The Africa Tech Summit Nairobi has announced its partnership with Raenest, a leading Nigerian fintech, as the headline sponsor for the second consecutive year. This collaboration sets the stage for the seventh edition of the summit, scheduled to take place on February 12th and 13th, 2025, at the Sarit Expo Centre, Nairobi. The event promises to be a milestone gathering for Africa’s tech ecosystem.

Expanding the Horizon of African Tech

Now recognized as the largest tech event in the region, Africa Tech Summit Nairobi 2025 is expected to draw over 2,000 delegates, including industry leaders, investors, corporates, and international delegations. The summit will feature four key tracks:

Africa Money & DeFi Summit
Africa Climate Tech & Investment Summit
Africa Startup Summit
Africa Mobile & App Summit

This year’s agenda includes fireside chats, panel discussions, keynote addresses, and masterclasses, fostering an environment for knowledge sharing and meaningful collaborations. The event will also host the Africa Tech Summit Awards and Investment Showcase, both geared toward celebrating innovation and connecting startups with global investors.

A Platform for Innovation and Global Connectivity

Raenest’s continued partnership underscores its commitment to supporting Africa’s tech ecosystem. The fintech, known for its flagship platform Geegpay, enables African freelancers, entrepreneurs, and businesses to manage international transactions with ease. Geegpay offers virtual USD, GBP, and EUR bank accounts, allowing professionals to receive payments globally and access a suite of financial tools designed for global operations.

Victor Alde, CEO and Co-Founder of Raenest, emphasized the importance of this partnership:

“We are thrilled to continue as the headline sponsor of Africa Tech Summit Nairobi. This platform celebrates African innovation and connects the continent to the global economy. At Raenest, we’re not just creating financial solutions — we’re building bridges to help Africa thrive on the global stage.”

Through its offerings, Raenest simplifies cross-border operations, equipping African professionals and businesses with tools to scale internationally, including virtual and physical corporate cards, automated invoicing, multi-currency wallets, and secure global money transfer capabilities.

Building on Past Success

The 2024 summit attracted 1,750 delegates and 800 companies from 64 countries, cementing its reputation as a cornerstone event for African tech. For 2025, Africa Tech Summit is raising the bar, with an even larger audience and expanded opportunities for participants.

Andrew Fassnidge, Founder of Africa Tech Summit, expressed excitement about Raenest’s renewed sponsorship:

“We’re delighted to welcome Raenest back as our headline partner. Their dedication to empowering African businesses perfectly aligns with our mission to connect and scale ventures across the continent.”

Opportunities for Startups and Innovators

The Africa Tech Summit Awards and Investment Showcase are key highlights for 2025. These initiatives aim to spotlight outstanding achievements in tech and connect startups with funding opportunities.

Awards Submission Deadline: December 5, 2024
Investment Showcase Deadline: December 19, 2024

These programs reflect the summit’s dedication to fostering innovation and providing tangible pathways for growth.

Tickets Now Available

Early bird passes are now on sale, offering tech enthusiasts and professionals an opportunity to be part of the most significant tech event in the region.