18-Nov

Evening before

Sundowner (informal networking)

Build trust and foster early connections

19-Nov

Morning (Day 1)

Opening, keynote, market insights

Establish a shared understanding of the green hydrogen landscape in both countries

Midday (Day 1)

Thematic matchmaking sessions (small groups)

Identify synergies and collaboration opportunities in R&D (e.g., PEM, storage, safety)

Afternoon (Day 1)

Project pitching & roadmap workshop

Align on joint project opportunities and research priorities

Closing (Day 1)

Wrap-up & evaluation

Define next steps for cooperation and roadmap contributions

Evening (Day 1)

Joint dinner

Deepen networking ties in an informal setting

20-Nov

Morning (Day 2)

SADC-focused cooperation forum (funding, technology, capacity building)

Build regional research partnerships and support the green hydrogen export ramp-up