11th African Rift Geothermal Conference
ARGeo-C11 Unlocking Africa's geothermal potential: a path to sustainable development
19 – 24 October 2026 | People's Palace, Moroni — Comoros
Countdown to ARGeo-C11
Unlocking Africa's geothermal potential
The African Rift Geothermal Conference is the premier geothermal event in Africa. Held every two years, it brings together leaders and stakeholders in the geothermal sector across the continent.
It provides a vital platform for industry experts, academia, governments, financial institutions, NGOs and local communities to exchange ideas and collaborate on innovative solutions for sustainable geothermal development.
Organised by the Government of the Union of the Comoros through the Ministry of Energy, Water and Hydrocarbons and the Comoros Geological Survey (BGC), in collaboration with AGA, AUC and GGA.
Event highlights
Contribute to green energy transition and climate resilience in Africa.
Technical sessions & policy dialogues
Exchange with experts and decision-makers shaping the future of geothermal energy in Africa.
Exhibitions & field excursions
Discover geothermal projects, technologies and innovations across the continent.
Networking & partnerships
Connect with professionals, developers, funders, researchers, investors and policy makers.
Professional network
Build partnerships with global sector players and explore investment opportunities.
Karthala Volcano excursion
Post-conference excursion to the active Karthala volcano on Grande Comore Island.
Conference programme
- Morning Short courses
- Afternoon Short courses
- Evening —
- Morning Short courses
- Afternoon Short courses
- Evening —
- Morning Opening ceremony & speeches
- Afternoon Technical sessions & panels
- Evening AGA annual general meeting
- Morning Plenary session & technical sessions
- Afternoon Technical sessions & side events
- Evening Networking event
- Morning Technical sessions
- Afternoon Closing ceremony
- Evening Gala dinner
- Morning Excursion – Karthala Volcano
- Afternoon Excursion – Karthala Volcano
- Evening —
Good to know
Important deadlines
Want to be part of geothermal innovation? Submit your paper and present your work!
Share your geothermal expertise
Submit your abstract before the deadline and present your work to key sector stakeholders in Africa.
Templates and standards available for download
People's Palace, Moroni
Union of the Comoros
The Comoros archipelago, located in the Mozambique Channel, is a volcanic paradise and natural cradle of geothermal energy. ARGeo-C11 is held at the prestigious People's Palace in Moroni, the Union's capital, at the foot of the majestic Karthala volcano — one of the most active volcanoes in the world.
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Partners & Sponsors
Organised in collaboration with the main international organisations active in geothermal development in Africa.
African Geothermal Association (AGA)
OrganiserCommission de l'Union Africaine (AUC)
Co-organiserGlobal Geothermal Alliance (GGA)
Partner
Gouvernement des Comores
HostUNEP
PartnerFrequently asked questions
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