Kick-off Meeting of CIGRE West Africa Study Committees
2023-06-14 08:00 - 2023-06-16 17:00 UTC | Dakar, Senegal, Senegal
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.

The 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.
The participants in the kick-off meeting of the CIGRE AO Study Committees will have to accomplish, among others, the following tasks:

Present and discuss the objectives, roles and responsibilities of CIGRE WA Study Committees.
Identify the subjects that will be dealt with in each study committee, as well as the methods of work and collaboration between the members.
Discuss the challenges and opportunities for each study committee, as well as strategies to overcome them.
Exchange information on recent developments in the electric power industry, which may be relevant to the subjects dealt with by the study committees.
Establish a work schedule for each study committee, defining the dates of meetings, deadlines for the presentation of reports and other activities.
Identify 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.
Establish 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.

The meeting is chaired by the Chairman and Vice-Chairman of the WAPP Executive Board and the WAPP Secretary General.

CIGRE Study Committees Training & Meetings – CIGRE West Africa
2026-03-23 09:00 - 2026-03-27 17:00 | Noom Hotel, Dakar, Senegal, Dakar, Senegal
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.
From 23 to 27 March 2026, the Noom Hotel in Dakar (formerly Radisson Blu) will become the epicenter of energy expertise in West Africa.

An Institutional Synergy for Regional Power
“The Specialized Institution of ECOWAS, the West African Power Pool (WAPP), joining CIGRE in Dakar to optimize power systems.”
This 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.

A Comprehensive Technical Programme
The 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.
Key Topics Covered:

Overhead Lines: Design and maintenance for resilient infrastructure.
Electricity Markets: Strategies for a unified regional energy trade.
Power System Development & Economics: Planning for future demand.
Transmission & Distribution Equipment: Innovations in hardware and safety.
DC Systems & Power Electronics: The future of high-voltage transmission.
Protection & Automation: Enhancing grid intelligence and stability.

Event Logistics & Registration
Participation 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.

Dates: 23 – 27 March 2026
Location: Noom Hotel, Dakar, Senegal
Daily Start: 09:00 GMT
Organisers: CIGRE West Africa, CIGRE, WAPP, and SENELEC.

How to Participate?
Be part of the largest regional technical event in West Africa.

Register Now

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For more information, visit the official websites:
• www.cigre-wa.org
• www.ecowapp.org

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2026-04-09 08:00 - 17:00
