Summer School on Managing Africa’s Extractive Future in the Energy Transition

Overview

The Summer School on Managing Africa’s Extractive Future in the Energy Transition is an intensive program designed to address the governance challenges faced by Africa's extractive sector. This year, the event will be hosted in Accra, Ghana, bringing together stakeholders from civil society, media, and government to explore critical issues in extractive industries.

Program Highlights

Participants will engage in discussions on various topics, including:

• Energy transition under fiscal and governance constraints
• Maximizing economic benefits during energy transitions
• Environmental and social governance (ESG) in extractives
• Community outcomes and benefit sharing
• Geopolitics and resource mobilization strategies

The program also includes attendance at the Future of Energy Conference (FEC), providing a platform for innovative solutions and strategies for a sustainable energy future in Africa.

Eligibility and Application

The summer school is open to citizens of Anglophone African countries with relevant professional experience in extractive, energy, or related policy fields. An application fee of USD 2,500 covers tuition, accommodation, meals, and local transportation. Scholarships are available on a competitive basis, encouraging applicants to seek additional funding sources.

Networking Opportunities

Graduates will join a vibrant alumni network, offering continued mentorship and professional development opportunities, fostering collaboration and collective action across the continent. This initiative aims to bridge knowledge gaps and improve governance in Africa's energy and extractive sectors, crucial for sustainable economic development.