disruptED Africa Summit 2026
Africa's Education, Digital Economy & Capital Future Conference
disruptED Africa Summit 2026 in Numbers
African Country
Nigeria - Lagos
Participants
Students, Founders & Leaders
Sessions & Workshops
Across 2 Days
Pitch Competitions
EdTech & Innovation Tracks
Expert Speakers
Ministers, Investors & Innovators
Days of Impact
January 29-30, 2026
Why You Should Be in the Room
Over 53% of young Africans are locked out of higher education, yet Africa is the fastest-growing digital market and the next billion-consumer economy.
This is where education, technology, finance, and talent collide to rewrite Africa's next decade.
Design Africa's Future
Collaborate directly with ministers, policymakers, and leaders shaping education policy, financing, and market infrastructure for Africa's next decade.
Strategic Connections
Access investors, policymakers, universities, and founders in one room. Connect with every strategic decision-maker you need in a single platform.
Discover Top Talent
Gain early access to Africa's brightest future founders, researchers, and category-defining talent before the competition.
Launch & Scale
Launch products, scholarships, funds, and careers with instant traction from 2,000+ engaged future customers and partners.
Strategic Influence
Shape narratives, ecosystems, and solutions that define how Africa will learn, work, transact, and compete globally.
LAGOS, NIGERIA
January 29-30, 2026
Join us at Africa's innovation capital for two transformative days of education, technology, and capital convergence. Lagos sets the stage for Africa's educational revolution.
Guest of Honor
We are honored to welcome Nigeria's Minister of Education to the disruptED Africa Summit 2026
Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa
Hon. Minister of Education, Nigeria
Leading Nigeria's education transformation and championing policies to unlock opportunities for millions of African students. Dr. Alausa brings invaluable insights into the future of education policy, digital economy integration, and youth empowerment across the continent.
Who Should Attend?
A solutions marketplace and deal-making arena bringing together Africa's most influential education and digital economy stakeholders
Ministers & Policymakers
Government officials and multilateral organizations shaping education and digital economy policies
Global Universities
International institutions seeking partnerships and student recruitment opportunities in Africa
EdTech Innovators
Technology companies and startups revolutionizing education delivery and access
Investors & VCs
Venture capital firms and angel investors looking for high-impact education opportunities
Development Finance
DFIs and impact investors funding sustainable education and workforce development
Employers & Recruiters
Companies seeking to connect with Africa's emerging talent pool and future workforce
International Organizations
NGOs and multilateral bodies working on education access and quality improvement
Students & Youth Leaders
2,000+ African students and emerging leaders ready to shape the continent's future
Join the conversation that will shape the future of African education and digital economy
Register Your InterestSignature Tracks & Live Intelligence Platforms
Two days of high-impact sessions designed to unlock opportunities, forge partnerships, and shape Africa's education and digital economy future.
Day 1 – January 29, 2026
Day 2 – January 30, 2026
Sponsorship Packages
Position your brand at the forefront of Africa's education and digital economy transformation.
BRONZE
₦3M / $2K
- Brand visibility across summit
- Exhibition space
- Category presence
- Logo on marketing materials
SILVER
₦8M / $5.5K
- All Bronze benefits
- Brand showcase activation
- Lead capture access
- Speaker moment (10 mins)
- Social media promotion
GOLD
₦15M / $10K
- All Silver benefits
- Lead a full summit track
- Keynote speaking opportunity
- Investor/government influence
- Attendee data access
- VIP networking access
PLATINUM
₦25M / $17K
- All Gold benefits
- Co-title sponsor status
- Policy-room authority
- Full track ownership
- Premium booth location
- Exclusive ministerial access
- Post-event report inclusion
Every sponsor receives full track branding rights, lead & data capture access, partnership privileges, and stage positioning.
Secure Your Spot at disruptED Africa 2026
Join 2,000+ students, innovators, ministers, investors, and education leaders shaping Africa's future.
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