Invitation to the Ninth Tokyo International Conference for African Development (TICAD 9) Thematic Event

We invite you to join a high-level thematic event at TICAD 9, dedicated to the establishment of a Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) and Regional Command and Control Centre for Addressing Human-Nature Conflicts in Africa—essential tools to tackle escalating human–nature conflicts utilizing existing ICT cloud facility such as the United Nations Cloud Computing service.

"Digital Public Infrastructure and Regional Command and Control Centre for Addressing Human-Nature Conflicts in Africa"
Time & Date: 15:20 – 16:50, 20th August 2025
Venue: Exhibition S-03, Hall D, Pacifico Yokohama
Address: 1-1-1, Minato Mirai, Nishi-ku, Yokohama 220-0012, JAPAN
Participation fee: Free (registration on the day possible)

The event will feature a keynote speech by H.E. Hon. Dr. William Ruto, President of the Republic of Kenya, followed by a panel discussion with Ministerial and technical experts from African governments, regional bodies, and Japan. This event will also outline on how the Regional Command and Control Center will provide facilities for top academic institutions around the world to carryout research using primary data to address challenges faced by African countries. It will also create employment opportunities for young African scholars and technocrats – helping African to address challenges faced by African countries and to contribute to biodiversity conservation through innovative technology.

The agenda for the day can be found under ‘Event Details.’
To participate in this event, please register by clicking ‘Register here.’