1200, Dom Luís Avenue, 404, Shopping Pátio Dom Luís – Meireles. 60160-230 Fortaleza, Ceara, Brazil
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Global Partnerships for Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security
WE ARE INCREASINGLY CONNECTED
The Brazil Africa Forum 2025 returns for its 13th edition, shining a spotlight on sustainable agriculture and food security—fundamental pillars for global prosperity. More than a conference, it is a dynamic hub where leaders from government, business, academia, and civil society connect to exchange ideas and drive meaningful change. As a key platform for Brazil-Africa cooperation, the event fosters dialogue and promotes initiatives that strengthen resilience and sustainability. By bringing together global efforts, it paves the way for innovative solutions to shared challenges.
SPEAKERS
Carlos Lopes
Honorary Professor at Nelson Mandela School of Public Governance, Faculty of Commerce, University of Cape Town
Carlos Lopes
Honorary Professor at Nelson Mandela School of Public Governance, Faculty of Commerce, University of Cape Town
Carlos Sérgio Sobral Duarte
Secretary for Africa and the Middle East of the Ministry of External Relations of Brazil
Carlos Sérgio Sobral Duarte
Secretary for Africa and the Middle East of the Ministry of External Relations of Brazil
Celso Amorim
Chief Advisor of the Presidency of Brazil
Celso Amorim
Chief Advisor of the Presidency of Brazil
Enio Verri
Brazilian General Director of Itaipu Binacional
Enio Verri
Brazilian General Director of Itaipu Binacional
João Bosco Monte
President of the Brazil Africa Institute
João Bosco Monte
President of the Brazil Africa Institute
José Graziano da Silva
Former-Director General of FAO
José Graziano da Silva
Former-Director General of FAO
Leila Zorzetto
Executive-Director of DISAM Group
Leila Zorzetto
Executive-Director of DISAM Group
Luiz Lessa
President of Banco da Amazônia
Luiz Lessa
President of Banco da Amazônia
Mara Luquet
Journalist, Founder and CEO of MyNews channel
Mara Luquet
Journalist, Founder and CEO of MyNews channel
Nana Baffour
CEO and Chairman of Qintess
Nana Baffour
CEO and Chairman of Qintess
Paulo Gomes
Chairman of the Advisory Board of the Africa-South East Asia Chamber of Commerce
Paulo Gomes
Chairman of the Advisory Board of the Africa-South East Asia Chamber of Commerce
Philippe Rubini
Chief Investment Officer of Fictor Group
Philippe Rubini
Chief Investment Officer of Fictor Group
Reem bint Ebrahim Al Hashimy
UAE Minister of State for International Cooperation
Reem bint Ebrahim Al Hashimy
UAE Minister of State for International Cooperation
Roberto Rodrigues
Former Minister of Agriculture of Brazil and Coordinator of the Center for Agribusiness Studies at FGV EESP
Roberto Rodrigues
Former Minister of Agriculture of Brazil and Coordinator of the Center for Agribusiness Studies at FGV EESP
FOCUS SECTORS
Climate‑smart agriculture
Agroecology and biodiversity
Technological innovations
Food systems
Nutrition security
Youth and women empowerment
Water management
Investment and financing
Renewable energy
Logistics and infrastructure
Trade
Health
Capacity building
Family farming
Policy and governance
Research and development
FORMAT
Plenary sessions
Side events
Network
Exhibition space
Interviews
Project launches
SPONSORSHIP
MEDIA PARTNERS
Venue
Renaissance Hotel
Located in São Paulo’s Jardins district, the Renaissance Hotel offers easy access to Avenida Paulista and the city’s cultural attractions.
