health insurance and social protection mechanisms. It will explore financing options for rehabilitation and assistive technologies\, disability?responsive benefits packages\, adapted enrolment pathways\, and service delivery arrangements that improve access and continuity of care. The session seeks to move from advocacy to actionable design choices and implementation steps. \nObjectives\nGeneral Objective: Identify practical ways to expand and sustain PWD inclusion in health insurance and related social protection programs. \nSpecific Objectives: \n\nMap key barriers for PWD across enrolment\, premium payment\, service access\, and claims.\nAssess current inclusion within UHC rollout and complementary schemes (e.g.\, vouchers\, means?tested subsidies).\nPrioritize financing strategies to reduce out?of?pocket spending for rehabilitation and assistive products.\nDefine programmatic steps and partnerships to scale disability?inclusive coverage in the near term.\n\nGuiding Questions\n\nWhich eligibility\, documentation\, or enrolment requirements unintentionally exclude PWD?\nWhat benefit designs and provider payment mechanisms can better cover rehabilitation and assistive technologies?\nHow can data systems capture disability status ethically to inform purchasing without discrimination?\nWhat roles should ministries\, OPDs\, insurers and development partners play in scaling inclusion?\n\nExpected Outputs\n\nA priority barriers?solutions matrix for PWD inclusion in insurance schemes.\nPolicy brief with short?term (6–12 months) and medium?term (12–24 months) actions.\nAdvocacy pack for OPDs and civil society with key messages and evidence highlights.\nStakeholder list and engagement plan for piloting inclusive purchasing arrangements.\n\nTarget Audience\n\nMinistry of Public Health\, Ministry of Social Affairs\, Ministry of Labour/Social Security.\nOrganizations of Persons with Disabilities (OPDs)\, rehabilitation providers\, hospital managers.\nPrivate insurers\, micro?insurance providers\, community?based schemes.\nResearchers\, disability advocates\, development partners.\n\nAbout the Organizers\nThe Denis & Lenora Foretia Foundation was established to catalyze Africa’s economic transformation by focusing on social entrepreneurship\, science and technology\, innovation\, public health and progressive policies that create economic opportunities for all. The Foundation works with governments\, policymakers\, private enterprises\, civil society organizations and development partners to expand opportunities and improve livelihoods. \nThe Nkafu Policy Institute is an independent think tank at the Foretia Foundation that provides in?depth\, evidence?based policy recommendations to advance inclusive development in Cameroon and across Africa. The Institute convenes experts\, conducts rigorous research\, and leads policy dialogues across governance\, health\, economic policy\, science and technology. \nContact\nDenis & Lenora Foretia Foundation / Nkafu Policy Institute\nOpposite Collège Jésus?Marie – Simbock\, P.O. Box 14315\, Yaoundé\, Cameroon\nTel: (+237) 22 31 15 84 / 654 86 72 54 | Email: info@foretiafoundation.org| Web: www.foretiafoundation.org  |  www.nkafu.org \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://www.foretiafoundation.org/events/revisiting-access-to-health-insurance-services-for-persons-with-disabilities/
LOCATION:Zoom Online\, Zoom Online
CATEGORIES:EPHI,Event,Events,webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260619T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260619T160000
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SUMMARY:Strengthening Governance of Private Health Insurance in Cameroon
DESCRIPTION:Date: June 19\, 2026\nTime: 3:00–4:00 PM (GMT+1)\nVenue: Zoom Online (Register now) \nBackground & Rationale\nCameroon continues to grapple with unequal access to quality healthcare\, driven by financial barriers\, geographic disparities and heterogeneity in service quality. Private Health Insurance (PHI) is increasingly viewed as a complementary financing mechanism that can expand financial protection and reduce catastrophic out?of?pocket expenditure. Yet\, PHI’s contribution to Universal Health Coverage (UHC) objectives remains constrained by governance gaps: unclear accountability arrangements\, weak oversight and reporting\, limited transparency in benefits and claims\, insufficient consumer protection\, and