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━   Day 3  ━

19th November 2025 Day 3: Action & Impact – “From Knowledge to Practice”

Time
Activity

08:30 - 09:30

Session 9: Recap & Key Learnings from Day

Storytelling reels & reflections.

10:00

Plenary Session 2: Fireside Chat

Policy makers, regional partners (ECOWAS, MRU, FEWACCI), and industry leaders discuss cross-border integration and AfCFTA opportunities.

Roundtable Discussions (Parallel Thematic Dialogues)
1.Policy Alignment & Enabling Environment – MDAs, ECOWAS
2.Future of Financing & Digital Inclusion – UNCDF, fintechs
3.Entrepreneurship & Youth Empowerment Roadmap – Universities, TVETs, Chambers
4.Sustainability & Scale-Up of Interventions – Development partners, local councils

10:30 - 12:00

Session 10: Grand Finale Runway Pitch-Final Round & Awards.

Winners recognized under categories: Women Innovators, Digital Startups, Regional Integration Entrepreneurs, and MVP Partners.

Exhibition Closing Session

  • Recognition of standout exhibitors and SMEs.

13:30 – 15:00

Session 11: Commitment Wall & Action Pledges

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

Participants publicly commit to follow-up actions (funding pledges, internships, procurement contracts, B2B linkages).

Closing Ceremony

  • Recognition Awards presented jointly by UN Women, GIZ, ECOWAS, and Government leaders.

  • Summary of Key Outcomes & Recommendations.

  • Closing Remarks & Closing Entertainment.

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