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Beyond Africa Conference 2026

The world’s leading conference for Africans in global AI, bringing founders, engineers, investors, and operators together in Austin.

November 7, 2026

7:00 AM to 5:00 PM CST

Pflugerville, United States

Beyond Africa Conference 2026 poster featuring confirmed speakers

About this event

Beyond Africa brings more than 1,000 founders, engineers, investors, operators, and ambitious professionals into one room for practical learning and meaningful relationships. The programme spans two stages, keynotes, panels, workshops, curated networking, a private VIP dinner on November 6, and a complimentary Afrobeat after-party.

Artificial intelligenceFintech and wealthStartups and VCCareers and immigrationGlobal expansion

Agenda

What to expect

November 6 · Private VIP dinner for founders, investors, and select speakers

November 7 · Main-stage keynotes and two-stage talks

Hands-on masterclasses and curated networking

Artificial intelligence, fintech, venture capital, careers, immigration, and global expansion

Complimentary Afrobeat after-party from 10 PM to 4 AM