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Co-hosted by the African Business Angels Network (ABAN) and Venture Capital for Africa (VC4A), AESIS is the premier event specifically designed to connect early-stage investors with Africa’s most promising startup founders. This is a high-density, high-impact summit if your goal is to raise or deploy capital in the seed and pre-Series A space.
The Conference will feature an engaging lineup of panel discussions, keynotes, and interactive breakout sessions, focusing on the future of marketing in an AI-driven world. Attendees will gain insights into data-driven marketing, SME growth strategies, and influencer engagement, alongside real-world case studies and peer learning experiences. Location: Ghana, Accra
Recognized as Africa’s top deal-making and networking event, the Africa Startup Festival brings together investors, founders, builders, and operators in one powerful end-of-year gathering. It’s the definitive platform to explore how emerging technologies are transforming industries and to finalize the partnerships and deals that will define the strategic direction of 2026. In its most recent edition, it drew over 3,000 participants from 15+ countries, founders, investors, and operators converging in Lagos.
Organized by the Africa Digital Rights Hub and the Data Protection Commission of Ghana, this is described as Africa's largest gathering on the topic. It will include masterclasses, conference days, and high-level meetings for data controllers, regulators, and tech companies Location: Accra, Ghana
The climax of AfricArena’s year-long scouting program, the Grand Summit showcases the top startups from across the continent in front of an audience of global investors and corporates. It’s an energetic platform for witnessing pitch competitions and understanding the emerging themes and companies set to dominate the African tech landscape.
SuperReturn Africa is a top-tier private capital event, bringing together leading global and local private equity and venture capital investors. Past editions have generated over 13,000 one-on-one meetings, featured closed-door LP/GP forums, workshops on alternative fund structures, and spotlight sessions on IP & creative sectors.
Every year, the Africa Bitcoin Conference brings together activists, innovators, and decision-makers to explore how Bitcoin safeguards fundamental freedoms, strengthens economic autonomy, and paves the way for lasting sovereignty. Location: Caudan Arts Centre, Port Louis, Mauritius
This unique edition of the highly respected Tech in Ghana conference shifts focus to the Ashanti Region, spotlighting the growing tech and innovation happening beyond the capital, Accra. It’s an essential event for connecting with regional tech players, understanding grassroots innovation, and exploring opportunities in secondary cities.
The 9th edition of NSFDW returns to Lagos, bringing together fashion, culture, and youth innovation in a vibrant year-end showcase. This edition features runway presentations from top emerging designers, panel discussions, and networking opportunities. Past NSFDW winners have gone on to showcase at Dallas Fashion Week, affirming its role as a leading launchpad for African creativity. Location: Lagos. Nigeria
A cultural food-heritage festival celebrating authentic Yoruba cuisine and lifestyle. Guests will enjoy traditional Amala and fresh Palmwine served in Ibadan/Abeokuta styles, Yoruba fashion, indigenous games, language classes, and special cultural showcases inspired by the Oonirisa of Ile-Ife. Location: Lagos, Nigeria
This December, the world's biggest celebration of African culture is back in Ghana. Get your fits ready, tell your people, and prepare for an unforgettable experience at AfroFuture Ghana. Location: Accra, Ghana
The Talking Drums Festival, positioned as an afro-diasporic celebration of hip-hop culture, will take place on December 29th and 30th, 2025. This 48-hour non-stop celebration will spotlight rhythm, culture, and unity, featuring performances from over 40 artists representing the U.S., U.K., and various countries throughout the African continent. Location: Accra, Ghana