fragmented coordination between health and insurance authorities. \nImproving PHI governance is therefore a policy priority. Clarifying the regulatory framework\, strengthening supervision and enforcement\, establishing uniform disclosure standards\, and enhancing consumer protection can increase trust and predictability for beneficiaries and providers. This webinar will translate these issues into concrete\, actionable reforms that align PHI with national health financing goals. \nObjectives\nGeneral Objective: Strengthen understanding of practical strategies to improve the governance of PHI in Cameroon and align it with UHC goals. \nSpecific Objectives: \n\nDiagnose current governance challenges across the PHI value chain (licensing\, product design\, marketing\, contracting\, claims\, dispute resolution).\nReview applicable legal and regulatory instruments and identify gaps or ambiguities affecting implementation and enforcement.\nAssess supervision\, monitoring and reporting arrangements\, including data standards and enforcement tools.\nPropose feasible transparency and accountability measures to protect consumers and improve market conduct.\nOutline a coordination roadmap between health and insurance authorities to align PHI with national priorities.\n\nGuiding Questions\n\nWhich governance weaknesses most undermine PHI trust and uptake today\, and why?\nWhat specific regulatory clarifications or secondary instruments are needed in the short term?\nHow can supervision and reporting be strengthened without imposing excessive administrative burdens?\nWhat consumer protection mechanisms (complaints handling\, dispute resolution\, claim denials review) are most urgent to institutionalize?\nHow should health and insurance authorities coordinate purchasing\, quality\, and data standards?\n\nExpected Outputs\n\nA concise problem–solution map of PHI governance gaps and priority fixes (presented during the webinar).\nA policy brief (4–6 pages) detailing actionable recommendations\, responsible institutions\, and an indicative timeline.\nA coordination note outlining roles of Ministry of Public Health\, Ministry of Finance/Insurance Directorate\, and other stakeholders.\nStakeholder interest captured via post?event outreach to support regulatory updates and pilots.\n\nTarget Audience\n\nMinistry of Public Health; Ministry of Finance/Insurance Directorate; social security and labor authorities.\nInsurance companies\, third?party administrators\, and provider networks.\nCivil society and consumer protection organizations.\nHealth economists\, health financing practitioners and academics.\nDevelopment partners and technical agencies supporting UHC and insurance reform.\n\nAbout the Organizers\nThe Denis & Lenora Foretia Foundation was established to catalyze Africa’s economic transformation by focusing on social entrepreneurship\, science and technology\, innovation\, public health and progressive policies that create economic opportunities for all. The Foundation works with governments\, policymakers\, private enterprises\, civil society organizations and development partners to expand opportunities and improve livelihoods. \nThe Nkafu Policy Institute is an independent think tank at the Foretia Foundation that provides in?depth\, evidence?based policy recommendations to advance inclusive development in Cameroon and across Africa. The Institute convenes experts\, conducts rigorous research\, and leads policy dialogues across governance\, health\, economic policy\, science and technology. \nContact\nDenis & Lenora Foretia Foundation / Nkafu Policy Institute\nOpposite Collège Jésus?Marie – Simbock\, P.O. Box 14315\, Yaoundé\, Cameroon\nTel: (+237) 22 31 15 84 / 654 86 72 54 | Email: info@foretiafoundation.org| Web: www.foretiafoundation.org  |  www.nkafu.org \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://www.foretiafoundation.org/events/strengthening-governance-of-private-health-insurance-in-cameroon/
LOCATION:Zoom Online\, Zoom Online
CATEGORIES:EPHI,Event,Events,webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nkafu Policy Institute":MAILTO:info@foretiafoundation_org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260702T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260702T160000
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SUMMARY:Strengthening Regional Security in Central Africa: Can ECCAS Rise to the Challenge?
