Africa Startup Exco is a Pan-African platform created by AfCFTA connecting startups with capital, technology, investors, and opportunities.
The Pan-African platform connects startups with capital, technology, investors, and opportunities in line with AfCFTA’s trade and innovation goals.
The Pan-African platform supports Innovative African Startups in the ecosystem building in line with AfCFTA’s trade and innovation goals.
The program is designed to identify, support and showcase high-potential African startups by strengthening their business capabilities, facilitating market expansion, and fostering strategic partnerships.
Aligned with the broader objectives of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), this initiative contributes to advancing intra-African trade, promoting industrial development, and enabling African businesses to compete in global markets.
The African Startup Expo 2026, is designed and create a platform for thigh-potential African startups seeking to scale to come together beyond the continent and gain access to global markets. The event gathers startups, venture funds, accelerators, corporations, public institutions and tech leaders under one roof to build Africa’s next generation of unicorns.
How to apply for Africa Startup Exco Pan-African expo created 2026 – Links to Apply
African Startup Expo is the leading B2B event dedicated to African entrepreneurship, innovation and high-growth startups. The event gathers startups, venture funds, accelerators, corporations, public institutions and tech leaders under one roof to build Africa’s next generation of unicorns.
The programme would provide African startups with opportunities to strengthen their business models, improve competitiveness, and position themselves for international expansion in sectors such as fintech, e-commerce, logistics, agritech, manufacturing, and digital platforms stand to benefit significantly from the initiative.
What Businesses and Startups will Gain at the Startup Expo 2026
Qualified B2B leads and real investment opportunities, Direct, high-speed meetings that accelerate deal-making Strategic partnerships (VCs, incubators, institutions, corporates, tech hubs)Strong visibility across the African innovation ecosystem Direct feedback on your solutions, products, and programs Premium positioning as a key player in Africa’s startup growth.
Dates: December 3–5, 2026
Venue: Casablanca, Morocco. Casablanca, Morocco.
Program Objectives
• Foster startup growth across African markets
• Connect founders with investors and venture capital
• Promote emerging technologies and scalable business models
• Position Morocco as a continental innovation gateway
The event gathers startups, venture funds, accelerators, corporations, public institutions and tech leaders under one roof to build Africa’s next generation of unicorns.
Eligibility Criteria
The program is open to African startups that:
- Have innovative and scalable business models
- Demonstrate readiness for international expansion
- Operate within sectors aligned with AfCFTA priorities, including:
•Fintech
•AI
•VC
•SaaS
•Legal consulting
•Acceleration
•Logistics
•Manufacturing
•Digital platforms
Areas of Startup Development at the 2026 Startup Expo
Investment & Funding Capital Meets Innovation
- Investor matchmaking sessions
- Live pitch competitions
- VC & Business Angel networking
Technology & Innovation Building Africa’s Future
- AI, Fintech & DeepTech showcases
- Startup demo zones
- Tech innovation
Networking & Expansion: Connections That Scale
- Curated B2B meetings
- Ecosystem roundtables
- Pan-African partnership forums
How to Apply
Ready to Exhibit?
Request the participation brochure and discover the booth and sponsorship options aligned with your objectives.
Startups Can Register and Book their Spot 👉here
For Startup Expo Pass, used the 👉 Link
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