Benin 2027
“Benin, the outsider”
What will happen in Cotonou
The 2027 ỌYA ÉNERGIES Summit will take place in Cotonou on 28–29 April. Benin hosts the third edition with a bet: that of the outsider moving fast on rural electrification, mini-grids and the opening of its market. Two days of panels, masterclasses and deal rooms to move from intentions to funded projects.
Our objectives
- Foster strategic partnerships
- Showcase African talent
- Speed up project financing
- Share practical solutions
Key figures
2027 edition · targets
Full programme
Two days of plenaries, panels, masterclasses and deal rooms.
09:00 – 10:30PlenaryOfficial opening of the Summit
Welcome addresses from the authorities and the organising committee, followed by an overview of the power sector in the host country and the region. · Room Main auditorium
11:00 – 12:30PanelFinancing power projects in the host country
Banks, funds and donors explain how they assess a project, what guarantees they ask for and what speeds up a financing decision. · Room Main auditorium
14:00 – 15:30Round tableRegulation and access to electricity
Regulators and experts compare the licensing, tariff and subsidy frameworks that allow private producers and mini-grids to grow. · Room Room 1
15:30 – 17:00Deal roomMeetings between financiers and project developers
20-minute meetings between project developers qualified by ỌYA Invest and investors, by registration. · Room Deal room area
17:00 – 18:00MasterclassTalent and careers in the power transition
Which jobs are hiring, which skills to develop and how to enter the sector: testimonies from young professionals and recruiters. · Room Room 2
The speakers
30 speakers: decision-makers, funders, operators, experts and talents.
30 speakers shown
Institutional and private partners
Practical information
28–29 April 2027
Cotonou Convention Centre
Regular flights to the host country’s capital, visa depending on nationality, airport shuttles for registered attendees.
Partner hotels near the venue, negotiated rates shared after registration.
Badge pick-up from 8 am, QR code access, lunch and coffee breaks on site.
info@oya.africa · +225 07 87 14 84 09