DESCRIPTION:Date: July 2\, 2026\nTime: 3:00 – 4:00 PM (WAT)\nVenue: Zoom Online (Register now) \nBackground and Rationale \nCentral Africa continues to face complex and interlinked security challenges\, including armed conflict\, violent extremism\, cross-border insurgencies\, maritime insecurity in the Gulf of Guinea\, unconstitutional changes of government\, and the proliferation of illicit trafficking networks. These threats transcend national borders and increasingly require coordinated regional responses. \nThe Economic Community of Central African States (ECCAS) was established to promote peace\, security\, and stability across the region. Through instruments such as the Council for Peace and Security in Central Africa (COPAX)\, ECCAS has articulated an ambitious mandate covering conflict prevention\, crisis management\, peacekeeping\, and post-conflict reconstruction. Yet\, persistent insecurity in parts of the Democratic Republic of Congo\, Central African Republic\, Lake Chad Basin\, and border regions has raised critical questions about ECCAS’ effectiveness\, capacity\, political authority\, and operational readiness. \nThis webinar seeks to critically examine whether ECCAS is adequately equipped—politically\, institutionally\, and financially—to respond to the region’s evolving security landscape. It will also explore reform options and complementary approaches involving member states\, civil society\, and international partners. \nObjectives of the Webinar \nThe webinar aims to: \n\nAssess the current security challenges confronting Central Africa and their regional dimensions.\nExamine ECCAS’ institutional mandate\, governance structures\, and operational tools for peace and security.\nIdentify political\, financial\, and coordination constraints limiting ECCAS’ effectiveness.\nExplore opportunities for reform\, strengthening\, and strategic partnerships.\nGenerate policy-relevant insights to inform regional security cooperation in Central Africa.\n\nTarget Audience \n\nPolicymakers and government officials from Central Africa\nRegional and continental institutions\nThink tank researchers and analysts\nCivil society and peacebuilding organizations\nDevelopment partners and donors\nAcademics\, students\, and security practitioners\n\nExpected Outcomes \nBy the end of the webinar\, participants are expected to: \n\nGain a clearer understanding of ECCAS’ strengths and limitations in addressing regional security challenges.\nIdentify reform priorities and partnership opportunities for strengthening regional security governance.\nEnhance dialogue between policymakers\, researchers\, and civil society actors.\nGenerate policy-relevant insights to inform Nkafu’s peace and security programming and advocacy.\n\nAbout the Nkafu Policy Institute \nThe Nkafu Policy Institute of the Denis & Lenora Foretia Foundation is a leading independent African policy research institution with vision to accelerate Africa’s Economic Transformation. It drives Africa’s prosperity through evidence-informed policymaking\, enabling all citizens to thrive in free\, fair\, democratic\, and flourishing economies. Through rigorous analysis\, high-impact publications\, and inclusive dialogue\, Nkafu promotes practical reforms that strengthen governance and enhance Africa’s development trajectory. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://www.foretiafoundation.org/events/strengthening-regional-security-in-central-africa-can-eccas-rise-to-the-challenge/
LOCATION:Zoom Online\, Zoom Online
CATEGORIES:Event,Events,SCATT-BRIDGE,webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nkafu Policy Institute":MAILTO:info@foretiafoundation_org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260710T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260710T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T230423
CREATED:20260318T152802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T163037Z
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SUMMARY:Health Insurance under the CIMA Code: Comparative Implementation Models Across Member States
DESCRIPTION:Date: July 10\, 2026\nTime: 3:00–4:00 PM (GMT+1)\nVenue: Zoom Online (Register now) \nBackground & Rationale\nThe Inter?African Conference on Insurance Markets (CIMA) provides a unified insurance code intended to harmonize regulatory standards across its member states. Despite convergence at the level of legal provisions\, implementation practices vary significantly due to differences in institutional capacity\, supervisory approaches\, data systems\, and coordination between insurance regulators and health authorities. \nA focused comparison of implementation models can reveal practices associated with efficiency\, transparency\, consumer confidence\, and better alignment with health financing goals. By identifying practical steps to strengthen supervision\, product approval\, claims oversight\, and insurer–provider contracting\, the webinar aims to inform national reform agendas while supporting regional learning within the CIMA zone. \nObjectives\nGeneral Objective: Analyze and compare how selected CIMA member states implement health insurance regulation in practice and extract lessons for reform. \nSpecific Objectives: \n\nMap operational supervisory models (licensing\, market conduct\, solvency\, reporting).