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The Symposium
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Shaping Africa’s Future: Partners for a Secure Tomorrow
Rabat, Morocco
Silent Warrior 2026 (SW26) is the continent's premier strategic security symposium, designed to foster collaboration between African partner nations, U.S. allies, and the private sector. Co-hosted by U.S. Special Operations Command Africa (SOCAFRICA) and the Royal Moroccan Armed Forces (FAR), more than 44 African partner countries and 21 international partner countries are invited to participate in SW26.
SW26 will showcase innovative technologies, advance security collaborations, and build enduring partnerships to address Africa’s evolving security challenges. The Symposium will also facilitate a forum for senior military leaders to discuss shared concerns and identify collaborative solutions to the strategic, operational, and tactical issues in Africa.
Agenda
08 December
Monday
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0900: Opening Ceremony
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1015: Break - Group Photo & Media Presser
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1045: Plenary 1
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1215: Lunch
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1345: Plenary 2
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1515: Break
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1545: Breakout Groups for Plenary 2
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1900: Ice Breaker & Welcome Dinner
09 December
Tuesday
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0900: Opening Remarks
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0915: Plenary 3
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1045: Break
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1115: Breakout Groups for Plenary 3
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1215: Lunch
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1345: Plenary 4
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1515: Break
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1545: Breakout Groups for Plenary 4
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1900: FAR Hosted Dinner
10 December
Wednesday
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0900-1200: Travel to SOF Ben Guerir Air Base
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1230-1400: Lunch
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1400-1530: Base Tour
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1530-1900: Return Travel
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1930: Industry Hosted Social & Dinner
11 December
Thursday
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0900: FAR Cultural Day
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0600-1000: Tours
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1300: Closing Ceremony
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1330-1430: Gift Presentation
African Partners
44+
International Partners
21+
Plenaries
4
Industry Sponsors
1+
Sponsors
Interested in sponsoring Silent Warrior 2026? As a sponsor, you’ll have the chance to showcase your organization’s cutting-edge innovations, engage with industry leaders, and contribute to meaningful discussions that shape tomorrow’s solutions.
Take your place in the discussion—partner with us today.
Accommodations & Travel
SW26 will be held at the Four Seasons Hotel Rabat at Kasr Al Bahr, from December 7-11, 2026. More details to come.
For more information, contact: socafrica.silent.warrior.shdmbx@socom.mil
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