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━   Day 2  ━

18th November, 2025 Day 2: Deep Dive & Collaboration – “Building Stronger  Enterprises

Time
Activity

08:30 - 09:30

Session 5:  Recap & Reflections from Day 1

Short storytelling session led by youth participants.

10:00

Thematic Panel Discussions (Parallel Sessions)

1.Cassava Value Chain: Scaling Value Addition & Exports – FAO, IFAD
2.Palm Oil Value Chain: Sustainable Practices & Certification (RSPO, organic) – Goldtree, SMEs, private sector leaders
3.Vegetable Value Chain: Expanding Market Linkages & Nutrition Impact – WFP, UNIDO
4.Cross-Cutting Dialogue: Women in Business, Sustainable Practices, Digital Transformation
Breakout Business Clinics – Round 2Mentoring sessions with industry experts and development partners. Focus on investment-readiness and pitching skills

10:30 - 12:00

Session 6: Workshops & Masterclasses (Parallel Hands-On Tracks)

  • Financing Growth & Innovative Lending Models – UNCDF & MFIs

  • Branding & Storytelling for Global Markets – private sector marketing experts

  • Pitching Skills & Investor Readiness – accelerators and incubators

  • Co-Creation Labs & Hackathons – Universities & TVETs

13:30 – 15:00

Session 7: Runway Pitch Showcase-Part 2

Continuation of innovative pitches with youth and women entrepreneurs.Accompanied by impact reels showcasing real-life success stories.

15:30 - 17:30

Session 8: Exhibition Tour & Networking Circle

Peer-to-peer knowledge exchange, themed networking groups (agribusiness, digital, finance, women entrepreneurs).

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