The APPCC2030 Roadmap
Africa's public policy community is building toward 2030 — together.
Why 2030
Africa is home to one of the world's fastest-growing populations, a dynamic entrepreneurial ecosystem, abundant natural resources, and immense human capital. Realising this potential depends on the quality of public policy, the effectiveness of governance institutions, and the strength of partnerships that drive implementation.
No single institution, government, or sector can address these challenges alone. APPCC provides a trusted continental platform where leaders, researchers, development partners, and civil society can collaborate, share knowledge, and co-create practical solutions. The year 2030 marks the destination: Africa's grand continental convention — the culmination of a sustained journey of collaboration, innovation, and policy reform.
The key challenges driving this journey:
- Strengthening public institutions and governance
- Creating sustainable employment, particularly for Africa's growing youth
- Accelerating digital transformation and responsible use of emerging technologies
- Addressing climate change, environmental sustainability, and resilience
- Improving public service delivery and citizen trust
- Translating research and innovation into effective public policy
- Advancing regional integration and cross-border cooperation
The Journey
ICPPI 2026
December · Nairobi, Kenya
The first chapter. The ICPPI 2026 Conference launches the APPCC journey — convening Africa's policy community around the theme Transforming Governance through Innovation, Evidence, and Inclusive Policy Practice. The Nairobi Declaration is adopted and the continental agenda toward 2030 is set.
Conference 2026 (ICPPI) →ICPPI 2027
Lagos, Nigeria
Building on the 2026 Declaration — deepening strategic partnerships, advancing continental policy commitments, and expanding the APPCC community across Africa.
ICPPI 2028
Johannesburg, South Africa
Accelerating policy reforms and institutional collaboration — translating dialogue into measurable governance outcomes across African regions.
ICPPI 2029
TBD
The final preparatory gathering — taking stock of four years of progress, consolidating partnerships, and setting the agenda for the grand convention in 2030.
APPCC 2030
Nairobi, Kenya — The Destination
The landmark five-day convention bringing together Africa's complete public policy ecosystem. Five years of dialogue, partnerships, and policy work converge into a defining continental moment.
What APPCC 2030 Will Deliver
The Nairobi Declaration
A landmark declaration capturing the shared commitments, priorities, and recommendations of the Convention — serving as a continental reference point for evidence-informed policymaking and collaborative governance.
Continental Policy Recommendations
Sector-specific recommendations developed through high-level dialogues, technical sessions, and expert consultations — shared with governments, regional organisations, and development partners.
Strategic Partnerships & Collaborative Initiatives
New partnerships among governments, universities, development partners, professional bodies, private sector organisations, and civil society — extending beyond the Convention to support research and institutional strengthening.
Knowledge Products
Conference proceedings, policy briefs, executive summaries, research papers, case studies, technical reports, best practice compendiums, and learning briefs — ensuring insights continue to inform policy and practice.
Leadership Development
Strengthened leadership capacity of policymakers, public servants, researchers, and emerging professionals through executive dialogues, mentorship, masterclasses, and year-round leadership programmes.
Policy Innovation & Digital Transformation
Practical innovations that improve governance, enhance public service delivery, and support data-driven decision-making — showcased and adapted across government contexts.
A Stronger Continental Network
Professional relationships, institutional cooperation, and cross-border collaboration — connecting Africa's policy community into an expanding network committed to sharing knowledge and advancing excellence.
A Sustainable Continental Platform
A permanent, trusted platform for dialogue, collaboration, and professional development that continues through policy forums, leadership programmes, research collaborations, and digital engagement throughout the year.
The APPCC Impact Pathway
Every activity, dialogue, and partnership in the APPCC ecosystem is designed to move through a clear impact pathway — from convening Africa's policy community to transforming lives across the continent.
The Journey Begins Now
The Road Starts with ICPPI 2026
Join us in Nairobi this December for the inaugural annual conference — the first step on the road to APPCC 2030.
