Nairobi, Kenya – Africa Technology Show (AFTS) Kenya 2026, proudly endorsed by the Ministry of Information, Communications and the Digital Economy, will take place from 22–24 July 2026 at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC), Nairobi, bringing together government leaders, policymakers, technology pioneers, innovators, investors, startups, entrepreneurs, manufacturers, corporate executives, and international business delegations. Co-located with the 11th China Trade Week Kenya, the 4th Buildexpo Kenya, and the 3rd Power & Energy Kenya, the event will serve as one of East Africa’s premier platforms for digital innovation, international trade, investment, infrastructure, energy, and cross-border collaboration.
Organised by MIE Events FZCO, the sixth edition of Africa Technology Show will bring together thousands of industry professionals, 150+ speakers, 300+ International Trade Council delegates, and facilitate 1,000+ pre-arranged B2B meetings. The three-day programme will feature keynote sessions, panel discussions, investment forums, startup showcases, industry workshops, and business matchmaking focused on AI, digital transformation, fintech, entrepreneurship, energy, and smart infrastructure.
Day One – Government & Youth in Tech Empowerment (22 July 2026)
The opening day will focus on government leadership, digital innovation, and empowering Africa’s next generation of technology entrepreneurs. Conference highlights include:
Official Opening Ceremony
- Building Kenya’s Digital Future: Government, Innovation & Youth Empowerment
- Africa’s AI Revolution: How Emerging Technologies Are Reshaping Business, Government & Society
- Unlocking Opportunities for Young Entrepreneurs through AI, Digital Infrastructure & Cross-Border Innovation
- Government initiatives supporting youth employment, including the Hustler Fund, Ajira Digital Programme, Digital Superhighway, Konza Technopolis, and the National Coding Programme
- High-level Kenya–China bilateral meetings
- Investment presentations by Chinese and Kenyan government representatives
- Strategic cooperation and signing ceremonies
- Curated B2B matchmaking sessions connecting international companies with Kenyan businesses and investors.
Day Two – Entrepreneurship, Innovation & Investment (23 July 2026)
Powered by E4Impact Foundation, the second day will focus on building Africa’s startup ecosystem and strengthening investment opportunities through collaboration between entrepreneurs, investors, accelerators, and corporate partners. Topics include:
- Building Scalable Tech Ventures for Africa’s Next Billion Users
- Business Models That Win in African Markets
- What African Investors Actually Want in 2026
- Corporate–Startup Collaboration Models Driving Africa’s Digital Economy
- Africa’s Most Investable Startups – E4Impact Portfolio Showcase
- Capital Without Borders: Unlocking Diaspora Investment & Funding
- From MOU to Market: Building Corporate–Startup Partnerships That Deliver
- E4Impact’s Vision for African Entrepreneurship (2026–2035).
Day Three Sustainable Development, Energy & Future Technologies (24 July 2026)
The final day will explore the future of sustainable development, energy security, smart infrastructure, and fintech innovation through keynote presentations, expert panel discussions, and networking sessions powered by ATTIC and Hela Storytellas. Featured topics include:
- Unlocking Investment Opportunities through Kenya’s Special Economic Zones
- Beyond the Grid: Financing and Deploying Distributed Energy Solutions Across Sub-Saharan Africa
- Water Security as an Economic Imperative: Addressing Kenya’s Water-Energy-Food Nexus
- Energy Planning Strategies for Manufacturers, Data Centres, and Developers
- Sustainable Construction, Green Infrastructure & the Future of Africa’s Built Environment
- Hela Storytellas Experience – The 21st-Century Company Runs on Fintech
- Engineering the Fintech Infrastructure
- Building the Intelligent Business
- Fireside Conversation: Building the 21st-Century Company
- Networking & Partnership Conversations.
Running alongside the conference, the exhibition will showcase the latest technology and innovation while creating opportunities for business networking, investment, and cross-border partnerships. With strong government support and global participation, Africa Technology Show Kenya 2026 reinforces Kenya’s position as a leading technology and innovation hub in Africa.
About MIE Group
Celebrating 25 years of excellence, MIE Group, founded in 2000, is a global leader in exhibitions, trading, and consulting. With 15 offices worldwide across the UAE, China, Africa, Saudi Arabia, and the United States, MIE has supported more than 120,000 international trading companies in expanding across the Middle East and Africa
Co-Organized By
- China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT) Jiangsu Sub-Council
- Global Exhibitions Inc. (GEX)
Africa Technology Show Kenya 2026 is endorsed by the Ministry of Information, Communications and the Digital Economy, organised by MIE Events FZCO, and co-organized by the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT) Jiangsu Sub-Council and Global Exhibitions Inc. (GEX).
For more information, visit: www.africatechshow.com.
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