The Safari Park Hotel, Nairobi. June 24th -26th, 2008.

16th Congress & Exhibitionof the UPDEA

16TH CONGRESS OF THE UPDEAUPDEA, Union of Producers, Transporters and Distributors of Electrical Power in Africa, will hold its 16th Congress in Nairobi, Kenya on 24-26 June 2008.

UPDEA CONGRESS

The UPDEA congress has distinguished itself as a prime meeting place for all Africa power utilities. It has been held in various African cities over the last 38 years. The 16th UPDEA congress will take place in Nairobi, the capital city of Kenya, on 24 – 26 June, 2008. The theme of this year’s congress is Good governance of national power sectors as a key factor for realization of access to electricity for all the peoples of Africa.

About UPDEAUPDEA is a permanent member of the Executive Council of the AFREC (African Energy Commission) and a privileged partner of the NEPAD (new Partnership for Africa’s Development) and the African Union Commission. The association has 52 Active Member countries and 11 affiliate member firms from around the globe.

The 16th Congress topic is in line with the new vision of UPDEA – to be a primary catalyst in the realization of access to electricity for all the peoples of Africa.

PARTICIPANTS – WHO IS EXPECTED TO ATTEND

The congress will bring together 300 to 400 members of the UPDEA including CEOs and senior officials of Africa power utilities. It will provide an ideal forum for the exchange of experiences between Africa Power Utilities, Development Partners, specialized institutions involved in the Africa power sector and Africa governments.

Other participants will be Exhibitors from various manufacturers of power industry equipment and consulting firms who will be showcasing their products.

ABOUT KENYA

The Republic of Kenya sits on the Equator within East Africa and forms part of the East Africa Community with Uganda, Tanzania and Rwanda. English is the official language while Kiswahili is the national language.

Nairobi – the capital city – is considered the arrival point for many visitors from all over the world. Its Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) is a recognized hub for many routes into and out of Africa.

The city is cosmopolitan and multicultural and boasts several attractions. It is the only city in the world with a wildlife park on its doorstep- the famous Nairobi National Park, and a golf club right in the heart of the city. Nairobi is home to several United Nations agencies and hosts the global headquarters of the United Nations Environmental Program (UNEP).

Nairobi has a range of hotel accommodation – from premium to budget facilities – with the capacity to host thousands of visitors at any given time.

ClimateSituated at a high altitude, Nairobi has a very pleasant climate throughout the year. The months of June and July are mild to cool with chilly evenings. Cloudy drizzly days are common at this time of the year and temperatures average 24º celsius.

VENUE

The venue for the 16th UPDEA congress will be The Safari Park Hotel; a five star facility located fifteen minutes from the city centre. The hotel has a world class conference centre with twenty conference rooms, global connectivity, business support services and first class health and recreation facilities. It also has capacity for holding 50 exhibition booths.

EXHIBITION & SPONSORSHIP DETAILS

The 16th edition of the UPDEA will bring together hundreds of professionals from the energy sector and related industries from all over Africa.

A limited number of exhibition booths and sponsorship opportunities are available for interested international and local partners in the industry. Space and opportunities will be allocated on first come basis.

A comprehensive Call for Exhibitors and Sponsors brochure including a Registration Form has been distributed and is available online as a PDF document on 2 websites – www.kengen.co.ke and www.updea-africa.org and on electronic mail by request.

PROGRAMME OUTLINE

AM PM

Monday, 23rd June 2008 Meeting with Executive Committee (elected members only)

General Assembly meeting (all members)

Day 1 –Tuesday, 24th June 2008

Opening CeremonyIntroductory speechesHandover to the new President of UPDEASpeech by H.E. President of the Republic of Kenya

Session 1Keynote address by H. E. Prof Alpha Omar Konare (former president of the African Union)

Session 2Good Governance and Benchmarking

Session 3Financing & Restructuring of the African power sectorWelcome Cocktail

Day 2 –Wednesday, 25th June 2008

Session 4Rural Electrification

Session 5Improving Access to Electricity in Africa

Session 6Standardisation and Quality of Supply

Session 7Exhibitors’ Forum

Day 3 –Thursday, 26th June 2008

Session 8Roundtable ConferenceTheme – Why African utilities must embrace efficiency and good governance; Which role for African governments?

