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Date & Time:
Monday, September 1, 2025 — Wednesday, September 3, 2025
🕙 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM EDT (Daily)
🌍 Equivalent to 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM (East Africa Time)
📍 Venue:
Toronto Grand Convention Centre
30 Baywood Road, Toronto, ON M9V 2Z8, Canada
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🔁 Refund Policy:
Full refunds available up to 7 days before the event.
🌟 About the Conference:
The International Conference on African Startups is a premier global event designed to spotlight the incredible innovation and entrepreneurial spirit emerging from the African continent. Hosted in Toronto, this three-day gathering will bring together visionary entrepreneurs, influential investors, policymakers, and ecosystem builders from across the globe — all united by a common goal: empowering African startups to thrive.
This dynamic conference offers a unique platform to:
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Discover ground-breaking startups led by African entrepreneurs
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Network with key stakeholders across the global startup ecosystem
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Attend thought-provoking panels, masterclasses, and pitch sessions
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Explore collaborative opportunities for investment, mentorship, and strategic partnerships
Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, an established founder, a venture capitalist, or simply curious about Africa’s booming tech and innovation landscape, this event will offer valuable insights and connections.
🌍 Inclusivity and Access:
To ensure wide participation from across the continent, the conference offers free admission to all African entrepreneurs and participants. We believe in fostering equitable access to global platforms for African talent.
🔒 Please note: A non-refundable processing fee of $120 CAD applies only if you request an invitation letter. Otherwise, participation is completely free for eligible attendees.
🎟 Ticket Options:
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General Admission – CA$420
(Open to non-African participants or organizations) -
African Entrepreneurs – FREE
(Includes full access to all conference sessions and networking opportunities)
🚀 Why Attend?
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Gain insights into emerging trends shaping Africa’s startup landscape
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Connect with global investors seeking new markets and talent
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Learn from successful African founders and global mentors
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Showcase your startup or business idea to a worldwide audience
Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of one of the most vibrant, forward-looking conversations around African entrepreneurship.
🌐 Join us in shaping the future of innovation in Africa — from the heart of Toronto to the soul of the continent.
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