PROGRAM OUTLINE

Total Duration: 3 Hours

Session 1: Opening and Setting the Stage (30 Minutes)

• Welcome Address: By the Organizing Committee Chair (AFRIEF’s President.
• Keynote Address-1: “Expanding the DFI Network: Catalyzing Collective Action for Sustainable Growth in IDB Member Countries” Delivered by the Secretary General of ADFIMI. Focus on inviting banks to join ADFIMI and highlighting the benefits of collective collaboration in addressing Africa’s developmental challenges.

• Keynote Addres-2: Enhancing National Development through Strategic Development Finance: Unlocking Opportunities in Key Sectors for Inclusive Growth in Nigeria”

• Introductory Remarks: Delivered by the President of the Islamic Development Bank (or Representative).

Session 2: High-Level Panel Discussion (90 Minutes)

Theme: Strategic Synergies for Sustainable Growth: Unlocking the Potential of Development Finance Institutions in Africa

Key Topics:

1. Islamic Development Finance and Africa’s Economic Transformation
   Focus: Financing agriculture, social infrastructure, and industrial value chains.
2. Innovative Financing Mechanisms
   • Blended finance models: Combining public, private, and philanthropic resources.
   • Leveraging Sukuk bonds and public-private partnerships (PPPs).
3. Cross-Sector Collaboration for Social Impact
   Highlighting opportunities for multi-stakeholder collaboration in addressing healthcare, education, housing, and development in fragile states.

Format:

• Moderated panel with diverse representatives (DFIs, governments, private sector, and international organizations).
• Audience Q&A session to encourage interactive participation.

 Session 3: Focused Dialogue (40 Minutes)

Theme: The Future of Development Financing: Challenges, Opportunities, and Collaborative Pathways

Key Segments:

1. Empowering Women and Youth through DFI Interventions;
   Discussion on tailored financing strategies for women and youth to achieve inclusive growth.
2. Green Financing and Climate Resilience: Exploring DFIs’ leadership in financing renewable energy projects, sustainable agriculture, and climate-resilient infrastructure.

Format:

• Moderated panel with diverse representatives (DFIs, governments, private sector, and international organizations).

• Audience Q&A session to encourage interactive participation.

Session 4: Closing Session (20 Minutes)

• Summary of Key Outcomes: Delivered by the Event Moderator or Rapporteur.
• Launch of Outcome Document (if applicable):
  An outline of next steps and action points.
• Vote of Thanks: Representative from AFRIEF and ADFIMI.

Conclusion

This international virtual dialogue seeks to underscore the importance of Development Finance Institutions in facilitating sustainable economic growth in ISDB member countries, particularly in Africa. By promoting innovative financing models, fostering partnerships, and addressing specific development challenges, the event will provide actionable strategies for DFIs to enhance their impact.

With its well-rounded program and collaborative focus, the dialogue is positioned to catalyze transformative changes in the development financing landscape in IDB member countries.