Session 9 Activity Reports of Study Committees

Closing Ceremony

Gala Dinner

Day 4 –Friday, 27th June 2008

Technical VisitOlkaria Geothermal Station, Naivasha, Kenya

Technical VisitA Rural Electrification project

A detailed programme is available on 2 websites - www.kengen.co.ke and www.updea-africa.org

CONFERENCE DETAILS

Date and Venue The Congress will be held on 24 – 26 June 2008 at The Safari Park Hotel in Nairobi, Kenya

Opening Ceremony The opening ceremony will be held at 9.00am on Tuesday, 24 June, 2008.

Welcome Cocktail A welcome cocktail at The Safari Park Hotel will be offered to the Congress participants at the end of the first day of the congress on the evening of Tuesday, 24 June, 2008 at 6.00pm.

Social Events Exhibitors and Sponsors will be hosting various cocktails and dinners that will be open to all registered participants. The schedule will be communicated to participants.

Gala Dinner A Gala dinner will be held from 7.30pm on Thursday, 26 June, 2008.All congress participants will receive a dinner invitation card upon registration.

Closing CeremonyThis will take place on Thursday, 26 June, 2008 at 4.30pm.

Passport and VisaA valid passport and visa is necessary for entry to Kenya but participants from countries in the East Africa Community are exempt.Participants should apply for a short stay visa at the Kenyan Embassy or High Commission before departure.

Participants may also choose to apply for a visa at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi or at the country border points at a cost of US $ 100.

InsuranceCongress participants are adviced to contact their own insurance companies to cover all risks linked to their stay in Kenya. Neither the UPDEA nor the organizers will be responsible for injuries, loss of luggage and/or personal belongings, loss or damage of whatever nature incurred or caused by Congress participants or accompanying persons.

ACCOMMODATION DETAILS

Special discount rates have been arranged with the following hotels

CONGRESS REGISTRATION DETAILS & GENERAL INFORMATION

RegistrationApplications to attend the Congress may be done using the enclosed registration form. The form is also available online on 2 websites – www.kengen.co.ke and www.updea-africa.org

Registration at the Congress VenueAll the registration desks will be located at The Safari Park Hotel. Participants will receive Congress materials upon registration. They will also receive a name badge that will provide access to all the technical and social events of the congress. Registration will be done on Monday, 23 June, 2008 from 10.00 am

Registration to the CongressTo register for the 16th UPDEA Congress in Nairobi, Kenya please fill in the attached registration form and return it to the following addresses:

International Delegates 01 bp 1345 abidjan 01 – COTE D’IVOIRE Tel: +225 20 20 60 53 Fax: +225 20 33 12 10Email: secgen@updea-africa.org Website: www.updea-africa.org

Kenyan DelegatesMaggie OgutuKenGen PR & Communications Office. Phone: +254 20 3666711. Fax: +254 20 3741193.Email: updea@kengen.co.ke. Website: www.kengen.co.ke

Nairobi Serena Located in Nairobi’s city centreSingle: USD 300 Double: USD 360Hotel Intercontinental Located in Nairobi’s city centreSingle: USD 187 Double: USD 219The Safari Park Hotel Located outside Nairobi’s city centre, this is the venue of the congressSingle: USD 140 Double: USD 160Hilton Hotel Located in the city centreSingle: USD 150 Double: USD 175Nairobi Safari Club Located in the city centreSingle: USD 130 Double: USD 150Panafric Hotel Located on the edge of the central business district in Nairobi.Single: 100 Euros Double: 125 Euros

