Full Programme
Summit Agenda
Three days of keynotes, innovation, policy workshops, entrepreneurship pitches and the historic signing of the Harare Climate Pledge.
What to Expect
Keynote Addresses
6 keynotes across 3 days
Innovation Showcase
Compete for $10,000 prize
Policy Workshops
Shape Zimbabwe's NDC
Entrepreneurship Pitches
Top 5 get incubation support
Harare Climate Pledge
Signed by 1500+ delegates
Networking
Connect with 30+ universities
Full Schedule
Day 1: Arrival & Climate Reality
Thursday, 25 June 2026
Cultural Welcome & Procession
Official Opening Ceremony
Launch of the Zimbabwe Youth Climate Declaration
Keynote: The Climate Reality — Zimbabwe's Frontline
Understanding our climate vulnerability
Panel: Youth at the Frontline of Climate Change
Stories from Zimbabwe's climate-affected communities
Parallel Workshops — Session A
Choose one of three concurrent workshops
Evening Reception & Cultural Programme
Day 2: Innovation & Policy
Friday, 26 June 2026
Keynote: Innovation as Climate Action
How Zimbabwean students are building solutions
Innovation Showcase & Hackathon — Morning Round
Competing for the Zimbabwe Climate Prize
Policy Workshop: Shaping Zimbabwe's Climate Future
Student delegates draft NDC recommendations
Parallel Workshops — Session B
Choose one of three concurrent workshops
Gala Dinner & Entertainment
Secure Your Place at ZSCIS 2026
Applications close 1 August 2026. Limited delegate spots available.
Open to all Zimbabwean university students · Free to attend