The theme for the World Economic Forum on Africa, AF17 is ‘Achieving Inclusive Growth, in line with the Fourth Industrial Revolution’ which brings in new opportunities to fast-track market integration in Africa through industrial corridors by connecting markets, revitalising manufacturing and integrating innovation.

The NEPAD Agency will hold the following activities during the AF17:

• The WEF co-organised Community Session on the MoveAfrica Initiative (3-4 May)
• A high level breakfast on the North-South Corridor- From Talk to Action (5 May)
• Grow Africa Steering Committee Meeting ( 3 May)
• Grow Africa Interactive Dinner Session (3 May)
• AMRH and PATH-  Powering Africa Innovation for Health (2 May )
• AMRH interactive dinner discussion focusing on transforming the pharmaceutical regulatory landscape for increased investment in Africa (3 May)
• JICA-NEPAD Agency meeting to review the NEPAD JICA Partnership which will be co-chaired by the NEPAD Agency CEO and JICA Vice President.

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