The momentum is building across Africa’s gaming industry as preparations intensify for the 12th Annual BiG Africa Summit 2026, taking place from 16–19 February 2026 at The Grand Palm Hotel Casino Convention Resort in Gaborone, Botswana. Already regarded as one of the continent’s most influential gaming gatherings, next year’s edition is poised to elevate industry standards with fresh insights, expanded programmes, and a renewed focus on Africa’s fast-evolving iGaming landscape.
Botswana Takes Centre Stage
Returning to one of Africa’s most promising gaming hubs, the summit will place a spotlight on Botswana’s accelerating industry growth. Delegates can expect expert analysis, regulatory updates, and strategic conversations that address the continent’s shifting digital and operational dynamics. With leaders, innovators, regulators, and investors from across Africa converging under one roof, the 2026 summit is shaping up to be the most comprehensive yet.
New for 2026: Curated Breakout Seminars
For the first time, the summit will introduce concurrent breakout seminars, designed in response to strong demand for personalised, hands-on learning. Attendees can select sessions based on their professional focus, ensuring deeper engagement and actionable insights.
Featured seminars include:
- African Regulatory Seminar: For regulators adapting to new technologies and evolving policies.
- African Operators’ Seminar: Focused on operational excellence, regulatory navigation, and market expansion.
- SPiCE Up Diversity Seminar: Encouraging diversity, equity, and inclusion across gaming and tech sectors.
- Ethics & Compliance Seminar: Addressing responsible gaming and cross-border compliance challenges.
What Delegates Can Expect
The BiG Africa Summit 2026 offers a robust programme of networking, knowledge sharing, and high-value engagement. Key highlights include:
- Welcome Reception: A vibrant cultural evening to reconnect with peers and build new relationships.
- Pre- and Post-Event Networking Drinks: Curated spaces for informal yet meaningful business discussions.
- Expansive Exhibition Floor: Showcasing groundbreaking technologies, innovative solutions, and a thriving start-up–investor ecosystem.
- Renowned Speaker Lineup: Featuring regulators, CEOs, futurists, legal experts, and thought leaders shaping Africa’s gaming evolution.
- Fast-Track Connections Evening: A dynamic, structured networking format that accelerates deal-making and collaborations.
- Eventus Awards Dinner: Honouring excellence and leadership across Africa’s gaming sector.
- BiG Excursion & Farewell Dinner: A cultural finale celebrating shared learnings and new partnerships.
Industry Leaders You’ll Meet
The summit will host a distinguished roster of high-level speakers, including:
Blessing Makunda (Zimbabwe Lotteries and Gaming Board), Emolemo Peter Kesitilwe (African iGaming Alliance), Geoffrey Muindi (Gaming NewsByte), Judith Glynn (University of Gibraltar), Justice Ditlhong (SuperSportBet), Moruntshi Kemorwale (Botswana Gambling Authority), Ngabe Franklin (Prima Attorneys), Simon Pepper (Tola Mobile), and many more.
Eventus Awards: Celebrating Vision & Impact
The BiG Africa Summit Eventus Awards return with five categories spotlighting those pushing the boundaries of leadership, innovation, sustainability, and thought leadership. Categories include the Ubuntu Leadership Award, Baobab Sustainability Award, Shining Savannah Innovator Award, Zambezi Rising Star Award, and Mufasa Speaker Excellence Award.
Nominations are open now.
Be Part of Africa’s Premier Gaming Platform
Registrations for delegates, sponsors, and exhibitors are now open at bigafricasummit.com. Organisations seeking brand visibility, industry influence, or strategic partnerships can explore sponsorship and exhibition options. Speaking opportunities are also available for experts looking to shape Africa’s next wave of gaming advancement.
Shaping the Future of African Gaming
With cutting-edge discussions, personalised seminars, high-powered networking, and a forward-looking agenda, the BiG Africa Summit 2026 promises an unmissable experience for all gaming stakeholders. Join industry leaders in Gaborone as the continent charts its path toward a more dynamic, responsible, and innovative gaming future.
