Johannesburg, South Africa, 7 August 2026

Registrations for the Global Entrepreneurship Congress Africa (GEC+Africa) 2026 are in full swing, marking the countdown to one of the continent’s most anticipated gatherings of entrepreneurs, investors, policymakers, corporates, and ecosystem enablers.

GEC+Africa will take place on 16-17 September 2026 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC), bringing together thousands of stakeholders from across Africa and the globe under the theme Connecting Africa. Delegates can expect two days of high-level plenary sessions, panel discussions, workshops, exhibitions, investor engagements, policy dialogues, pitching sessions, masterclasses, and networking opportunities designed to drive innovation, collaboration, and economic growth.

“GEC+Africa remains a platform for entrepreneurs and ecosystem leaders committed to shaping Africa’s economic future. By making General Delegate access free, we are broadening participation and ensuring that entrepreneurs from all backgrounds can be part of this important continental moment,” says Carmen Rudd, GEC+Africa Project Lead.

Delegates seeking deeper engagement may opt for Premium Delegate access, which includes priority seating, curated networking opportunities, and exclusive engagement spaces.