UK Government-backed initiative introduces coordinated support to improve how African founders access the UK market
London, UK – 19th May 2026: The UK’s Department for Business and Trade – Africa is backing the launch of the UK–Africa Ecosystem Week, the UK’s first coordinated, pan-African support programme delivered during London Tech Week. Powered by the UK–Africa Sandbox and Ventures 54 in partnership with the UK Department for Business & Trade (DBT), the UK South Africa Tech Hub, the UK Nigeria Tech Hub, London & Partners and the Mayor of London’s office, the initiative marks a new phase in the UK’s emergence as a global launchpad for African technology companies.
The UK-Africa Ecosystem Week introduces a fully structured approach to participation at London Tech Week, one of the world’s largest annual technology gatherings, attracting over 100,000 attendees across more than 500 events. Founders will be able to benefit from a curated, week-long experience designed to help them access and navigate opportunities more effectively and achieve their business growth goals.
The initiative provides a coordinated support layer across the week, including curated sessions, concierge support, dedicated workspaces and a flagship UK–Africa Ecosystem Day bringing together key market entry stakeholders and the wider UK-Africa tech ecosystem to support African Founders and Delegations in London that week.
