About the Event
The Africa-Europe Innovation Platform invites you to our upcoming webinar taking place on Thursday 7 May 2026, from 14:30 to 17:00 CEST. Designed as an open entry point to the Africa–Europe innovation community, the webinar will introduce participants to the objectives of the AEIP, its role in supporting partnerships across the two continents, and give an update on the growing range of activities available through the digital space for those interested in cross-regional cooperation. Whether you are already engaged in Africa–Europe initiatives or are discovering the AEIP for the first time, the webinar will offer a practical overview of how individuals and organisations can connect, collaborate, and contribute to a shared innovation ecosystem. This webinar is open to all the stakeholders of the AEIP, including: policy makers, academia, start-ups, SMEs & corporates, Business Support Organisations, investors and funders, and civil society. Find out more about this event and by using the button above.
Why it Matters for WAITRO
Strengthening cross-regional collaboration and fostering innovation partnerships is at the heart of WAITRO’s mission. This webinar offers a valuable opportunity to engage with the Africa–Europe innovation ecosystem and explore new avenues for cooperation.
As an open entry point for our members from Sub-Saharan Africa, the session will provide insights into its objectives, showcase how it supports partnerships across Eruope and Africa, and present the growing range of activities available through its digital platform. Participants will gain a practical overview of how to connect, collaborate, and contribute to joint innovation efforts — whether already involved in Africa–Europe initiatives or exploring them for the first time.
