Bringing the region’s most ambitious founders face-to-face with the investors, partners and startups who can move their companies forward. Join us in Nairobi this December for two days built around the conversations that lead to your next customer, next investor, or next big step.
The Latitude59 Kenya Pitch Competition is on the hunt for the most promising B2B startups on the continent. Make the top 10 and you’ll pitch live at L59 Kenya 2026 for a fast-track to our flagship conference in Tallinn and more prizes.
We’re looking for early-stage B2B startups with proven traction and core team based in Africa. If you have a functioning MVP with clear traction, and are actively fundraising, we want to hear from you.
This is your shot to:
Eligible startups:
Early-stage B2B startups with proven traction and a core team based in Africa.
Startups should have a functioning MVP with clear traction and be actively fundraising.
Demo your product, meet investors and customers, and gather the direct feedback that moves your business forward.
Each booth comes with two startup tickets.
Booths are limited — secure yours early.
Latitude59’s Pitch Competition puts promising early-stage startups on the main stage in front of investors, partners, media and the wider startup community.
Top teams also receive visibility, preparation support, and pitch training ahead of the event.
Latitude59’s matchmaking is designed to help founders connect with the people most relevant to their goals.
The feature opens in the Latitude59 app ahead of the event, so you can line up meetings in advance or connect on-site at the Matchmaking Area.
Ticket holders also get the full list of attending investors and funds as soon as it’s ready.
We create a platform for startups looking to raise, grow, and build the right relationships at the right time. Whether it’s through matchmaking, investment opportunities, or the pitch competition, Latitude59 is where founders turn ideas into reality.
€5M+
has been invested at pitch competitions in Estonia and Kenya since 2018
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startups have received an investment on L59 stage since 2018
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startups have applied to Latitude59 pitch competitions since 2018
Got any questions or want be a part of the L59 movement, making an impact in the global startup & tech scene? Let’s talk. Email us at info@latitude59.ee!
Krista Meinarde
Investor-Startup Relations
krista@latitude59.ee
See you at Latitude59 x Kenya on December 3-4, 2026 in Nairobi.
