OPEN CALL SUBMISSION

Who should participate?

RISE Africa aims to break down the barriers between different groups by encouraging interactions between diverse role players who, together, can translate ideas into action on the ground. Unlike many academic conferences, participants will not be separated by expertise or interest. Unlike many government engagements, participants will not be separated by hierarchy. Instead, a ‘level playing field’ will be provided to facilitate engagement and cross-disciplinary learning to spark innovative actions for sustainable cities.

We are seeking:

THINKERS

THINKERS

will have opportunities to share their ideas with those who could take them to scale

DOERS

DOERS

will be inspired by new ideas, and connect with enablers who can help them to translate ideas into action. Doers include city officials, NGOs, MBA students, entrepreneurs and engineers, amongst others

ENABLERS

ENABLERS

will be exposed to cutting-edge thinking about the future of African cities, and new opportunities for impactful collaboration. Enablers include development agencies, investment banks, foundations, philanthropists, funders and financiers, amongst others