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Event overview
Evolving security challenges across Africa have precipitated the necessity for regional Air Forces to enhance air operations to counter asymmetrical threats. To effectively empower air-defence components, it is essential for the entire aerospace community to cooperatively advance tactics, training and MRO supply-chain management to improve response to regional conflicts.
To support this, the inaugural Africa Airforce Forum hosted by the Senegal Air Force in Dakar 26-27 October 2022 will feature bespoke networking exercises and interactive platforms for the region’s Air Force leadership and global solution providers to enhance collaborative approaches to combat regional security challenges. The Air Force Africa Forum will address the evolving role of Africa’s air force, new requirements, counter terrorism, and counter insurgency efforts.
Why Senegal?
Senegal’s Air Force is currently enhancing their fleet capabilities to support regional counterinsurgency and counterterrorism operations. In addition to the transnational conflicts, Senegal will begin oil exploration in 2023 and will require extensive air support to safeguard the new offshore oil and gas assets. Due to this, the Air Force Africa Forum will reveal the Air Forces commitment to regional security through shortlisting of suppliers and providing an essential platform for Africa’s aerospace community to convene to progress coordination.
Brigadier General Papa Souleymane Sarr
Chief of Air Force Staff
Senegal
Welcome Message
Warm Greetings,
It is my honor to announce the inaugural Africa Air Force Forum hosted by the distinguished Senegal Air Force. We are proud to welcome the global aerospace community to this critical meeting of Air Force leadership as well as renowned solution providers. Under the theme “Aviation in low- intensity conflict,” we will address the evolving role air-operations play in counterinsurgency efforts as well as ways to optimize existing resources. It has become essential for the regions forces to cooperatively address methods to enhance the security landscape, hence this forum will provide the platform for Africa’s aerospace and defence stakeholders to convene, integrate and implement plans.
In addition to the high- level discussions and briefings, the Africa Air Force Forum will feature an international exhibition to highlight the latest equipment and solutions available to support the regions forces. Interactive, multi-disciplinary discussions and product demonstrations will further highlight this event as the premier strategic gathering of Air Forces, Aviation Authorities, Land and Naval Forces and key solution providers in Africa.
We sincerely look forward to the honor of welcoming you to this significant event.
Invitation Videos
VIP SPEAKERS

GENERAL JAMES B. HECKER
U.S. Air Forces Africa

COLONEL HERMANN WILLIAM AVOCANH
Benin

MAJOR GENERAL HENDRIC
THUTHU RAKGANTSWANA
Botswana

COLONEL VINCENT DE PAUL OUÉDRAOGO
Burkina Faso

BRIGADIER GENERAL JEAN-CALVIN MOMHA
Cameroon

BRIGADIER GENERAL IDRISS
AMINE AHMED
Chad

AIR DIVISION GENERAL N’GUESSAN KOFFI ALFRED
Côte d’Ivoire

MAJOR GENERAL JOHN OMENDA
Kenya

BRIGADIER GENERAL ALOU
BOÏ DIARRA
Mali

AIR CHIEF MARSHAL MOHAMED OULD HREITANI
Mauritania

LIEUTENANT GENERAL WISEMAN S MBAMBO
South Africa

LIEUTENANT GENERAL
ESSAM ELDIN SAEID
KOKO ABDALRRAHMAN
Sudan

LIEUTENANT GENERAL COLIN BARRY
Zambia

AIR MARSHAL ELSON
MOYO
Zimbabwe

LIEUTENANT GENERAL FRÉDÉRIC PARISOT
France

BRIGADIER MAJOR VINCENT DANG
GUEST SPEAKERS

ISMAEL RHISSA
ZAKARY

DR. KONSTANTINOS
GRIVAS
Hellenic Military Academy

PROFESSOR KULA
ISHMAEL THELETSANE
Stellenbosch University
Organizing Committee

Colonel Armand Kouedou

Captain Cheikh Oumar Mballo

Captain Papa Ibrahima Thiaw

Captain Mbaye Thioub

Captain Ousseynou Ndione
Advisory Board

Colonel Papa Aliou Cisse

Colonel Alimbaye Guillaume Apollinaire Manga

Lieutenant Colonel Babacar Thiam

Major Aristide Dieng
Key Forum Elements

2-day International Conference
A high-level international forum that addresses all pressing challenges in the sector through keynote speeches, technical presentations, panel discussions and more

2-day International Exhibition
Showcasing the latest materials, equipment and most advanced systems and technologies in the sector

Product Demos
Live interactive demonstrations in the exhibition area showcasing the latest systems and technologies related to the aerospace and defence sector

Media & Live Broadcast Area
To coordinate media interviews between international, regional and local channels, VIPs, speakers, sponsors and attendees at the event

VIP Pre-event Dinner
High-level pre-event meeting dedicated for Air Force and Aviation leadership and their delegations to discuss strategic plans
Key topics to be discussed
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Air operations for counterterrorism and counterinsurgency
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Intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance capabilities
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Maintenance, repair, and overhaul for regional Air Forces
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Training and retention of personnel
EVENT IN NUMBERS

10+
Chiefs of Airforce

20+
High- Level Speakers

30+
International Air Forces

300+
Attendees

30+
Sponsors and Exhibitors

40+
Media Partners

40+
Countries Represented
Attendee Profile
Air Forces
Aviation Authorities
Law Enforcement
Ministries of Defense
Ministries of Interior
Defence & Security Contractors
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PARTNERS
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Strategic Partner
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Sponsorship
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MAIN SPEAKERS

