Join us as we shape Africa’s innovation future.
Theme:
Africa’s Innovation Future: Policy, Partnerships, and Progress
7th - 9th October, 2025
Nairobi, Kenya
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AfriLabs Annual Gathering: Shaping Africa’s Innovation Future
The AfriLabs Annual Gathering remains Africa’s premier platform for innovation, collaboration, and digital transformation. In 2024, Cape Town hosted the 9th edition under the theme “Uniting Innovation,” bringing together 2,000+ participants from 50+ countries. Reflecting on the event, Hon. Jane Sithole, Deputy Minister of Small Business Development, South Africa, emphasized:
“Collaboration across borders is the key to unlocking Africa’s shared prosperity and innovation-driven future.”
Looking ahead, the 10th AfriLabs Annual Gathering (AAG 2025) will take place from October 7-9 in Nairobi, Kenya, under the theme “Africa’s Innovation Future: Policy, Partnerships, and Progress.” As Africa’s “Silicon Savannah,” Nairobi provides the perfect stage for discussions on policy, investment, and digital transformation.
Join us as we shape Africa’s innovation future.
Event Tracks
Policy, Data & AI
Exploring the dynamic interplay between Socio-Economic Policies, Technology, and AI in Africa. Delving into the landscape of opportunity identification, scrutinizing avenues for growth and innovation.
Investor & Investment
Embarking on a series of sessions, the focus is on dissecting the influence of government policies on the investment climate in Africa.
Gender Inclusion
Empowering Through Inclusion: focused on Gender Inclusion. Explore key topics such as financial inclusion, addressing barriers to accessing finance, and amplifying female leadership.
Hub Solution
The focus is on unlocking growth and expansion opportunities for hubs. Diving into insightful discussions on Hub Specialization Strategies, drawing lessons from global models.
The Green & Blue Economy
Focuses on addressing climate change, embracing the blue economy, and fostering green solutions. The series aims to contribute to the creation of a dynamic global digital economy by emphasizing the cultivation of exportable African innovations.
Creative Digital Economy - "Homecoming"
The initiative is centered on aligning diaspora and on-continent efforts within the creative digital economy, strategically navigating the sector’s evolving landscape.
Makerspaces – Local Innovation
Focuses on nurturing local innovation, enhancing skills in fabrication and digital manufacturing, and fostering entrepreneurship. This initiative aims to empower African makerspaces as hubs of creativity and technical skill, contributing to the creation of a resilient and innovative economy. By supporting the development of locally relevant solutions, the series emphasizes the growth of exportable African products and technologies that meet both regional and global needs.
Event Highlights
Recap of AfriLabs Annual Gatherings
Explore the key moments and highlights from our previous gatherings.
Event Tickets
(All hubs are entitled to one free Zambezi ticket as well as discounts on extra tickets)
Kagera
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Attend Days 1 and 2 of the Gathering
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General Lunch and Tea Break Area
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General registration block
Nile
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Everything in Zambezi
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Dedicated Shuttle Services
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Designated seating during main stage sessions
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Designated Nile Lounge (Networking area)
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Designated seating in the AfriLabs Gala
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Dedicated Registration block
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Dedicated lunch and tea break area
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V.I.P invitation to attend one or more side events.
Zambezi
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Everything in Kagera
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Attend days 1, 2, and 3 of the AfriLabs Annual Gathering
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Access to the AfriLabs soiree
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Access to AfriLabs Gala.
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General lunch and tea break area.
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General Block for registration.
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Access to Ecosystem Tour.
Discounted Tickets for Delegations
Kagera
7.5%
Nile
15%
Zambezi
10%
Discounts are for group purchase above 10 tickets.
Discounts will end on September 30, 2024
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What to Expect at AfriLabs Annual Gathering 2025
Get ready for an exhilarating celebration of innovation! Learn about the exciting lineup of speakers, sessions, and networking opportunities at our upcoming event in Nairobi, Kenya.
Diverse Tracks and Sessions
From funding gaps to gender inclusion, delve into the critical topics addressed through our high-level panel discussions, masterclasses, and networking events
Key Announcements and Partnerships
Stay updated on the latest initiatives and partnerships announced at our gathering, aimed at empowering African startups and fostering innovation across the continent.
Past AAG
2024
South Africa
2023
Rwanda
2022
Zambia
2021
Nigeria
2020
Virtual
2019
Hosted by
2018
Tanzania
2017
Egypt
2016
Ghana
AfriLabs Annual Gathering
Sponsorship Brochure
Discover how your organization can support Africa’s innovation ecosystem by becoming a sponsor of the AfriLabs Annual Gathering.
Secure your Spot
Find out how you can participate in our gathering as a startup, academic, media partner, or industry leader, and join us in driving Africa’s digital transformation forward.
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