African Conferences, August 16th - 22nd
Event happening all over Africa between the 16th to 22nd of August 2026
Southern African Development Community (SADC)
17th August 2026 - Durban, South Africa
The Southern African Development Community (SADC) will convene its 46th Ordinary Summit of Heads of State and Government on 17 August 2026 at the Durban International Conference Centre in Durban City, Republic of South Africa.
His Excellency Mr. Matamela Cyril Ramaphosa, President of the Republic of South Africa will host and chair the 46th SADC Summit under the theme, “Resilient, sustainable and inclusive industrialisation through Infrastructure Development, Agricultural and Critical Minerals Transformation in Pursuit of a Just World”.
The theme emphasises the development of infrastructure, agriculture, and critical minerals to advance industrialisation and build a SADC region that is industrially competitive, climate resilient, socially inclusive, and able to deliver a just and prosperous future for SADC citizens.
2026 AFREIKH Summer School
18th - 28th August 2026 - Accra, Ghana
The Anglophone Africa Extractive Industries Knowledge Hub (AFREIKH) aims to bridge knowledge gaps in the energy and extractive sectors in Africa through training and capacity building to improve effective extractive sector governance. This year, ACEP, with support from the Natural Resource Governance Institute (NRGI), will host the one-week intensive summer school on extractive industries governance in Accra, Ghana.
This intensive summer school will convene extractive sector stakeholders across Anglophone Africa to delve into the critical issues, challenges, and evolving landscape of Africa’s extractive industries, while navigating the ongoing energy transition. Participants will also gain practical insights by attending the Future of Energy Conference (FEC), which offers a platform to explore innovative solutions and strategies for a sustainable energy future for Africa.
4th Africa Food Show Kenya
19th - 21st August 2026 - Nairobi, Kenya
The Africa Food Show (AFS) 2026, taking place from 19 – 21 August 2026 at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC), Nairobi, Kenya, is the premier pan-African event dedicated to advancing Africa’s agricultural and food industries. As the go-to platform for innovation, networking, and trade, AFS 2026 unites stakeholders across the food value chain, including producers, processors, investors, policymakers, and innovators.
In its Fourth Edition, AFS 2026 aligns with Kenya’s Vision 2030 and the African Union’s Agenda 2063 to promote sustainable food systems, drive agricultural transformation, and empower local industries. This year’s event will feature a rich blend of exhibitions, workshops, and networking sessions designed to promote innovation, investment, and growth in Africa’s food and beverage sector.
7th Biennial HR Conference
20th - 21st August 2026 - Accra, Ghana
Venue: The Palms by Eagles, Accra,
Time: 8:00 a.m. Each Day
Theme: Future-Ready People: Building the Workforce for Ghana's Next Era of Mining
