BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//KMT Discovery - ECPv6.18.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:KMT Discovery X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://kmtdiscovery.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for KMT Discovery REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Africa/Kigali BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CAT DTSTART:20250101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261019 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261024 DTSTAMP:20260916T071621Z CREATED:20260916T071621Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T071621Z UID:2167-1792368000-1792799999@kmtdiscovery.com SUMMARY:International Conference on Inclusive Insurance DESCRIPTION:The International Conference on Inclusive Insurance 2026 will take place from 19-23 October 2026 in Kigali\, Rwanda. Around 1000 experts from 50+ countries will discuss and identify ways of accelerating growth and economic viability in inclusive insurance for emerging markets. The conference will be hosted by the Ministry of Finance and Economic Planning (MINECOFIN)\, the National Bank of Rwanda (NBR)\, Access to Finance Rwanda (AFR)\, Rwanda Insurers Association (ASSAR)\, and Rwanda Insurance Brokers Association (RIBA) in cooperation with Munich Re Foundation and the Microinsurance Network. URL:https://kmtdiscovery.com/event/international-conference-on-inclusive-insurance/ LOCATION:Kigali Convention Center CATEGORIES:economy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kmtdiscovery.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/insurance_blockers.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261021 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261026 DTSTAMP:20261014T110143Z CREATED:20261014T110143Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261014T110143Z UID:2194-1792540800-1792972799@kmtdiscovery.com SUMMARY:Festival International Du film panafticain de cannes DESCRIPTION:Pan-African Film Festival of Cannes 2026: 23rd edition – From October 21 to 25 in Cannes \nFive days of cinema\, reflection and celebration of Pan-African cultures \nThe Pan-African Film Festival of Cannes (FIFP) returns for its 23rd edition\, from October 21 to 25\, 2026\, and is establishing itself more than ever as the unmissable event for African cinemas and the diaspora on the Croisette. \nFive days of screenings\, encounters and emotions where cinema becomes a space for memory\, dialogue and the future. \nA committed and vibrant program \nThis year\, the FIFP is showcasing films from the African continent and diasporas around the world\, exploring universal themes: identity\, migration\, memory\, resistance\, love and transmission. \nAmong the works in official competition for the Dikalo Awards\, two Canadian films will open the ceremony\, as well as a third in non-competition: \nDead End (fiction short film) by Jeffrey Atsunon – This psychological horror film explores how invisible forces\, both internal and external\, reshape intimacy\, identity\, and perception.\nTo God (A dios) (short fiction film) by Christine Rodriguez – A former jazz diva\, forgotten by time\, spends the last years of her life in a retirement home in Montreal\, where a caregiver is her only friend.\nFACE TO FACE (Enemy to Go) (feature film) by Jephté Bastien (President of the Fiction Jury) – Set in contemporary Montreal\, Face to Face follows Will\, a talented young hockey player on the cusp of stardom\, whose future is threatened by systemic racism and police brutality. Face to Face is a powerful portrait of resistance\, love\, and survival in a world where simply existing in a Black body can be considered a crime.\nThe ceremony will therefore celebrate Canadian cinema and the richness of its African diaspora. \nA festival\, a cultural movement \nCreated in Cannes more than twenty years ago\, the Pan-African Film Festival is much more than a cinematic event: \nIt has become a space for expression\, visibility and promotion of African and Afro-descendant filmmakers\, as well as a bridge between cultures. \n“The FIFP is a platform for freedom\, hope and art. \nThis is where pan-African voices come into the spotlight.” \n— Eitel Basile NGANGUE EBELLE – President/Founder \nThe festival continues its mission: to promote exchanges between the North and the South\, to reconcile memories\, and to celebrate contemporary African stories. \nOn the agenda: \n Official