Nairobi Startup Summit & Awards 2026

About

A premier summit offering startups, SMEs, and scale-ups the opportunity to connect with investors, showcase their innovations, and gain insights from industry leaders. Participants will engage in networking, workshops, and panels, enhancing their visibility and partnership potential in the vibrant East African entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Benefits

• 💰Access to Capital
  Gain access to capital and investors for your startup.
• 🎓Scaling Frameworks
  Gain scaling frameworks from industry leaders to enhance your business strategy.
• 🌐Showcase Opportunities
  Showcase your startup to regional and global stakeholders for increased visibility.
• 🤝Partnership Building
  Build high-value partnerships with other innovators and investors.
• 📈Media Exposure
  Increase visibility through media coverage and global exposure at the event.

Eligibility Criteria

• Open to startups, SMEs, and scale-ups
• Expected attendance of 2100+ startups, 200+ investors, 300+ tech innovators
• Focus on AI, Data & Future Technologies, ESG, Climate & Sustainability, Creative Economy & Monetization

Participation Commitments

• Must attend the summit on May 28-29, 2026
• Participate in networking and showcase events to connect with other attendees
• Engage in workshops and panels on various topics to enhance knowledge and skills.

Target Region

East Africa

Target Sector

All sectors