Algiers, Algeria – Algeria is set to host the fourth edition of the African Startup Conference, the continent’s largest event dedicated to innovation and entrepreneurship. The conference, kicking off tomorrow, is expected to draw over 25,000 participants from across Africa and beyond.
Under the theme “Supporting the Rise of African Champions,” the event will take place at the Abdellatif Rahal International Conference Center from December 6th to 8th. Held under the high patronage of President Abdelmadjid Tebboune, the conference has become a strategic platform for building a robust African innovation ecosystem, capable of strengthening the continent’s technological and economic sovereignty.
Organized by the Ministry of Knowledge Economy, Startups, and Micro-enterprises, in collaboration with the public accelerator “Algeria Venture,” the event will feature over 35 ministerial delegations and 200 exhibitors representing institutions and experts from Africa and other regions. More than 300 international experts in various fields of innovation will also be in attendance.
The conference will welcome 150 international investors, entrepreneurs, project holders, incubators, and representatives from international organizations, creating a vast space for building partnerships and financing startups.
Rwanda will be the guest of honor this year, recognizing its African leadership in technology and innovation, and reflecting Algeria’s desire to strengthen cooperation with leading countries in the digital economy.
During a recent cabinet meeting, the President emphasized the importance of the conference, describing it as a “vital artery connecting African countries to the world.” He stressed that the move towards a startup economy, based on an African-African cooperation model, is the most effective option for building a strong, diversified economy based on science and innovation. The conference will highlight the success stories of African champions who have built leading enterprises.
