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From Wednesday, June 17, to Saturday, June 20, Paris will host Viva Technology, one of Europe's largest events focused on innovation and startups. This global gathering will attract entrepreneurs, investors, and researchers from around the world to discuss emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, digital health, and cybersecurity. The event offers an important opportunity to explore the latest digital solutions and forge strategic partnerships for the future.
From Friday, July 3 to Sunday, July 5, Cotonou will host the sixth edition of Bitcoin Mastermind. This event will bring together professionals, investors, and Bitcoin enthusiasts from across Francophone Africa. The program features conferences, hands-on workshops, networking sessions, and discussions on the future of Bitcoin. Open to everyone—from curious newcomers to entrepreneurs—the event offers an opportunity to explore the rapidly growing Bitcoin and digital asset ecosystem.
African startups are invited to participate in ClawCon, a free community gathering focused on artificial intelligence. Taking place on June 18 at Strathmore University in Nairobi, the event is aimed at creators, developers, and students. The program includes live demonstrations and interactive discussions designed to help participants build their own digital tools and develop practical AI skills.
Casablanca is set to host the 6th annual Digital Now Conference from December 9-11, 2026. Organized by Club des Dirigeants (Executives’ Club), the summit will bring together businesses, government agencies, and startups. This year's event will focus on artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and the digital transformation of small businesses. Through workshops and networking sessions, participants will collaborate to accelerate innovation and promote digital inclusion across Africa.
The city of Casablanca will host the Emec Expo from December 3 to 5, 2026. This international event will bring together entrepreneurs, digital marketing experts, and AI specialists. During the three-day event, attendees will explore the latest trends in e-commerce and fintech. The program will include workshops and conferences aimed at helping businesses speed up their digital transformation and strengthen their online presence.
Nairobi will host the Cyber First East Africa forum on July 8, 2026. The event will bring together experts, technology companies and policymakers from across East Africa to develop strategies to protect IT infrastructure from cyber threats. Participants will discuss data security issues aimed at supporting a secure digital transformation in the region.
Marrakech will host the Africa IT Meetings trade show in November 2026, bringing together IT managers, technology companies and digital experts. Participants will discuss data protection, cloud computing and cybersecurity. The event aims to foster business partnerships and support Africa's digital transformation.
Cape Town will host the Africa Tech Festival from November 16-19, 2026. The event will bring together technology executives, entrepreneurs and investors to discuss developments in artificial intelligence, internet connectivity and startup ecosystems. Participants will examine how digital technologies can support economic growth and expand access to digital services across Africa.
The seventh annual Africa FinTech Forum will take place in Kenya on Wednesday, June 10. The event will gather executives, regulators, and innovators from the digital finance sector. Discussions will focus on financial inclusion, AI-powered credit scoring, and streamlining cross-border payments. The forum will also feature an awards ceremony honoring the continent's top tech innovations.
Registration for the global TiE Women program closes on Wednesday, June 10. The initiative supports women entrepreneurs around the world, regardless of the stage or size of their business. Participants will receive high-quality training, expert mentorship, and opportunities to connect directly with international investors. They will also have a chance to win up to $50,000 in equity-free grants.
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South African accelerator Savant has opened applications for its incubation program for African innovators. The initiative supports startups developing hardware-based solutions and environmental technologies, including water management and sustainable energy systems. Over three months, ten founders will refine their investor pitches and prepare their businesses for fundraising. The strongest startups will be eligible for grants of up to €80,000. Applications close on June 15, and the program is scheduled to begin in August.
Applications are now open through Sunday, May 31, for the Africa-Europe Space Partnership Program. The initiative targets African companies using satellite-based Earth observation data to address challenges in agriculture, climate, and energy. Selected startups will receive a year of tailored mentorship and a €20,000 grant to help scale their innovations.
Applications for the 2026 GoGettaz Agripreneur Prize Competition are open until Sunday, June 28. The contest is open to African entrepreneurs aged 18 to 35 working to transform the food and agriculture sectors. Two winners will each receive $50,000 to help grow their businesses. Finalists will pitch their innovations at a summit in Rwanda and gain access to training, mentorship and networking opportunities with investors.
Applications are now open for the Africa HealthTech ExCon Accelerator 2026, a program aimed at supporting early-stage African startups developing healthcare solutions, from telemedicine to AI-driven health technologies. Selected startups will receive practical training, mentorship, and opportunities to connect with global investors, with the broader goal of expanding access to healthcare across Africa.