Nairobi Startup Summit & Awards 2026

Our mission is to empower Africa’s next generation of innovators and entrepreneurs with the knowledge, networks, and capital needed to scale solutions that change lives through impact driven scaling: innovation that is sustainable, inclusive, investment-ready and transformative across sectors. We aim to: Equip 2,500+ founders/SMEs with actionable frameworks for scaling Facilitate deal-flow & investment opportunities worth $50M+ by 2028 Showcase 150+ high-potential startups and SME innovators. Connect startups with mentors, corporates and policy influencers. Honour excellence through differentiated award categories. Host and facilitate international trade in 20+ among countries represented

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