Addis Ababa to Host First African Edition of AFRI CONVERSE

November 10, 2026 | By Semahegn Nigatu

Addis Ababa will host the first African edition of AFRI CONVERSE on November 13, bringing together African journalists, university students and representatives of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) to discuss economic opportunities arising from the Africa-Japan partnership.

The dialogue, organised by UNDP and JICA, will examine how commitments made at the ninth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD9), held in Yokohama, Japan, can translate into practical opportunities for employment, entrepreneurship and cross-border trade.

A central focus will be how young Africans can benefit from the commitments, particularly through access to employment, support for emerging businesses and opportunities to reach markets across national borders.

African journalists and Addis Ababa University students will engage directly with representatives of the conference’s co-organisers. A dedicated session, titled “Students Ask TICAD”, will allow students to raise questions and present their expectations for the Africa-Japan partnership.

The discussions will also explore how African stakeholders can influence the agenda for TICAD10, scheduled to take place in Africa in 2028.

The event is intended to connect development commitments made at the international level with the economic priorities and expectations of African youth and businesses.

Source: FSX Business News