Dr. Mahmoud Mohieldin

H.E. Nevin Al-Kabbaj

H.E. Mahmud Sharawy

H.E. Yasmine Fouad
Arab Republic of Egypt
Why Exhibit
Africa Air Force Forum will attract a regional air force leadership alongside key representatives from governments and air forces. Strong representation across African countries makes Africa Air Force Forum the prime platform to position your company to be one of the top leaders in providing defence technologies and solutions. For more information about the exhibition and to reserve your space at the Africa Air Force Forum email partnerships@gmevents.ae
Top reasons to attend
IDENTIFY the key requirements of Africa’s Air Forces to support evolving operations
DEVELOP PLANS to upskill and retain the future generation of Air Force personnel
ENHANCE the full value chain of Africa’s defence and security aviation sector, to develop key solutions to transnational threats.
DISPLAY COMMITMENT to the coordination and growth of regional aerospace and defence capabilities
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CONFERENCE PROGRAM
TIME | CONFERENCE PROGRAM DAY 1 |
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9.00 |
OFFICIAL OPENING CEREMONY
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10.00 | OPENING KEYNOTE SPEECH | ROLE OF AIR FORCE IN BRIDGING REGIONAL STABILITY AND PEACE |
10.20 |
OPENING PANEL DISCUSSION | LEADERSHIP AND COOPERATION IN ACTION: LEVERAGING ALLIES AND PARTNERS TO SUSTAIN FOUNDATIONAL READINESS
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11.00 |
THE GROWING PRESENCE OF INTERNATIONAL AIR FORCE IN AFRICA – A ROLE BEYOND COUNTERTERRORISM AND COUNTERINSURGENCY
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11.20 | NETWORKING BREAK |
11.40 |
PANEL DISCUSSION | THE AIR FORCE MODERNIZATION IMPERATIVE – SETTING CLEAR PRIORITIES AND A FOCUSED STRATEGY
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12.20 | INDUSTRY INSIGHTS This session will highlight the latest technologies in air force security. The session consists of two, 15-minute presentations from experts in the industry who will provide insights and case studies on the successful application of innovative solutions. |
12.50 |
PANEL DISCUSSION | THE AFRICAN AIR FORCES AND CHALLENGES FACED IN THE FIGHT AGAINST TERRORISM – PROGRAMS AND INITATIVES TO SECURE THE CONTINENT
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13.30 |
USE OF UAVS AND DRONES FOR AIR FORCES – OPPORTUNITIES OR THREAT?
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13.50 |
PANEL DISCUSSION | BUILDING THE MODERN WARFARE BY MASTERING ISR COMMAND AND CONTROL: THE MULTIDOMAIN FORCE
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14.30 | CLOSING REMARKS AND END OF DAY 1 |
TIME | CONFERENCE PROGRAM DAY 2 |
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9:00 |
OPENING KEYNOTE SPEECH | IDENTIFYING THE CONFLICT LANDSCAPE TO DEFEND AGAINST ASYMMETRIC AND HYBRID THREATS
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9.20 |
OPENING PANEL DISCUSSION | FUTURE AIR FORCE AND THE EVER-INCREASING TECHNOLOGY PRIORITIES FOR BUILDING THE BEST CAPABILITIES
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10.00 | INDUSTRY INSIGHTS This session will highlight the latest technologies in air force security. The session consists of two, 15-minute presentations from experts in the industry who will provide insights and case studies on the successful application of innovative solutions. |
10.30 |
PRESENTATION | NATIONAL STRATEGY FOR UNIFIED ANTI-TERRORISM PROGRAM – DETER, DETECT AND MITIGATE CRIMINAL AND TERRORIST ACTIVITIES
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10.50 | FIRE SIDE CHAT | IDENTIFYING THE NEED FOR AND IMPORTANCE OF ACCELERATING INVESTMENTS IN INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGIES AND CAPABILITIES |
11.10 | NETWORKING BREAK |
11.40 |
PANEL DISCUSSION | STRENGTHENING THE C4ISR CAPABILITIES OF AIR FORCES IN AFRICA – IMPLEMENTATION, INTEGRATION AND INTEROPERABILITY
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12.20 | INDUSTRY INSIGHTS This session will highlight the latest technologies in air force security. The session consists of two, 15-minute presentations from experts in the industry who will provide insights and case studies on the successful application of innovative solutions. |
12.50 |
PANEL DISCUSSION | BRIDGING THE GAPS WITH NEW CAPABILITIES FOR AFRICA AIR FORCE FLEET MAINTENANCE, REPAIR AND OVERHAUL (MRO)
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13.30 |
PRESENTATION | AIR LEADERSHIP FOR AFRICA – CURRENT STAND AND THE FUTURE OUTLOOK
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13.50 | OFFICIAL SUMMARY AND RECOMMENDATIONS – AFRICA AIR FORCE FORUM 2022 |
14.00 | CLOSING CEREMONY |
14.15 | NETWORKING LUNCH AND END OF FORUM |
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SPONSORS & PARTNERS
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MEDIA PARTNERS
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITY
We have a diverse range of sponsorship opportunities available. A member of the sponsorship team will work with you to create a bespoke package to suit your business objectives. For more information email partnerships@gmevents.ae or call +971 4 568 7800
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