Africa Forward | Inspire & Connect

Blue Economy – maritime sovereignty and sustainable valorization of resources

May 11, 2026 | 10:30 AM EAT - 11:00 AM EAT

Agora Produce

Summary :

This session highlighted the blue economy as a critical driver for African economic development, emphasizing that sustainable growth requires the integration of environmental protection with infrastructure investment. Experts and officials stressed the need for stronger partnerships between European and African stakeholders to modernize ports, secure financing, and implement a "regenerative" approach that benefits coastal communities. The event concluded with the launch of the "Blue and Green Port Network," a collaborative initiative designed to build capacity and foster long-term, coordinated maritime prosperity. This summary was generated by AI.

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