Competition – Dikalo Awards\n Special screenings & previews\n Professional meetings & thematic debates\n Pan-African Fair: Market and fair dedicated to art and culture\n Film screenings with live music\, exhibitions and a closing gala evening \nA meeting place in Cannes \nAll screenings and events take place at Espace Miramar\, in the heart of Cannes. \nThe FIFP brings together each year directors\, actors\, journalists\, institutions\, students\, and passionate spectators from more than 40 countries. \n🎟️Ticketing and information \nTickets are available on the festival’s official website: \n👉www.fifp.fr \nThe full program is available online. \nFollow all the latest news on: \n📱Instagram / Facebook / TIKTOK: @festivalpanafricain \n🔖Official hashtag: #FIFP2026 \n🗣️Press contacts \nPress Office – Pan-African Film Festival of Cannes \n📧communication@fifp.fr \n📞+33 (0)610046944 \n🌍www.fifp.fr \n📌About the FIFP \nCreated in 2003\, the Pan-African Film Festival of Cannes promotes African cinemas and world cultures. For more than twenty years\, it has championed diversity\, intercultural dialogue\, and the recognition of a rich\, multifaceted\, and vibrant cinematic heritage. \nHis trophy\, the Dikalo Award (which means “Message” in the Bassa language of Cameroon)\, rewards works carrying a message of peace\, humanity and hope. URL:https://kmtdiscovery.com/event/festival-international-du-film-panafticain-de-cannes/ LOCATION:EEMA STUDIO\, 55 rue Legendre – Paris 17\, France CATEGORIES:education,society and community,tourism ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kmtdiscovery.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/affiche-fifp2026-A3-_page-0001.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="fifp":MAILTO:contact@fifp.fr END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261026 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261031 DTSTAMP:20260916T072142Z CREATED:20260916T072142Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T072142Z UID:2170-1792972800-1793404799@kmtdiscovery.com SUMMARY:Hospitality Practitioners Conference Africa DESCRIPTION:The Hospitality Practitioners Conference 2026 is a premier multi-day event hosted by Eagle’s Pride Hospitality\, bringing together hotel owners\, general managers\, tourism executives\, hospitality educators\, and industry innovators from across Africa and beyond. Dates: 2026-10-26 to 2026-10-30 URL:https://kmtdiscovery.com/event/hospitality-practitioners-conference-africa/ LOCATION:Grand Legacy Hotel\, 24Q7+6J\, KN 3 Rd\, Kigali\, Kigali City\, Rwanda CATEGORIES:economy,tourism ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kmtdiscovery.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/hospitality_forum.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261027 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261030 DTSTAMP:20260916T072623Z CREATED:20260916T072623Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T072623Z UID:2175-1793059200-1793318399@kmtdiscovery.com SUMMARY:The Global Off-Grid Solar Forum & Expo/GOGLA 2026 DESCRIPTION:With momentum building around Mission 300 and rapid innovation across the sector\, we have an opportunity to move from energy access to economic transformation at scale. Convened by GOGLA\, the global off-grid solar association\, and the World Bank’s Energy Sector Management Assistance Program (ESMAP)\, the Forum brings together the partners shaping this transition. URL:https://kmtdiscovery.com/event/the-global-off-grid-solar-forum-expo-gogla-2026/ LOCATION:Kigali Convention Center CATEGORIES:infrastructure ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kmtdiscovery.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/offgrid_solar.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261029 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261031 DTSTAMP:20260916T073232Z CREATED:20260916T073232Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T073232Z UID:2179-1793232000-1793404799@kmtdiscovery.com SUMMARY:Africa Legal Forum 2026 DESCRIPTION:Lead institution: BAR Association. Expected delegates: 300. Runs 2026-10-29 to 2026-10-30. URL:https://kmtdiscovery.com/event/africa-legal-forum-2026/ LOCATION:Kigali Serena Hotel\, KN 3 Ave\, Kigali\, Kigali\, Rwanda CATEGORIES:laws and justice ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kmtdiscovery.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/africa_legal_forum.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR