20-21 May

KENYATTA INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION CENTRE (KICC) 2026

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Africa Founders Festival

Where East Africa’s Boldest AI Founders Take The Stage

Launching at AI EVERYTHING KENYA x GITEX KENYA 2026, the Africa Founders Festival is the ultimate fast-track for early-stage startups to connect with top investors, unlock funding opportunities, and gain global market exposure in just two high-impact days.

 

200+

AI STARTUPS

GATHERING

100+

LEADING INVESTORS

INVESTING

$50B

IN FUNDS

FROM

20+

COUNTRIES

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GET MATCHED WITH INVESTORS

Investors and VCs will participate in the AI EVERYTHING KENYA Investor Meeting Programme during which, investors participate in vetted and curated 1-1 matchmaking with startups based on their investment criteria. As an exhibiting startup, you will get priority opportunity to be matched with participating investors.

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EAST AFRICA’S LARGEST AI STARTUP
& DIGITAL INVESTMENT FESTIVAL

Uniting founders, investors & corporate innovators to co-create the future of tech in East Africa

400+

FASTEST GROWING AI STARTUPS

35+

COUNTRIES

100+

INVESTORS

US$50Bn

INVESTING IN FUNDS

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WITNESS AFRICA'S ULTIMATE STARTUP PITCH BATTLE

Supernova Challenge is AI EVERYTHING KENYA's flagship Pitch Competition which takes place annually. Competition is fierce with a larger number of startups participating from East Africa and neighboring markets. AFrom AI to Climate Tech, witness breakthrough ideas, real-time judging, and high-stakes competition, your front-row access to the future of innovation. Experience pitching live to win from a total prize pool equity-free.

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STARTUP CONFERENCE STAGE

Global unicorns and soonicorns share their inspiring journeys as well as practical insights on unlocking the next growth stage for their businesses. Attend conference programmes among creators, inventors, peers, investors, and startups identifying how to breakthrough with their newest innovations.

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SUPERCHARGING A GLOBAL STARTUP SYSTEM

Kenya ranks among Africa’s top 4 startup funding hubs. From unicorns to breakout founders, the stage delivered bold ideas, equity-free wins, and direct access to global VCs, accelerators, and corporates—cementing Kenya as a powerhouse for next-gen tech innovation.

 

CONNECT WITH 150+ INVESTORS

From Pre-Seed to Growth stage, NORTH STAR KENYA 2026 united visionary startups with top-tier investors actively scouting for the next big breakthrough shaping Africa’s tech landscape.

 

MEET ACCELERATORS & INCUBATORS

Fast-track your growth with the support of the global and regional accelerators & incubators

 

NETWORK WITH CORPORATES & GOVERNMENT

Build relationships with corporate buyers and government resentatives.

 

FIND EXPERT MENTORS 

Get guidance, insights and advice from seasoned mentors.