The Colloquium of African Geology (CAG), a prestigious biennial gathering of earth scientists organized by the Geological Society of Africa, will celebrate its 60th anniversary in 2025. This highly anticipated 30th edition, dubbed CAG30, will be hosted in Kenya during the last week of September, marking a historic occasion for the field of African geology.

First held in Leeds, UK, the Colloquium has evolved into what many now call the “Olympics of African Geology,” a vital platform where leading earth scientists and emerging scholars converge to discuss the most pressing topics in African geology. The first colloquium was a watershed moment, as it set the stage for the revolutionary acceptance of the “Pan-African Orogeny,” a concept that reshaped our understanding of Africa’s geological history.

Kenya to Host the Landmark 30th Colloquium of African Geology in 2025

The Colloquium of African Geology (CAG), a prestigious biennial gathering of earth scientists organized by the Geological Society of Africa, will celebrate its 60th anniversary in 2025. This highly anticipated 30th edition, dubbed CAG30, will be hosted in Kenya during the last week of September, marking a historic occasion for the field of African geology.

First held in Leeds, UK, the Colloquium has evolved into what many now call the “Olympics of African Geology,” a vital platform where leading earth scientists and emerging scholars converge to discuss the most pressing topics in African geology. The first colloquium was a watershed moment, as it set the stage for the revolutionary acceptance of the “Pan-African Orogeny,” a concept that reshaped our understanding of Africa’s geological history.

CAG30, themed “Unveiling Africa’s Geological Resources: Forging a Path for Sustainable Development,” promises to be a dynamic event. Attendees will include senior and early-career scientists from academia, government agencies, mineral exploration firms, and civil society organizations, with expected participation from political leaders and the media. Beyond presenting groundbreaking research, the colloquium fosters opportunities to initiate and advance collaborative projects that integrate the interests of academia, industry, and society, with a shared commitment to sustainable development.

For registration and much more information , see https://cag30nbi.org/