Africa-Press – Gambia. The Gambia is set to host the 2025 edition of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Sustainable Energy Forum (ESEF) from September 18 to 19 at the Sir Dawda Kairaba Jawara International Conference Center in Bijilo.
The high-level gathering will serve as a platform to drive investments and policy reforms aimed at tackling persistent energy access challenges, accelerating the adoption of clean energy technologies, and fostering resilient, inclusive energy systems across West Africa.
Held under the theme “Accelerating Sustainable Energy Infrastructure Solutions for Growth in the ECOWAS Region,” the event will bring together ministers, private sector leaders, development partners, and civil society representatives for strategic discussions on advancing the region’s sustainable energy agenda.
Speaking at a press briefing, Nani Juwara, Minister of Petroleum, Energy, and Mines, described the forum as a crucial opportunity to strengthen regional cooperation and expand investment in renewable energy and energy efficiency.“This forum is an opportunity for us to showcase the country’s renewable energy potential to would-be investors that will be attending the forum,” Minister Juwara stated.
He noted that ESEF 2025 underscores ECOWAS’ commitment to enhancing institutional, policy, and regulatory frameworks to fast-track the region’s transition toward sustainable energy. Over the past decade, he added, ESEF has evolved into a strategic hub for policy dialogue, knowledge exchange, and investment mobilization, attracting more than 500 participants annually.
Francis Sempore, Executive Director of the ECOWAS Centre for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (ECREEE), highlighted that the 2025 edition will address some of West Africa’s most pressing electricity challenges, with a particular focus on tailored solutions for The Gambia.
This year’s forum will also mark two major milestones: the 15th anniversary of ECREEE and the 50th anniversary of ECOWAS, adding historical significance to the event.
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