\nCompare administrative practices in product approval and claims oversight.\nExamine insurer–provider contractual arrangements and payment systems.\nIdentify consumer protection mechanisms and transparency requirements that build trust.\nGenerate cross?country lessons relevant to UHC and health financing reform strategies.\n\nComparative Lens & Discussion Areas\n\nInstitutional arrangements and division of responsibilities among authorities.\nData standards\, reporting frequency\, and digital supervision tools.\nBenefit design disclosure\, network adequacy\, and portability/continuity of care.\nComplaints handling\, dispute resolution\, and sanctions.\nCoordination with health ministries to align purchasing and quality standards.\n\nExpected Outputs\n\nComparative matrix of implementation practices across selected member states.\nRegional learning brief with promising practices and pitfalls to avoid.\nActionable recommendations for national regulators and regional coordination bodies.\nAgenda for a follow?up technical clinic focused on data and reporting standards.\n\nTarget Audience\n\nInsurance supervisory authorities within the CIMA zone.\nMinistries of Health\, Finance\, Labour/Social Security.\nPrivate health insurers and provider associations.\nDevelopment partners and regional policy institutions.\nResearchers and health financing reform teams.\n\nAbout the Organizers\nThe Denis & Lenora Foretia Foundation was established to catalyze Africa’s economic transformation by focusing on social entrepreneurship\, science and technology\, innovation\, public health and progressive policies that create economic opportunities for all. The Foundation works with governments\, policymakers\, private enterprises\, civil society organizations and development partners to expand opportunities and improve livelihoods. \nThe Nkafu Policy Institute is an independent think tank at the Foretia Foundation that provides in?depth\, evidence?based policy recommendations to advance inclusive development in Cameroon and across Africa. The Institute convenes experts\, conducts rigorous research\, and leads policy dialogues across governance\, health\, economic policy\, science and technology. \nContact\nDenis & Lenora Foretia Foundation / Nkafu Policy Institute\nOpposite Collège Jésus?Marie – Simbock\, P.O. Box 14315\, Yaoundé\, Cameroon\nTel: (+237) 22 31 15 84 / 654 86 72 54 | Email: info@foretiafoundation.org| Web: www.foretiafoundation.org  |  www.nkafu.org \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://www.foretiafoundation.org/events/health-insurance-under-the-cima-code-comparative-implementation-models-across-member-states/
LOCATION:Zoom Online\, Zoom Online
CATEGORIES:EPHI,Event,Events,webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nkafu Policy Institute":MAILTO:info@foretiafoundation_org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260812T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260812T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T230423
CREATED:20251231T093511Z
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SUMMARY:Civil–Military Relations and Democratic Accountability in Central Africa
DESCRIPTION:Date: Wednesday\, August 12\, 2026\nTime: 3:00 – 4:00 PM (WAT)\nVenue: Zoom Online (Register now) \nBackground and Rationale \nCivil–military relations remain a defining factor in the governance and democratic trajectories of Central African states. Across the region\, armed forces and security services play influential roles not only in national defense and internal security\, but also in political transitions\, regime stability\, electoral processes\, and the management of dissent. While professional\, accountable security institutions are essential for state stability\, weak civilian oversight and politicization of the military have often undermined democratic consolidation. \nIn several Central African countries\, historical legacies of military dominance\, prolonged states of emergency\, internal conflicts\, and constitutional ambiguities have blurred the boundaries between civilian authority and military power. These dynamics have contributed to challenges such as restricted civic space\, contested elections\, limited transparency in defense governance\, and erosion of public trust in state institutions. At the same time\, emerging security threats—ranging from insurgencies and cross-border violence to organized crime—have increased reliance on military actors\, further complicating accountability mechanisms. \nThis webinar seeks to provide a platform for critical reflection on how civil–military relations can be strengthened in ways that enhance democratic accountability while preserving security and stability. By bringing together policymakers\, security experts\, civil society actors\, and researchers\, the discussion will explore reform pathways\, comparative lessons\, and practical strategies relevant to Central Africa. \nObjectives of the Webinar \nThe webinar aims to: \n\nExamine the current state of civil–military relations in Central Africa and their implications for democratic governance.