AMP @ EAIF2025
The Alliance for Rural Electrification Energy Access Investment Forum (#EAIF2025) will take place in Kampala, Uganda, from April 8-10. As the premier annual investment event dedicated to advancing renewable electrification, EAIF fosters partnerships between businesses and investors to drive sustainable electricity access, decarbonization, economic development, and climate action. Celebrating its 10th anniversary, this edition will welcome over 1,000 in-person and online participants, including private and public investors, industry leaders, and government representatives, for an exclusive and impactful experience.
The Africa Minigrids Program (AMP) will be well-represented on the ground for the second time. AMP will share lessons learned, track progress, and showcase national project updates one year after the first in-person Community of Practice (CoP) convening in Lagos, Nigeria. Participants will engage in peer learning and community building while connecting with the broader event audience to strengthen networks and partnerships. By identifying gaps and opportunities, AMP ensures that each national project is equipped with the necessary tools and guidance to effectively electrify rural communities across the continent.
For those attending in person, we invite you to meet with us to explore opportunities for collaboration.
Program Details and Scheduling:
[High-level Panel: Five years left to achieve SDG7 – financing solutions to accelerate electrification]
Tuesday, 8 April 2025 | 09:45 – 11:00
Moderator: Lynne Wesonga, Board Member, ARE
Panellists:
- Barbel Hohn, Special Representative for Decentralised Renewable Energy, BMZ
- Carol Koech, Strategy Director, Sustainability & Thought Leadership, International Operations, Schneider Electric
- Gillian-Alexandre Huart, CEO, ENGIE Energy Access
- Camille Andre-Bataille, Vice-President, ARE
- Soumya Banerjee, Regional Industry Manager for Infrastructure, IFC
- Nwanne Vwede-Obahor, UNDP’s Uganda Resident Representative, UNDP
Description:
This high-level panel will explore urgent actions to accelerate global electrification with five years left to achieve the 2030 SDGs. Building on momentum from the Mission 300 Africa Energy Summit, where partners pledged over $50 billion for energy access, the session will focus on turning commitments into impact. Key topics include innovative financing, policy reforms, and scalable renewable technologies. Stakeholders will also discuss lessons learned and the role of public-private partnerships in advancing SDG 7—universal access to sustainable energy.
[Innovative Financing Solutions for Productive Use of Energy]
Tuesday, 8 April 2025 | 15.00 – 16.15
Moderator: Francis Elisha, Director, Africa Energy Program, RMI
Panellists:
- Marina Abboud, Head of programmes, ADA
- Denis Mugagga, Head – Climate Finance Unit, Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development
- Thomas Bonicel, Access to Energy Commercial Director, Schneider Electric
- Gary Almond, Head of Communications and Advocacy, Shell Foundation
- Gaetane Tiako Djeumo, Investment Manager – Sustainable Energy, Triple Jump
- Hadijah Natambi, Director, EcoLife Companies
Description:
This session will explore innovative financing mechanisms that drive the adoption of Productive Use of Energy (PURE) solutions, a key enabler of rural development and economic growth. While PURE suppliers vary in their approaches—from impact-driven to commercially focused—many face challenges such as limited access to finance, customer awareness gaps, regulatory complexities, and affordability constraints. Panellists will discuss successful financing models, including blended finance, inclusive finance, results-based financing, and tailored credit schemes for farmers, agribusinesses, and small enterprises. Bringing together investors, financial institutions, project developers, and policymakers, the session will provide insights on scaling financing for decentralized renewable energy (DRE) solutions that enhance productivity, food security, and rural livelihoods.
[Electrification of Health Centres: Energy Delivery Models]
Tuesday, 8 April 2025 | 16.45 – 18.00
Moderator: Salia Konaté, Consultant for Renewable Energy Systems, ENERDON-Energy Consulting
Setting-the-scene presentation
- Philippe Masset, Directeur Europe et International, ADEM
Panellists:
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- Cynthia Kpozuxe, Strategic Partnerships & Business Development Manager, FRES
- Jawahir Muhamed, COO, Tamarso
- Alexis Caujolle, GERES
- Stephen Kansuk, Regional Technical Advisor for Africa, UNDP
Description:
Reliable and sustainable energy is essential for improving healthcare services, especially in underserved regions where health centers often face unreliable or nonexistent electricity. This session will explore innovative energy delivery models for electrifying health centers, focusing on scalable and sustainable solutions that enhance healthcare resilience. Experts will discuss decentralized renewable energy systems, public-private partnerships, and financing mechanisms that drive investment in health-focused electrification initiatives. From minigrids to solar-powered cold storage, stakeholders will examine diverse approaches to ensuring a consistent and affordable energy supply for healthcare facilities, ultimately strengthening healthcare outcomes and community well-being.
[ADA workshop – PURE : Dos & don’ts — Boost your minigrid impact]
Thursday, 10 April, 2025 | 10:00-13:00
The workshop aims to draw lessons from the experiences of various mini-grid operators and compile best practices to promote Productive Use of Energy (PUE). This workshop will be conducted in a participatory format, encouraging active contributions from participants. Together, we will identify effective strategies and pitfalls to avoid in order to maximise the impact of minigrids.
[Invite-Only: Africa Minigrids Program (AMP) (UNDP/RMI) workshop] Fundamentals for Market Preparation]
Thursday, 10 April, 2025 | 10:00-13:00
This session will equip participants with the essential knowledge and tools needed to navigate the complexities of minigrid market development. We will delve into critical aspects of market preparation, providing actionable insights on Derisking Renewable Energy Investments (DREI), enabling frameworks, and policy and regulation. Don’t miss the opportunity to engage in insightful discussions, share expertise, and contribute to the future of the energy access sector. Express your interest to participate.
[Africa Minigrids Program (AMP) (UNDP/RMI) workshop] Data and Digitalisation: Deep Dive]
Thursday, 10 April 2025 | 14:15 – 16:10
An interactive problem solving session exploring how improved data collection and interoperability can unlock investment in the mini-grid sector. We’ll discuss key data challenges, including collection, access, standardisation and interoperability, and gather feedback from private sector and financiers on their data needs. This session aims to show the linkages between data and financing for minigrids, identify actionable solutions and drive data-driven growth in the sector through new partnership opportunities. Express your interest to join.