AfricArena

AfricArena Accelerating Africa's Tech Future | Unifying startups, investors/VCs and corporates.

AfricArena stands as a bridge between the International and Africa Tech Innovation Ecosystems. It represents an opportunity to explore tomorrow’s trends, discover today’s best companies, startups and innovations, and be inspired by the most disruptive ideas and people of the moment.

We're thrilled to welcome Zachariah George, Managing Partner at Launch Africa Ventures, as our first Keynote Speaker at ...
28/05/2026

We're thrilled to welcome Zachariah George, Managing Partner at Launch Africa Ventures, as our first Keynote Speaker at the AfricArena Amsterdam Summit 2026 🇳🇱

As Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Launch Africa Ventures, Zach has backed some of Africa’s most impactful startups and helped shape the continent’s early-stage investment landscape through investments in 170+ ventures across 25+ countries.

Join the discussion on:
🌍 The State of Tech in Africa
💡 Why Africa remains one of the world’s most exciting investment frontiers

📅 Tuesday, 16 June 2026
⏰ 14:00 - 19:00 CET
📍 Amsterdam, Netherlands

Connect with founders, investors, corporates, and ecosystem leaders driving innovation between Africa and Europe.

🎟️ Secure your ticket now: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/africarena-amsterdam-summit-2026-tickets-1989199302662?aff=oddtdtcreator

Super-Early Bird Tickets are live for the AfricArena Amsterdam Summit 2026! 🇳🇱Join founders, investors, corporates, and ...
26/05/2026

Super-Early Bird Tickets are live for the AfricArena Amsterdam Summit 2026! 🇳🇱

Join founders, investors, corporates, and ecosystem leaders from across Africa and Europe for an afternoon of innovation, networking, and investment opportunities.

📍 Amsterdam, Netherlands
📅 15 June 2026
⏰ 2 PM - 7 PM

Expect top startup pitches, insightful keynotes, engaging panel discussions, and meaningful connections with key players shaping the future of tech and investment in Africa.

Secure your Super-Early Bird ticket now before it's too late!

Register now: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/africarena-amsterdam-summit-2026-tickets-1989199302662

$1 billion raised! 🌍 💵 Not a projection. Not a target. A result built across hundreds of founder journeys, investor conv...
20/05/2026

$1 billion raised! 🌍 💵

Not a projection. Not a target. A result built across hundreds of founder journeys, investor conversations, pitch stages, and ecosystem connections made through AfricArena over the years.

The milestone deal? A South African healthtech startup that bootstrapped through the pandemic and recently raised ZAR 85 million to improve early TB detection across Africa.

Behind this number are founders building real solutions:
🌍 Cross-border fintech infrastructure
🩺 AI-powered healthcare tools
🚗 Mobility platforms scaling across underserved markets
💡 Startups transforming industries across the continent

As Christophe Viarnaud, Founder & CEO of AfricArena, puts it:
“$1 billion is a validation of what founders, investors, and ecosystem builders have collectively created together.”

But the billion was never the point.
The point was always building the room where the right people could meet, collaborate, and scale meaningful solutions.

And the next billion starts now. 🚀

Read more: https://www.wired.africarena.com/post/africarena-celebrates-1-billion-in-alumni-funding-a-decade-in-the-making

AfricArena is heading to Amsterdam! 🇳🇱Join the AfricArena Team and its partners at the AfricArena Amsterdam Summit 2026 ...
19/05/2026

AfricArena is heading to Amsterdam! 🇳🇱

Join the AfricArena Team and its partners at the AfricArena Amsterdam Summit 2026 as we bring together founders, investors, corporates, and ecosystem leaders shaping the future of innovation between Africa and Europe 🌍

📍 Amsterdam, Netherlands
📅 15 June 2026
⏰ 2 PM - 7 PM

Expect top startup pitches from across Africa, insightful keynotes, engaging panel discussions, and high-impact networking with leading business, tech, and investment players in the ecosystem.

Secure your spot today and discover the future of tech and investment in Africa!

Register now: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/africarena-amsterdam-summit-2026-tickets-1989199302662

15/05/2026

Moses Liech - Investa Farm, took the stage at the AfricArena Nairobi Summit Day 1 (Fintech), showcasing their vision and innovative approach to solving challenges within Africa’s evolving financial ecosystem.

The pitch highlighted the power of fintech innovation in driving accessibility, opportunity, and growth across the continent. 🌍

🎥 Watch the rest here: https://www.youtube.com/live/7ReONI99BoI?si=RQzlaT71FF0sEuzK

Throwback Thursday - Day 1 of AfricArena Nairobi Summit 2026 (Fintech) 🇰🇪A look back at a powerful opening day dedicated...
14/05/2026

Throwback Thursday - Day 1 of AfricArena Nairobi Summit 2026 (Fintech) 🇰🇪

A look back at a powerful opening day dedicated to Fintech innovation across Africa 🌍

Founders, investors, and ecosystem leaders came together for high-impact startup pitches, insightful discussions, and meaningful conversations around the future of financial services on the continent.