\nAnalyze institutional\, legal\, and political factors shaping civilian oversight of the military and security services.\nExplore the role of parliaments\, courts\, civil society\, and the media in promoting accountability and transparency in the security sector.\nIdentify practical reform options to strengthen professional\, non-partisan\, and accountable security institutions.\nFoster informed dialogue among stakeholders on balancing security imperatives with democratic norms.\n\nTarget Audience \n\nPolicymakers and public officials\nSecurity practitioners and analysts\nCivil society and human rights organizations\nThink tank researchers and academics\nDevelopment partners and donors\nStudents and emerging professionals interested in governance and security\n\nExpected Outcomes \nBy the end of the webinar\, participants are expected to: \n\nGain a deeper understanding of civil–military relations and their impact on democracy in Central Africa.\nIdentify key institutional and policy gaps in democratic oversight of security forces.\nLearn from comparative experiences and reform efforts within and beyond the region.\nStrengthen networks among policymakers\, researchers\, and civil society actors.\nContribute to evidence-based dialogue informing Nkafu’s peace\, security\, and governance programming.\n\nAbout the Nkafu Policy Institute \nThe Nkafu Policy Institute of the Denis & Lenora Foretia Foundation is a leading independent African policy research institution with vision to accelerate Africa’s Economic Transformation. It drives Africa’s prosperity through evidence-informed policymaking\, enabling all citizens to thrive in free\, fair\, democratic\, and flourishing economies. Through rigorous analysis\, high-impact publications\, and inclusive dialogue\, Nkafu promotes practical reforms that strengthen governance and enhance Africa’s development trajectory. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://www.foretiafoundation.org/events/civil-military-relations-and-democratic-accountability-in-central-africa/
LOCATION:Zoom Online\, Zoom Online
CATEGORIES:Event,Events,SCATT-BRIDGE,webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261007T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261007T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T230423
CREATED:20260109T153558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T124423Z
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SUMMARY:Agro-Industrial Value Chains and AfCFTA: Unlocking Competitive Industries in Central Africa
DESCRIPTION:Date: Wednesday\, October 7\, 2026\nTime: 3:00 – 4:00 PM (WAT)\nVenue: Zoom Online (Register Now) \nBackground and Rationale \nAgriculture remains central to livelihoods and economic activity across Central Africa\, yet the region continues to capture limited value from its agricultural output. Primary commodities are often exported with minimal processing\, leaving countries vulnerable to price volatility\, external shocks\, and persistent trade deficits. At the same time\, Central Africa faces pressing challenges of job creation\, industrial diversification\, and regional market integration. \nThe African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) presents a unique opportunity to reverse these trends by enabling scale\, reducing trade barriers\, and fostering regional value chains. For Central Africa\, AfCFTA can serve as a catalyst for agro-industrialization\, linking farms to processing\, manufacturing\, logistics\, and regional markets. By shifting from raw material exports to competitive agro-industries\, countries can increase value addition\, stimulate private investment\, and generate decent jobs—particularly for youth and women. \nHowever\, realizing this potential is not automatic. Structural constraints persist\, including weak transport and energy infrastructure\, limited access to finance\, fragmented standards and regulations\, skills gaps\, and uneven policy implementation. Effective agro-industrial development under AfCFTA will therefore require coherent industrial policy\, targeted investments\, and stronger coordination among governments\, the private sector\, regional economic communities\, and development partners. \nThis webinar seeks to examine how Central African countries can strategically leverage AfCFTA to strengthen agro-industrial value chains\, enhance competitiveness\, and accelerate structural transformation. \nObjectives of the Webinar \nThe webinar aims to: \n\nExamine the current state of agro-industrial value chains in Central Africa and their role in economic transformation.\nAnalyze how AfCFTA can enable scale\, market access\, and competitiveness for agro-industrial products.\nIdentify policy\, infrastructure\, and financing constraints limiting value-chain upgrading.\nExplore industrial policy options and private-sector strategies to strengthen agro-processing and manufacturing.\nFoster dialogue among policymakers\, investors\, researchers\, and practitioners on actionable pathways forward.