CENTRAL AFRICA THINK TANK FORUM 2024 Concept note

Background Among many other challenges that have plagued the region over the years and which continuously account for the low rates of development witnessed across the region, the ability for think tanks in Central Africa to effectively operate has been a daunting challenge that has consequently led to the short life span, fragmentation and ineffectiveness of some think tanks, research centres and. [...] Building on the successes of the 1st edition which held in Yaounde, Cameroon in September 2023, the 2nd edition of the Central Africa Think Tank Forum which is scheduled to hold from the 21 - 22 of August 2024 under the theme, «Empowering independent voices in the Central African Region» will provide a platform to harness and amplify independent voices for policy change, actionable reforms and pos. [...] Objectives of the forum Primary objective: The 2nd edition of the Central African Think Tank Forum will specifically aim to empower independent voices from the Central African Region. [...] Themes of the panel discussions The various themes of the forum will be framed around the following discussions and sessions: DAY 1 (ONE) - Panel Discussion: Enhancing the Policy Influence and Outreach of Central African Think Tanks" - Panel discussion: Opportunities and Challenges in fostering Central Africa's Engagement with the G20-T20 Breakout session 1 - Workshop on Building resilience of TT. [...] Expected Outcome The forum is expected to identify and empower independent voices in the region for increased operationalisation and effectiveness of think tanks.