Frequently asked questions
Below you will find most answers for your questions
GENERAL
African Startup Expo is the leading continental event dedicated to startups, innovation, venture capital and corporate innovation across Africa.
It is a high-impact exhibition and conference platform bringing together, over three days, startup founders, venture capital firms, angel investors, corporate leaders, accelerators, policymakers and technology innovators.
The event combines an Expo, Conferences, Pitch Sessions, Workshops and Curated Networking to foster collaboration, unlock funding opportunities, showcase emerging technologie and accelerate the growth of Africa’s innovation ecosystem.
African Startup Expo 2026 will be held on December 3rd, 4th, and 5th, 2026.
The event takes place in Casablanca, Morocco, as part of a major international business exhibition week.
African Startup Expo gathers key stakeholders from across Africa’s startup and investment ecosystem, including:
Startup founders and co-founders
Venture capital firms and angel investors
Corporate innovation and strategy leaders
Accelerators and incubators
Technology providers (AI, Fintech, SaaS, DeepTech)
Policymakers and ecosystem enablers
International investors and cross-border partners
It is where capital meets innovation, and where high-potential startups connect with decision-makers shaping Africa’s entrepreneurial future.
For more details, visit the Why Visit page.
To stay informed about speaker announcements, startup showcases, investor participation, and program updates:
- Subscribe to the official newsletter
- Follow African Startup Expo on social media
- Regularly visit the official website
Be the first to receive updates about tickets, pitch competitions, sponsorship opportunities, and curated networking sessions.
VENUE AND HOTELS
African Startup Expo 2026 will take place at:
Casablanca International Fair – OFEC
Casablanca, Morocco
It is one of the largest and most accessible exhibition venues in North Africa, hosting major international business events.
There are many ways to get to the venue of event:
-By Car: Casablanca International Fair - OFEC, Rue Doukalla, Casablanca 20030
-By Train: Casa Voyageurs or Casa Port train stations, then take the Tram or a Taxi
-By Plane: The Fair is located just 1 hour drive from Mohammed V International Airport
For the moment we have no recommendations, but we are working on it
The answer for this question will be available very soon.
TICKETS
You can purchase tickets by clicking on the button GET YOUR TICKET anywhere in the website.
No, we do not have a one-day ticket, all tickets are three-days tickets
You can contact us in the following email: hello@africanstartupexpo.com
No, you will need to show a valid ID upon picking up your badge. Badges can't be shared in between or during the days of the event
ATTENDING EVENT
Once you purchase your ticket, you will receive your e-badge through your email and that's it, and before you attend the event, make sure that you receive both your e-ticket and e-badge.
For any participant needing a visa to travel to Morocco, AFRICAN STARTUP EXPO can provide you with an invitation letter. To obtain your invitation letter to obtain the visa, you must be an Exhibitor or at least obtain the Advanced Ticket. You can then contact us on this email: hello@africanstartupexpo.com in order to receive instructions for requesting your invitation letter.
Please note that you will be asked for a processing fee of €89 excluding tax.
Please follow this procedure to request your letter of invitation to obtain the visa.
The AFRICAN STARTUP EXPO team is not responsible for obtaining your visa for Morocco.
No, you don't have to. Unless you are an exhibitor and you have a booth, it's highly recommended that you be there in advance to set everything up.
You can expect:
High-level keynote presentations
Investor panels
Founder success stories
Practical fundraising frameworks
Cross-border expansion insights
AI, fintech and emerging tech discussions
All sessions are designed to deliver actionable value and real-world insights.
There will be over 120 companies participating in the event, and for the list of exhibitors, they will be represented on the Sponsors and Partners pages.
PARTNERSHIPS
Yes. African Startup Expo welcomes speaker proposals from founders, investors and industry experts.
You can submit your proposal through the official website. All submissions are reviewed by the content committee.
The answer for this question will be available very soon.
We offer multiple sponsorship packages designed to maximize visibility, thought leadership, and deal flow opportunities.
Contact the partnerships team to receive the sponsorship brochure.
Email: hello@africanstartupexpo.com
For any additional inquiries regarding participation, partnerships, exhibition, startup pitches or investor access, please contact our team via this email: hello@africanstartupexpo.com
