YouthConnekt Africa Summit 2026 in Kigali

About YouthConnekt Africa Summit 2026

The YouthConnekt Africa Summit 2026 returns to Kigali, Rwanda, from 25 to 27 November 2026 under the theme “Shape the Generational Mission.”

Organisers expect around 5,000 in-person delegates and 25,000 online participants for sessions on youth empowerment, entrepreneurship, innovation, leadership and technology.

Key Highlights

• Around 5,000 delegates in Kigali
• 25,000 online participants
• Entrepreneurship, innovation and technology
• Open to all education levels

Who Can Apply?

Young Africans — leaders, entrepreneurs, innovators, creators, youth advocates and early-career professionals.

Dates, Venue & Application Deadline

• Event dates: 25 November 2026 – 27 November 2026
• Location: Kigali, Rwanda
• Application deadline: Registration open – no closing date published yet
• Participants: about 5,000

Funding & Fees

Funding and fee details are published by the organiser on registration.

Why Attend?

One of the continent’s largest youth gatherings, with strong links to policymakers and investors.

Organiser

This summit is organised by YouthConnekt Africa (with the Government of Rwanda). Global Youth Conferences lists it to help young people discover international opportunities. No registration closing date has been published. Dates, fees and eligibility can change, so always confirm the final details on the organiser’s official website before applying or travelling.