Global Off-Grid Solar Forum & Expo

The world’s leading platform where companies, governments, investors, and development partners align around the data, policies, and strategies needed to scale distributed energy access.

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The Global Off-Grid Solar Forum & Expo returns to Rwanda 27-29 October 2026 at the Kigali Convention Centre.

Save the date: GOGSFE 2026

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Mark your calendars! The Global Off-Grid Solar Forum and Expo will return to Rwanda, from 27–29 October 2026 at the Kigali Convention Centre.

About the Global Off-Grid Solar Forum & Expo

Jointly organized by GOGLA and the World Bank’s Energy Sector Management Assistance Program (ESMAP), the Global Off-Grid Solar Forum & Expo is the global meeting place for off-grid solar, mini-grid, productive-use, clean cooking, and e-mobility leaders to connect, collaborate, and shape the next era of energy access. This high-profile, multi-day international event has drawn thousands of participants from around the world over multiple editions.

Through a trusted, neutral space for collaboration, partnership-building, and practical exchange.

Aligning industry, governments, and funders around the issues that matter most for off-grid markets.

Spotlighting the latest sector data and insights to support investment, regulation, and program planning.

Nearly 7,000 participants have attended since 2008

GOGLA Member Perks

All GOGLA members receive 1 free ticket to GOGSFE and first call for exhibition booths, discounts, and opportunities. Register for GOGLA membership today.

The GOGLA Pitch Book

Launched in 2024, the GOGLA Pitchbook profiled more than 70 off-grid solar and energy solutions companies. This valuable digital resource will be updated and shared with investors again at the 2026 Forum in Kigali. All GOGLA members are invited to submit a profile. Is your company featured?

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21–24 January 2018

Hong Kong

Attendees

~ 700

26-29 October 2015

Dubai, UAE

Attendees

~ 500

13–15 November 2012

Dakar, Senegal

Attendees

~ 400

18–20 May 2010

Nairobi, Kenya

Attendees

~ 600

5–8 May 2008

Accra, Ghana

Attendees

~ 500

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