accelerating africa's
tech future
Attendees
700
Investors
150
Journalists
30
Speakers
60
Countries
32
2019 has seen the third edition of the AfricArena Summit. AfricArena presents an opportunity to explore tomorrow’s trends today by meeting some of Africa’s most innovative start-ups and connecting with key people from Africa tech ecosystems.
At AfricArena, we strongly believe in the power of networking and the opportunities it can generate by gathering, inspiring, and connecting bright people that barely met in the different ecosystems.
Inspiration is key and AfricArena offers the visitors to enjoy keynotes and discussions from thought leaders of the tech ecosystem.
The AfricArena team scout every year the leading tech hubs of the continent through the AfricArena Tour and invite the most promising innovative companies to accelerate their growth by gaining exposure toward leading corporates and investors.
In 2019, more than 10 open innovations challenges have enabled nearly 100 companies to attend the final summit in Cape Town. We also partner with some of the greatest incubators and accelerators to enable the startups they support to enjoy the AfricArena experience.
To date, more than US$160 million have been raised by AfricArena's alumni.
get your tickets
In just a few years, AfricArena has become a key moment for African tech startups looking to accelerate their growth. The 2020 Summit will happen the 9th and 10th November in Cape Town.
accelerated startups
In partnership with incubators, accelerators, investors and our alumni community, we are able to spot promising companies tacking some of the biggest challenges of the continent.
Taking part in AfricArena is free for the few selected startups and most of them manage to secure new partnerships, funding or business contracts through the meetings and exposure they receive during the Summit.
Meet some of our Startups!
we have heard from the best minds in tech, business and investing
Vusi Thembekwayo
Ketso Gordhan
Matsi Modise
Cathy Goddard
Entrepreneur, Venture Capitalist, Global Business Speaker
CEO, SA SME Fund
Founder, Furaha Afrika Holdings & Vice Chair, Simodise
CEO & Founding Partner, FyreFem Fund Managers
hot topics from 2019
The 4th Industrial Revolution
Education
Investment in Tech Startups
Privacy & Ethics
Healthcare
Artificial Intelligence & Virtual Reality
Next Generation Angels
Financial & Commerce Inclusion
Smart City
Incubation Acceleration
get in on it
Become an Exhibitor
at The Summit
We offer a few booths and exhibitions opportunities to enable high-quality products and services to get visibility. Please apply if you would like to learn more about the available packages.
Become a
Media Partner
Are you keen to discovering and sharing insights into tech innovation and investment in Africa? Get in touch with us to find out how we can work together!
