Matchmaking | Global Off-Grid Solar Forum & Expo 2026
27 October 2026 - 29 October 2026|
Kigali, Rwanda
Kigali Convention Centre
Matchmaking at the Global Off-Grid Solar Forum & Expo 2026 Powered by GET.invest and EnDev/GIZ
The Matchmaking provides participants with the opportunity to connect with potential business partners, public and private investors and policymakers in a series of pre-arranged personal 20-minute meetings to build first connections or deep-dive into business-related opportunities.
The Matchmaking format offers:
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An online platform, where participants can present themselves and their business, browse other attendees' profiles on a searchable participants list with AI-suggested matches
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A profile that puts what you do in front of every conference delegate, from ministries and regulators to investors, distributors and manufacturers
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Twenty-minute bilateral meetings you book yourself, scheduled across all three days of the forum
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A free mobile app (available on the App Store and Google Play) where participants can manage their meetings when- and wherever they want
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On-site personal assistance from the Matchmaking Organisation Team during the forum
How the Matchmaking works
Follow the steps below to make the most out of the networking opportunities at the forum:
Register for the Global Off-Grid Solar Forum & Expo 2026
To participate in the Matchmaking at GOGSFE 2026, first you will need to complete your registration for the forum. To register, please visit https://www.offgridsolarforum.org.
Once it's confirmed, you will receive an email with an invitation link to join the Matchmaking platform. Activate your profile using the invitation link in your email. You may log in with your LinkedIn or Google accounts and connect your existing profile with b2match.
Create a Clear and Compelling Profile
Your profile is your first impression on the platform, make it count!
Keep it clear and concise, showing who you are, what you can offer, and who you want to meet. Add a short pitch, a biography and your areas of activity. Specific profiles attract significantly more meeting requests than merely complete ones.
Browse Participant Profiles
The platform’s matchmaking tool helps you find the most promising contacts.
Browse the participant list, use filters to narrow by sector, country or interest, and check 'My Matches' for suggestions generated from your profile. Engaging with suggested profiles can lead to valuable connections and unexpected opportunities.
For a detailed explanation, please visit our 'How To Book Meetings' page.
Showcase Your Business Opportunities and Get More Requests
To elevate your profile and attract more meeting requests, present your opportunities in the Marketplace—whether products, services, projects, or areas of expertise. Entries can be added seamlessly through your Dashboard or directly from the list of opportunities.
Proactively highlighting your offerings positions you to connect with the right partners and transform initial interactions into valuable, long-term collaborations.
Start Networking Early: Make Contact Before Kigali
Don’t wait for the event to begin—start connecting with potential partners right away through a quick chat message. Send meeting requests to the delegates you want to see, and use the messaging function to introduce yourself. The best meetings in Kigali are usually the ones that started as a message weeks earlier.
When requesting a meeting, include a short description of what you’d like to discuss to enhance the acceptance rate of your request. Make the most of the structured one-on-one sessions by sending and accepting meeting requests that fit your goals. Being proactive helps turn these brief, focused meetings into valuable, long-term collaborations.
Bring The App With You
Install the free b2match mobile app (available on the App Store and Google Play) to manage your schedule, message other delegates, follow the agenda and receive updates from the organisers throughout the forum.
Additional questions
You can find a complete guide to your profile, meetings and virtual marketplace in our FAQ section.