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 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

Enio Verri
Brazilian General Director of Itaipu Binacional

João Bosco Monte
President of the Brazil Africa Institute

José Graziano da Silva
Former-Director General of FAO

Leila Zorzetto
Executive-Director of DISAM Group

Luiz Lessa
President of Banco da Amazônia

Mara Luquet
Journalist, Founder and CEO of MyNews channel

Nana Baffour
CEO and Chairman of Qintess

Paulo Gomes
Chairman of the Advisory Board of the Africa-South East Asia Chamber of Commerce

Philippe Rubini
Chief Investment Officer of Fictor Group

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
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
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.