The Africa Soft Power Summit is returning for its fourth consecutive year – bigger, bolder, and better!
From May 21st to 25th, 2025, the city of Nairobi, Kenya will host the premier event for Africa’s creative and tech industries and women’s leadership. Building on the momentum of our previous summits, the 2025 edition promises to be our most impactful yet, convening visionaries, innovators, and leaders from across Africa and global diaspora communities.
As the “beating heart of East Africa”, Nairobi offers a unique blend of creativity, innovation, and influence—providing the perfect stage to explore the intersection of culture, creativity, commerce, innovation, and Africa’s global impact.
This year’s move to Nairobi builds on the success of previous editions held in Kigali, Rwanda. The move to Nairobi is a strategic decision. Kigali was an exceptional host for three years, helping us build strong foundations.
Nairobi provides an opportunity to tap into a broader regional ecosystem while reinforcing the pan-African vision at the heart of our mission”.
– Nkiru Balonwu
Founder, ASP Group
Explore
The vibrant intersection of Africa’s creative, tech, and cultural industries, and their growing influence on the global stage.
Connect
With trailblazers, visionaries, and changemakers from across the continent and the African diaspora, forging impactful partnerships and collaborations.
Discover
Innovative solutions and authentic African perspectives on pressing global issues, from climate change and AI to security and women’s leadership.
Celebrate
Africa’s creative and tech excellence as engines of economic growth and drivers of global narratives,
HOW CAN YOU GET INVOLVED?:
- Become a partner: Gain immersive understanding of Africa’s current business ecosystems, across different nations and in terms of how the continent interacts – and transacts – with the wider world. Tell your story along the way and connect with decision-makers, innovators, and change agents!
- Speak: We’re always seeking fresh voices and perspectives. Share your expertise, insights, and vision with an audience of global leaders and changemakers.
- Attend: Be more than an observer—become an active participant in the conversations reshaping Africa’s global influence.
Stay tuned for more updates, including the unveiling of our speakers, agenda, and more! Early bird registration opens soon!
HELLO NAIROBI!
Nairobi is the capital and largest city of Kenya. The name is derived from the Maasai phrase Enkare Nairobi, which translates to ‘place of cool waters’, a reference to the Nairobi River which flows through the city.
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