"A Bright Blue Future in Africa" is the theme of the second edition of the Maritimafrica Week Togo – 2025 forum, dedicated to the African blue economy, which will be held from Wednesday 10 to Friday 12 September 2025 in Lomé, Togo.
which brings together every year all the players in the blue economy sector in Africa and their partners from other parts of the world to discuss the major issues and challenges facing the sector.
EVENT ORGANISER
High-impact marketing event for the maritime, port and Blue Economy sectors in Africa.
As a sponsor, you will be perceived as a thought leader and expert in your industry, thereby strengthening the trust of potential customers and improving your brand image.
As a sponsor, your brand will benefit from significant visibility among a targeted audience of major players in Africa's blue economy.
Networking opportunities with professionals and potential business partners.
New business opportunities by presenting your products and services at the forum.
This programme is temporary and subject to change.
09:00 - 09:30: Reception and seating of participants
09:30 - 10:00: Reception and seating of Officials
10:00 - 10:05: Opening Ceremony: Remarks by the Master of Ceremony
10:05 - 10:15: Speech by the Founder of Maritimafrica
10:15 - 10:17: Remarks by the Master of Ceremony
10:17 - 10:27: Speech by the Director General of the Port Autonome de Lomé (PAL)
10:27 - 10:30: Remarks by the Master of Ceremony
10:30 - 10:40: Speech by the Minister of Maritime Economy and Coastal Protection
10:40 - 10:45: Remarks by the Master of Ceremony
10:45 - 12:30: Inaugural Conference: The Blue Africa of Tomorrow: Building with Everyone’s Voices and Energies
12:30 - 13:00: Group photo and exhibition tour
13:00 - 14:00: Lunch break
14:00 - 15:30: Panel 1: The Strategic Role of Public and Parliamentary Institutions in Advancing Africa’s Blue Economy
15:30 - 15:45: Coffee break
15:45 - 17:45: Panel 2: Protection of Marine and Coastal Ecosystems: Reconciling Blue Growth and Climate Resilience
09:00 - 10:30: Panel 3: Ports, Logistics, and Corridors: Drivers of African Economic Integration
10:30 - 10:45: Coffee break
10:45 - 13:00: Panel 4: Maritime and Port Security and Safety: A Pillar of
Competitiveness and Sovereignty
13:00 - 14:00: Lunch break
14:00 - 16:00: Panel 5: Port Performance and Digital Transformation: Towards Smart and Competitive African Ports
16:00 - 16:30: Presentation of Resolutions and Recommendations: Official reading of the Forum’s recommendations by the Chair of the Scientific Committee
16:30 - 17:00: Award and Recognition Ceremony, including presentation of
participation certificates to speakers
17:00 - 17:10: Closing Address by the Director General of the Port Autonome of Lomé or his Representative
17:10 - 17:20: Closing Address by the Minister of Maritime Economy and Coastal Protection or his Representative
17:20 - 17:30: Closing Remarks by the Founder of Maritimafrica
17:30 - 18:00: Networking Cocktail
Delegates benefit from :
Passionate and expert speakers come together to share their experience and shed light on the challenges facing the sector.
Sponsors and Partners of Maritimafrica Week Togo - 2025
A few words about the 1st Maritimafrica Week Togo - 2023 forum
“I remain convinced that the various exchanges will further strengthen your knowledge and contribute to the emergence of a blue economy, a true driver of growth in Africa.”
“Africa in general, and Togo in particular, have clearly understood this challenge. The blue economy, which is the reason for our gathering here today, holds a central place in the development of our country, Togo.”
Read the articles, reports and press releases published during and after the event.
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