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SUMMARY:Kick-off Meeting of CIGRE West Africa Study Committees
DESCRIPTION:The kick-off meeting of the CIGRE WA Study Committees aims to present the objectives\, roles and responsibilities of the different study committees\, as well as the members who are part of them. The participants will also discuss the subjects that will be dealt with in each study committee\, as well as the working methods and collaboration between the members. \n \nThe main objective of this meeting is therefore to set up an effective working structure for the CIGRE WA Study Committees\, in order to facilitate the exchange of information\, analyzes and debates on specific subjects related to the power industry. \nThe participants in the kick-off meeting of the CIGRE AO Study Committees will have to accomplish\, among others\, the following tasks: \n\nPresent and discuss the objectives\, roles and responsibilities of CIGRE WA Study Committees.\nIdentify the subjects that will be dealt with in each study committee\, as well as the methods of work and collaboration between the members.\nDiscuss the challenges and opportunities for each study committee\, as well as strategies to overcome them.\nExchange information on recent developments in the electric power industry\, which may be relevant to the subjects dealt with by the study committees.\nEstablish a work schedule for each study committee\, defining the dates of meetings\, deadlines for the presentation of reports and other activities.\nIdentify the responsibilities of each member of the various study committees\, ensuring their active participation and their contribution to the achievement of the objectives of each committee.\nEstablish an action plan for the implementation of the results of the work of the study committees\, which may include the publication of technical reports\, recommendations and studies.\n\nThe meeting is chaired by the Chairman and Vice-Chairman of the WAPP Executive Board and the WAPP Secretary General.
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LOCATION:Dakar\, Senegal\, Senegal
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SUMMARY:CIGRE Study Committees Training & Meetings – CIGRE West Africa
DESCRIPTION:The West African National Committee of CIGRE\, in partnership with the West African Power Pool (WAPP) and SENELEC\, is proud to announce a regional technical summit of unprecedented scale. \nFrom 23 to 27 March 2026\, the Noom Hotel in Dakar (formerly Radisson Blu) will become the epicenter of energy expertise in West Africa. \n\nAn Institutional Synergy for Regional Power\n“The Specialized Institution of ECOWAS\, the West African Power Pool (WAPP)\, joining CIGRE in Dakar to optimize power systems.” \nThis collaboration marks a decisive step in the integration of regional electricity markets. By bringing together the strategic vision of ECOWAS and the technical excellence of CIGRE\, this event aims to strengthen the reliability and efficiency of interconnected networks across the continent. \n\nA Comprehensive Technical Programme\nThe five-day event is designed to address the most pressing challenges of modern power grids. Attendees will benefit from high-level workshops\, tutorials\, and working group meetings led by international experts. \nKey Topics Covered: \n\nOverhead Lines: Design and maintenance for resilient infrastructure.\nElectricity Markets: Strategies for a unified regional energy trade.\nPower System Development & Economics: Planning for future demand.\nTransmission & Distribution Equipment: Innovations in hardware and safety.\nDC Systems & Power Electronics: The future of high-voltage transmission.\nProtection & Automation: Enhancing grid intelligence and stability.\n\n\nEvent Logistics & Registration\nParticipation is free of charge\, reflecting a commitment to knowledge sharing within the African energy sector. However\, registration is strictly mandatory due to limited seating at the Noom Hotel. \n\nDates: 23 – 27 March 2026\nLocation: Noom Hotel\, Dakar\, Senegal\nDaily Start: 09:00 GMT\nOrganisers: CIGRE West Africa\, CIGRE\, WAPP\, and SENELEC.\n\n\nHow to Participate?\nBe part of the largest regional technical event in West Africa. \n\nRegister Now\n \nDownload the Full Programme\n \n\nFor more information\, visit the official websites:\n• www.cigre-wa.org\n• www.ecowapp.org
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LOCATION:Noom Hotel\, Dakar\, Senegal\, Dakar\, Senegal
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