Africa
Development
Conference
A student conference jointly held at Harvard Kennedy School and Harvard Law School
Reclaiming
Africa's
Agency in a
New Global Order
The global order is shifting. What role will Africa play in shaping what comes next?
The continent holds critical minerals essential for decarbonization, rapidly growing markets, and demographic vitality that will define the century. As new alliances form and old systems are questioned, the choices being made today will shape outcomes for generations.
Across geopolitics, governance, industrialization, climate, and innovation, ADC 2026 brings together the people navigating these questions in real time.
Be a part of this conversation on April 17-18, 2026.
Featured Speakers
Five Tracks. One Objective.
Navigating multipolarity and shaping global norms.
Building institutions that deliver justice, credibility, and accountability.
Driving economic complexity through regional integration and domestic capital mobilization.
Powering industrialization while safeguarding local communities and decarbonization commitments.
Leveraging culture and innovation as instruments of influence beyond traditional power structures.
Bold Ideas. Rigorous Debate.
Two days of curated programming where ideas meet action and connections turn into impact.
Mainstage
- Keynote speeches
- Spotlight sessions
- Breakout panels
Community
- Art Exhibition
- Networking
- Cocktail Reception and Gala
Two Days.
Two Schools.
One Conversation.
