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Join 1,000+ founders, policymakers, creatives, and changemakers this October in Nairobi for the continent’s biggest innovation gathering yet. Theme: Africa’s Innovation Future: Policy, Partnerships, Progress 13th - 15th October, 2025 United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON), Gigiri, United Nations Avenue, Nairobi, Kenya Register Now Click here AfriLabs Annual Gathering: Shaping Africa’s Innovation Future The AfriLabs Annual Gathering remains Africa’s premier platform for innovation, collaboration, and digital transformation. In 2024, Cape Town hosted the 9th edition under the theme “Uniting Innovation,” convening over 2,000 participants from 50+ countries. Reflecting on the event, Hon. Jane Sithole, Deputy Minister of Small Business Development, South Africa, remarked: “Collaboration across borders is the key to unlocking Africa’s shared prosperity and innovation-driven future.” Looking ahead, the 10th AfriLabs Annual Gathering (AAG 2025) will take place from October 13-15, 2025 at the prestigious United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON), under the theme “Africa’s Innovation Future: Policy, Partnerships & Progress.” This landmark edition is being co-hosted in partnership with timbuktoo, the pan-African innovation initiative of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). This strategic collaboration reflects a shared commitment to unlocking Africa’s innovation potential through inclusive policy dialogue and transformative partnerships. Nairobi, often referred to as Africa’s “Silicon Savannah,” offers the perfect stage for this milestone gathering. Over the course of three days, AAG 2025 will convene Ministers, Heads of Innovation and Investment Agencies, Private Sector Executives, Development Partners, and Innovation Ecosystem Leaders for high-level discussions and impactful engagements on the continent’s innovation agenda. Join us as we shape Africa’s innovation future. Event Tracks Policy, Data & AI Exploring the dynamic interplay between Socio-Economic Policies, Technology, and  AI in Africa. Delving into the landscape of opportunity identification, scrutinizing  avenues for growth and innovation. Learn More Investor & Investment Embarking on a series of sessions, the focus is on dissecting the influence of government  policies on the investment climate in Africa. Learn More Gender Inclusion Empowering Through Inclusion: focused on Gender Inclusion. Explore key topics such  as financial inclusion, addressing barriers to accessing finance, and amplifying female  leadership. Learn More Hub Solution The focus is on unlocking growth and expansion opportunities for hubs. Diving into  insightful discussions on Hub Specialization Strategies, drawing lessons from global  models. Learn More The Green & Blue Economy Focuses on addressing climate change, embracing the blue economy, and fostering green solutions. The series aims to contribute to the creation of a dynamic global digital economy by emphasizing the cultivation of exportable African innovations. Learn More Creative Digital Economy - “Homecoming” The initiative is centered on aligning diaspora and on-continent efforts within the creative  digital economy, strategically navigating the sector’s evolving landscape. Learn More Makerspaces - Local Innovation Focuses on nurturing local innovation, enhancing skills in fabrication and digital manufacturing, and fostering entrepreneurship. This initiative aims to empower African makerspaces as hubs of creativity and technical skill, contributing to the creation of a resilient and innovative economy. By supporting the development of locally relevant solutions, the series emphasizes the growth of exportable African products and technologies that meet both regional and global needs. Learn More Event Highlights Recap of AfriLabs Annual Gatherings Explore the key moments and highlights from our previous gatherings. https://youtu.be/SZTTgtHyzd4?si=Y1qQ-FDCB_s6SCBPhttps://youtu.be/bzk8MMG5sx0?si=P-DL2G3clZK8BnYehttps://youtu.be/KAGS0_3V31Q?si=P-SkUnoWeVbdMVgnhttps://youtu.be/4I23PLoiZaQ?si=TiOrtItGnw_77kOzhttps://youtu.be/Q0Qp_F5LANU?si=vFo6sj1WeXypFqFuhttps://youtu.be/7neqa1PPiD4?si=v5j_xBJUnT9DvmKU Event Tickets (All hubs are entitled to one free Zambezi ticket as well as discounts on extra tickets) Kagera $ 100 Attend Days 1 and 2 of the Gathering General Lunch and Tea Break Area General registration block Buy Ticket Nile $ 300 Everything in Zambezi Dedicated Shuttle Services Designated seating during main stage sessions Designated Nile Lounge (Networking area) Designated seating in the AfriLabs Gala Dedicated Registration block Dedicated lunch and tea break area V.I.P invitation to attend one or more side events. Buy Ticket Zambezi $ 200 Everything in Kagera Attend days 1, 2, and 3 of the AfriLabs Annual Gathering Access to the AfriLabs soiree Access to AfriLabs Gala. General lunch and tea break area. General Block for registration. Access to Ecosystem Tour. Buy Ticket Discounted Tickets for Delegations Kagera 7.5% Nile 15% Zambezi 10% Discounts are for group purchase above 10 tickets. Discounts will end on September 30, 2024 Kindly note that the current transaction limit for payments made via Flutterwave is $1,000. We are actively working on increasing this limit and appreciate your understanding What to Expect at AfriLabs Annual Gathering 2025 Get ready for an exhilarating celebration of innovation! Learn about the exciting lineup of speakers, sessions, and networking opportunities at our upcoming event in Nairobi, Kenya. Diverse Tracks and Sessions From funding gaps to gender inclusion, delve into the critical topics addressed through our high-level panel discussions, masterclasses, and networking events Key Announcements and Partnerships Stay updated on the latest initiatives and partnerships announced at our gathering, aimed at empowering African startups and fostering innovation across the continent. Past AAG 2024 South Africa 2023 Rwanda 2022 Zambia 2021 Nigeria 2020 Virtual 2019 Hosted by 2018 Tanzania 2017 Egypt 2016 Ghana AfriLabs Annual Gathering Sponsorship Brochure Discover how your organization can support Africa’s innovation ecosystem by becoming a sponsor of the AfriLabs Annual Gathering. Download Now Contact Us Secure your Spot Find out how you can participate in our gathering as a startup, academic, media partner, or industry leader, and join us in driving Africa’s digital transformation forward. 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