16/09/2026
The ACSC 2026 Supply Chain Conference was a resounding success.
Supply chain enthusiasts gathered for critical conversations on the future of Africaโs supply chain as we discussed the theme โfrom fragility to foresight: Securing Africa's supply chains amid geopolitical shifts.โ
Prof. Frank Ojadi in his Keynote Address challenged supply chain leaders to move from reacting to disruptions to anticipating risks and acting early.
That is resilience. From Fragility to Foresight.
The panel sessions were explosive as the panelists explored:
๐น Geopolitical Realignments and Africaโs Trade Architecture โ examining shifting global power dynamics, trade agreements, and supply chain corridors.
๐น Building Resilient and Inclusive Supply Chain Systems โ exploring adaptive capacity, equity, sustainability, and resilience.
๐น Digital Transformation and the Future-Ready African Supply Chain โ highlighting technology, data, AI, and innovation as tools for anticipating disruption.
Through supplier diversification, regional production, strategic inventory, AI-driven visibility, scenario planning, and stronger procurement risk management, resilience can become a catalyst for African industrialisation and stronger intra-African trade.
Thank you to our Keynote Speaker, panelists,moderators, sponsors, ACSC fellows and members, and everyone who attended and contributed to making the event a success