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11 – 12 May 2026

Programme

Africa Forward 2026 unfolds across two days at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre, Nairobi. The detailed programme is being finalised and will be published in due course.

Day 1 11 May 2026

Business Forum

Africa Forward: Inspire & Connect

Approximately 1,500 high-level participants — business leaders, investors, SMEs, and young entrepreneurs — convene for structured networking, B2B matchmaking, and sector-focused workshops.

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Day 2 12 May 2026

The Summit

KICC, Nairobi

Heads of State and Government convene for the Opening Ceremony, seven thematic roundtables, a plenary on Peace & Security, and the Closing Ceremony with adoption of the Nairobi Declaration.

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Coming Soon

First Ladies’ Programme

Details will be announced shortly.

The detailed programme with specific session timings and room assignments will be published closer to the event.