Africa Sustainability Forum 2026 Gains Momentum as NCC, NDPC, FBRA and MTN Nigeria Join Stakeholder Line-Up

The Africa Sustainability Forum 2026 continues to gather momentum as the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC), Food and Beverage Recycling Alliance (FBRA), and MTN Nigeria have confirmed their participation in the high-level sustainability gathering scheduled for October 20, 2026, at Oriental Hotel, Lagos.

Their participation further strengthens an expanding coalition of regulators, corporate organisations, sustainability advocates, development institutions and policymakers committed to advancing practical solutions for sustainable development across Africa.

The Forum, themed “Sustainable Futures: Driving Just Transitions, Green Growth & Shared Prosperity,” will provide a strategic platform for stakeholders to examine the policies, investments, innovations and partnerships required to accelerate Africa's transition towards more sustainable, inclusive and resilient economies.              

The inclusion of the NCC brings important perspectives on sustainable digital infrastructure, connectivity and the role of technology in enabling economic growth. The NDPC contributes critical expertise on data governance, privacy and trust, increasingly recognised as foundational pillars of a sustainable digital economy.

FBRA's participation reinforces the Forum's focus on circular economy principles, resource efficiency and responsible waste management. Through its industry-led initiatives, the Alliance continues to play a significant role in advancing recycling, post-consumer packaging recovery and Extended Producer Responsibility implementation in Nigeria.

MTN Nigeria's presence adds valuable insights from one of Africa's leading telecommunications companies. The organisation's sustainability agenda spans environmental stewardship, social impact, governance excellence and inclusive economic growth, underpinned by its commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2040.

Speaking on the growing stakeholder interest in the Forum, Elvis Eromosele, Lead Coordinator, Africa Sustainability Forum, said the participation of leading regulators, industry bodies and private-sector organisations demonstrates increasing recognition that sustainability challenges require collaborative solutions.

“Sustainability is not a conversation that belongs to one sector alone. The economic, environmental, technological and social challenges facing Africa are interconnected, which means our responses must also be interconnected. The growing participation we are seeing reflects a shared understanding that meaningful progress will require collaboration, innovation and practical action. We are delighted to welcome NCC, NDPC, FBRA, MTN Nigeria and other stakeholders to what promises to be a highly impactful conversation.”

Africa Sustainability Forum 2026 will explore key issues shaping the continent's future, including just transitions, climate action, green growth, responsible business, circular economy, sustainable finance, digital transformation, environmental stewardship and inclusive prosperity.

Beyond dialogue, the Forum aims to foster partnerships, encourage knowledge exchange and identify practical pathways for scaling sustainable solutions across industries and communities.

Organisers have extended an open invitation to business leaders, sustainability professionals, policymakers, regulators, development partners, investors, academics, civil society organisations and sustainability enthusiasts to participate in the Forum and contribute to shaping Africa's sustainable future.

As momentum continues to build, Africa Sustainability Forum 2026 is positioning itself as one of the continent's important platforms for advancing actionable sustainability conversations and fostering cross-sector collaboration for long-term impact.

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC), Food and Beverage Recycling Alliance (FBRA) and MTN Nigeria have confirmed participation in the Africa Sustainability Forum 2026, reinforcing a growing coalition of regulators, businesses and sustainability leaders committed to advancing green growth, digital transformation, circular economy and shared prosperity across Africa.