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Fuelling Africa’s Next Wave of Innovation

Are you an entrepreneur looking to take your startup to the next level? Africa Tech Festival is your gateway to funding, mentorship, and game-changing partnerships. Whether you're pitching to investors, networking with industry leaders, or scaling your business with expert insights, this is the place where startups thrive.

Reasons to Attend


Meet Investors & Raise Funding

Participate in Founder & Investor matchmaking.

Pitch Your Startup

Gain visibility through the Startup Pitch Competition - more details coming soon.

Upskill & Learn

Join Founder's Academy, featuring workshops and masterclasses tailored for early-stage and scale-up entrepreneurs

Expand Your Network

Build relationships with accelerators, ecosystem leaders, and fellow founders.

Key highlights from the 2024 agenda


Founder & Investor Day

A dedicated day for networking and deal-making between founders and investors, featuring insights into fundraising strategies, scaling tips, and market expansion. The event concluded with a networking mixer to foster collaboration.

Founders' Academy Stage

A hands-on workshop series designed for startup founders, covering topics such as growth strategies, leadership development, funding readiness, and overcoming common startup challenges.

AfricaIgnite Pitch Competition

A high-profile startup pitch competition where founders present their innovative solutions to VCs, angel investors, and industry leaders. Winners gain investment, media exposure, and mentorship opportunities.

Matchmaking Programme

A curated matchmaking service connecting startups with investors, corporate partners, and ecosystem players based on sector alignment and funding needs.

Start-Up Marketplace

A dedicated exhibition space where startups can showcase their solutions to potential customers, investors, and partners while building brand awareness in Africa’s tech ecosystem.

Scaling Beyond Borders: Expanding Your Startup Across Africa

A panel discussion featuring successful startup founders and investors sharing insights on navigating cross-border expansion, regulatory challenges, and local market adaptation in Africa.

Stay tuned for the 2025 speaker lineup, featuring top VCs, startup success stories, and expert-led workshops.

Join us at Africa Tech Festival 2025


Secure your spot at Africa Tech Festival 2025! Pitch your startup, meet investors, and accelerate your growth.