\n\nTarget Audience \n\nPolicymakers and regulators in trade\, agriculture\, and industry\nAgribusinesses\, SMEs\, and private investors\nDevelopment partners and financial institutions\nThink tank researchers and academics\nCivil society and producer organizations\nStudents and practitioners interested in regional integration and industrialization\n\nExpected Outcomes \nBy the end of the webinar\, participants are expected to: \n\nGain a clearer understanding of how AfCFTA can support agro-industrial transformation in Central Africa.\nIdentify priority value chains and policy bottlenecks limiting competitiveness.\nLearn from comparative experiences and practical approaches to value-chain upgrading.\nStrengthen networks among public\, private\, and regional actors.\nContribute to evidence-informed dialogue on industrial policy and regional integration.\n\nAbout the Nkafu Policy Institute \nThe Nkafu Policy Institute of the Denis & Lenora Foretia Foundation is a leading independent African policy research institution with vision to accelerate Africa’s Economic Transformation. It drives Africa’s prosperity through evidence-informed policymaking\, enabling all citizens to thrive in free\, fair\, democratic\, and flourishing economies. Through rigorous analysis\, high-impact publications\, and inclusive dialogue\, Nkafu promotes practical reforms that strengthen governance and enhance Africa’s development trajectory. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://www.foretiafoundation.org/events/agro-industrial-value-chains-and-afcfta-unlocking-competitive-industries-in-central-africa/
LOCATION:Zoom Online\, Zoom Online
CATEGORIES:Event,Events,IMPACT,webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nkafu Policy Institute":MAILTO:info@foretiafoundation_org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261124T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261124T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T230423
CREATED:20251231T095618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T124413Z
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SUMMARY:The Governance Landscape in Central Africa: Actors\, Authority\, and Accountability
DESCRIPTION:Date: Tuesday\, November 24\, 2026\nTime: 3:00 – 4:00 PM (WAT)\nVenue: Zoom Online (Register now) \nBackground and Rationale \nGovernance outcomes in Central Africa are shaped by a complex ecosystem of actors that extend well beyond formal state institutions. Executive power\, security establishments\, political parties\, traditional authorities\, business elites\, civil society organizations\, religious institutions\, and external partners all influence how authority is exercised and how public decisions are made. Understanding this governance landscape is essential for advancing democratic accountability\, policy reform\, and inclusive development in the region. \nAcross Central Africa\, highly centralized political systems coexist with informal power structures and weak accountability mechanisms. While constitutions and legal frameworks often articulate principles of separation of powers and citizen oversight\, the practical operation of governance frequently reflects asymmetries of power\, limited institutional checks\, and constrained civic space. These dynamics affect public service delivery\, economic management\, security governance\, and public trust in state institutions. \nFor think tanks\, civil society actors\, development partners\, and reform-minded policymakers\, engaging effectively in this environment requires a clear understanding of who holds authority\, how decisions are influenced\, and where leverage points for accountability and reform exist. This webinar seeks to unpack these dynamics by examining governance actors\, formal and informal power relationships\, and accountability pathways across Central Africa. \nObjectives of the Webinar \nThe webinar aims to: \n\nMap key actors shaping governance and decision-making in Central Africa.\nExamine how authority is exercised across formal institutions and informal power networks.\nAnalyze the effectiveness of accountability mechanisms\, including parliaments\, courts\, civil society\, and the media.\nIdentify leverage points for strengthening governance reform and policy influence.\nFoster informed dialogue among policymakers\, researchers\, civil society\, and development partners.\n\nTarget Audience \n\nPolicymakers and public officials\nThink tank researchers and analysts\nCivil society and advocacy organizations\nDevelopment partners and donors\nAcademics\, students\, and media professionals\nPractitioners interested in governance reform and policy influence\n\nExpected Outcomes \nBy the end of the webinar\, participants are expected to: \n\nGain a clearer understanding of governance actors and power dynamics in Central Africa.\nIdentify gaps and opportunities in accountability mechanisms.\nDevelop more informed strategies for policy engagement and reform advocacy.\nStrengthen networks among governance actors across the region.\nContribute to Nkafu’s broader work on governance\, democracy\, and policy uptake in Central Africa.\n\nAbout the Nkafu Policy Institute \nThe Nkafu Policy Institute of the Denis & Lenora Foretia Foundation is a leading independent African policy research institution with vision to accelerate Africa’s Economic Transformation. It drives Africa’s prosperity through evidence-informed policymaking\, enabling all citizens to thrive in free\, fair\, democratic\, and flourishing economies. Through rigorous analysis\, high-impact publications\, and inclusive dialogue\, Nkafu promotes practical reforms that strengthen governance and enhance Africa’s development trajectory. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://www.foretiafoundation.org/events/the-governance-landscape-in-central-africa-actors-authority-and-accountability/