La Mada Hotel Located outside the city centre. en route to the venue of the congressSingle: USD 120 Double: USD TBAUtalii Hotel Located outside the city centre. en route to the venue of the congressSingle: USD 100 Double: USD 130Hotel Boulevard Located in the city centreSingle: USD 86 Double: USD 112Six Eighty Hotel Located in the city centreSingle: USD 60 Double: USD 80Comfort Inn Located in Nairobi’s city centreSingle: USD 44 Double: USD 68

Registration fees Amount

UPDEA Members 350 Euros

Non-members 400 Euros

Kenya Delegates UPDEA 200 Euros

Kenya Delegates Non-members 250 Euros

Accompanying persons 220 Euros

The registration fee provides:UPDEA Members, non-Members and Kenya Delegates:

An access badge to all Technical Sessions, Exhibition, Opening and Closing Ceremonies, All Luncheons and CocktailsA conference bag and all congress materialsAn invitation card to the Gala Dinner

Accompanying persons:An access badge to the Opening and Closing CeremoniesAn invitation card to the Gala Dinner

Payment of registration fees:The payment of fees is to be done in Euros or Kenya Shillings. Delegates will only receive confirmation of registration once the payment is registered.

Bank Transfer detailsSee enclosed form

NB: Delegates who have chosen to transfer their participation fees have to produce confirmed payment orders and proof during registration.

CANCELLATION POLICYIn the event a delegate cancels a booking before May 31, 2008, a refund of 50 percent of the amount already paid will be refunded. The cancellation notice must be in writing and be received by mail or fax on or before May 31, 2008. If a delegate cancels participation after May 31, 2008, the delegate will forfeit any payment already made.

OTHER ACTIVITIESTechnical visitsHost KenGen will organize a technical visit to Olkaria Geothermal Station on Friday, 27 June, 2008. Interested delegates are required to sign up for the visit at the registration desk on Monday, 23 June, 2008.

Excursions and Tourist visitsFor excursions and tourist visits, delegates may make directarrangements with travel agents at the conference venue.

REGISTRATION FORM

Contact Information

Mr [ ] Mrs [ ] Ms [ ]

Last Name: ___________________First Name: ___________ Nationality ___________

Organisation: _________________Nature of Business: ______________

Tel: _________________________Fax: __________________________

Address: _____________________City: __________________ Country: ___________

Position: _____________________Email: ________________________

Date of arrival: ________________Time of arrival: _____ Fllight number: ___________

Date of departure: _____________Time of departure: __ Fllight number: ___________

Hotel chosen: _________________ Single [ ] Double [ [

Registration Fees

International delegates Kenyan delegates

UPDEA members 350 euros UPDEA members 200 euros

Non UPDEA members 400 euros Non UPDEA members 250 euros

Accompanying persons 220 euros Accompanying persons 220 euros

Terms of Payment

Bank Transfer details - Côte D’IvoireBank Name: BICI Côte d’Ivoire 1298 Abidjan/RCIAccount Name: UPDEA (General Secretariat - Abidjan/RCI)Account Number: A0006 01746 007702200034 18Swift Code: BICICIABPLT

Bank Transfer details - KenyaBank Name: Commercial Bank of AfricaAccount Name: Kenya Electricity Generating Co. Ltd.Account Number: 154003 509 Swift Code: CBAFKENX

NB: Delegates who have chosen to transfer their participation fees have to produce confirmed payment orders and proof during registration.

Cash PaymentsAt UPDEA’s head office in Abidjan

Kenya delegates Kenya delegates can only make payments to KenGen (Kenya Electricity Generation Company) head office at Stima Plaza, Parklands, Nairobi, Kenya.

To be returned UPDEA: Mrs KONAN Irène Fax:+225 20 33 12 10 E-mail: secgen1@updea-africa.org or secgen@updea-africa.orgKenGen (Kenya): Maggie OGUTU Fax: +254 20 374 1193 E-mail: updea@kengen.co.ke