From payments to infrastructure and financial inclusion, Day 1 highlighted just how fast Africa’s fintech ecosystem continues to evolve 🚀

Relive the highlights here 👇
https://www.youtube.com/live/7ReONI99BoI?si=a9IixiF5RFHvsr1n

A huge thank you to our outstanding panel speakers for an insightful discussion during AfricArena Nairobi Summit Day 2 (...
13/05/2026

A huge thank you to our outstanding panel speakers for an insightful discussion during AfricArena Nairobi Summit Day 2 (Climate Tech) 🇰🇪 🌍

“Build It: Africa’s New Emerging EV Market”

Thank you to:
Brian Njao - General Manager, Mobility, M-KOPA
David Longdon - Associate Director, Equator VC
Raymond Kitunga - Deputy Country Head (Kenya), SPIRO
Damilola Olokesusi - Co-Founder & CEO, Shuttlers
🎤 Moderated by:
Diana Maranga - Head of Commercialisation, Octavia Carbon

The discussion explored Africa’s fast-evolving electric mobility ecosystem, from infrastructure and investment to innovation and scale opportunities shaping the future of transport.

🎥 Watch the full session here:
https://www.youtube.com/live/7PTKBtBKR9o?si=Doau6xbCWsLvnjrI

A huge thank you to our distinguished panel speakers for an insightful discussion during AfricArena Nairobi Summit Day 2...
13/05/2026

A huge thank you to our distinguished panel speakers for an insightful discussion during AfricArena Nairobi Summit Day 2 (Climate Tech) 🌍 🇰🇪

“Carbon Markets in Africa: Where do We Stand?”

Thank you to:
Elijah Isabu - Manager, Carbon Markets, FSD Africa
Martin Freimüller - Co-Founder & CEO, Octavia Carbon
Dennis Ngigi - Founder, Green Voyage
Dennis Owino - Head of Carbon Finance, Melanin Kapital Neobank
🎤 Moderated by:
Jordyan Woodley - Co-Founder & CEO, Ecosafi, the Better Cooking Company

The discussion unpacked Africa’s evolving carbon markets, the role of climate finance, and the pathways needed to scale impact-driven solutions across the continent.

🎥 Watch the full discussion here:
https://www.youtube.com/live/7PTKBtBKR9o?si=Doau6xbCWsLvnjrI

A huge thank you to our distinguished panel speakers for an insightful conversation during AfricArena Nairobi Summit Day...
13/05/2026

A huge thank you to our distinguished panel speakers for an insightful conversation during AfricArena Nairobi Summit Day 2 (Climate Tech) 🌍 🇰🇪

“Rethinking the VC Model in Africa: Where Are We Now?”

Thank you to:
Akinyi Wavinya Ooko-Ombaka - Head of Portfolio Success,Madica
Marc Nyunzi - Manager, Capital Markets, FSD Africa
Lyndsay Holley Handler - Co-Founder & Managing Partner, Delta40 Venture Studio
Paul Breloff - Co-Founder & CEO, Shortlist Professionals
Ruth Bertens - Managing Partner & Founder, Pyramidia Ventures
🎤 Moderated by:
Mia von Koschitzky-Kimani - Managing Partner, Future Africa

The discussion unpacked how Africa’s venture capital landscape is evolving, and what it will take to build more sustainable, inclusive, and scalable funding models for startups across the continent.

🎥 Watch the session here:
https://www.youtube.com/live/YdOi9dhi5fs?si=bS_udG5VdtWiTPFW

A huge thank you to our outstanding panel speakers for an insightful discussion during AfricArena Nairobi Summit Day 2 (...
13/05/2026

A huge thank you to our outstanding panel speakers for an insightful discussion during AfricArena Nairobi Summit Day 2 (Climate Tech) 🌍♻️

“Equity vs Debt: Structuring the Right Capital Stack for Climate Startups”

Thank you to:
Michael Mutie - Investment Manager, Launch Africa Ventures
Utari Wanjohi - Investment Principal, E3 Capital
Toukam Ngoufanke - Partner, Persistent Capital
🎤 Moderated by:
Raj Kulasingam - Managing Director, SM River Ventures | Senior Counsel, Dentons

The conversation unpacked how different capital structures like equity, debt, and blended finance, can unlock scalable climate solutions across Africa.

🎥 Watch the discussion here:
https://www.youtube.com/live/YdOi9dhi5fs?si=bS_udG5VdtWiTPFW

A huge thank you to our incredible panel speakers for the insightful discussion and thought-provoking discussion on:“Fro...
12/05/2026

A huge thank you to our incredible panel speakers for the insightful discussion and thought-provoking discussion on:

“From Potential to Performance: The Path to Exit in Fintech for Africa” 💰🌍

Thank you to:
Apollo Sande - Country Manager, Kenya, Luno
Dario Giuliani - Founder & Managing Director, Briter
Alvaro Perezcano - Principal, Speedinvest
Jasiel Martin-Odoom - Africa Investment Officer, Accion Ventures
🎤 Moderated by:
Jessica Hope - Founder & CEO, Wimbart

From scaling sustainable fintech businesses to navigating investment cycles and exit opportunities, the discussion explored what it takes to move Africa’s fintech ecosystem from high potential to long-term performance.

Watch it here: https://www.youtube.com/live/7ReONI99BoI?si=gnwykEFwX59j9IUO

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