LOCATION:Zoom Online\, Zoom Online
CATEGORIES:Event,Events,SCATT-BRIDGE,webinar
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SUMMARY:Bridging the Digital Divide – Technology\, AI and the Future of Work in Central Africa
DESCRIPTION:Date: Wednesday\, December 2\, 2026\nTime: 3:00 – 4:00 PM (WAT)\nVenue: Zoom Online (Register now) \nBackground and Rationale \nDigital technologies—and increasingly artificial intelligence (AI)—are transforming labor markets worldwide. Automation\, machine learning\, digital platforms\, and data-driven systems are reshaping how work is organized\, which skills are demanded\, and how productivity gains are distributed. For many economies\, these technologies are becoming central to competitiveness\, innovation\, and long-term growth. \nIn Central Africa\, the potential of digitalization and AI remains unevenly realized. While mobile technologies and digital services have expanded\, especially in urban centers\, deep digital divides persist across geography\, gender\, education levels\, and firm size. Limited broadband infrastructure\, high connectivity costs\, weak digital ecosystems\, and gaps in advanced digital and AI-related skills constrain the region’s ability to fully participate in the digital economy. \nThe rapid emergence of AI raises both opportunities and risks for Central Africa’s labor markets. On one hand\, AI-enabled tools can improve productivity\, enable new forms of work\, support entrepreneurship\, and expand access to markets and services. On the other hand\, without deliberate policy choices\, AI and automation risk reinforcing informality\, displacing vulnerable workers\, and widening inequalities between those with digital skills and those without. \nThese dynamics are unfolding amid high youth unemployment\, rapid demographic growth\, and a labor market dominated by informality. The central policy challenge is therefore not whether technology and AI will shape the future of work in Central Africa—but how governments\, the private sector\, and development partners can ensure that this transformation is inclusive\, job-creating\, and aligned with decent work principles. \nThis webinar will provide a platform for evidence-informed dialogue on how Central Africa can bridge digital divides\, build AI-ready skills\, and harness technology to support productive employment and shared prosperity. \nObjectives of the Webinar \nThe webinar aims to: \n\nExamine the nature of digital and AI-related divides in Central Africa and their implications for work.\nAssess how digital technologies and AI are reshaping employment\, productivity\, and informality.\nExplore the risks and opportunities of AI adoption for youth and women in the labor market.\nIdentify policy\, regulatory\, and investment priorities to support inclusive digital and AI-driven economies.\nPromote dialogue on aligning technology and AI strategies with skills development and decent work.\n\nTarget Audience \n\nPolicymakers and regulators\nTechnology firms and private-sector leaders\nDevelopment partners and donors\nThink tank researchers and academics\nCivil society organizations\nYouth\, students\, and workforce development practitioners\n\nExpected Outcomes \nBy the end of the webinar\, participants are expected to: \n\nGain a clearer understanding of how technology and AI are shaping the future of work in Central Africa.\nIdentify key digital and AI-related barriers to inclusive employment.\nUnderstand priority policy and investment actions needed to bridge digital divides.\nStrengthen networks among stakeholders working on digitalization\, AI\, and jobs.\nContribute to evidence-informed policy dialogue on inclusive digital and AI transitions.\n\nAbout the Nkafu Policy Institute \nThe Nkafu Policy Institute of the Denis & Lenora Foretia Foundation is a leading independent African policy research institution with vision to accelerate Africa’s Economic Transformation. It drives Africa’s prosperity through evidence-informed policymaking\, enabling all citizens to thrive in free\, fair\, democratic\, and flourishing economies. Through rigorous analysis\, high-impact publications\, and inclusive dialogue\, Nkafu promotes practical reforms that strengthen governance and enhance Africa’s development trajectory. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://www.foretiafoundation.org/events/bridging-the-digital-divide-technology-ai-and-the-future-of-work-in-central-africa/
LOCATION:Zoom Online\, Zoom Online
CATEGORIES:Event,Events,IMPACT,webinar
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