The Main Stage is loaded with bold conversations. You’ll hear from founders, policymakers, investors, and ecosystem leaders exploring the big questions shaping Africa’s tech future:

• How to build companies that survive the post-hype era
• Opportunities and challenges in Africa-Europe collaboration
• The future of green, health, civic, agri-tech, and frontier innovation
• Diversity and inclusion in tech, with stories from leading female founders
• Real-world strategies for funding, scaling, and building sustainable startups

But that’s only half the story.

Beyond the Main Stage, the venue comes alive with DGI Summit workshops, masterclasses, a pitching stage, and a demo area, giving you an inside look at the people building, scaling, funding, and transforming Africa’s tech economy.

Here’s what not to miss:

Day 1 – Thursday, December 4

Day 1 is all about bold stories, inspiration, and high-level thinking. Founders, policymakers, and ecosystem leaders take the stage to share what really matters in building sustainable, scalable businesses in Africa.

Main Stage highlights:

• Ecosystem stories set the tone for the entire conference. In the opening sessions, you’ll hear directly from builders and leaders who have launched and scaled companies. Their journeys, lessons, and insights are designed to inspire the next generation of founders, featuring Martin Kiarie of Solvit, Michelle Watiki of Duck, Chisom Anoke of Yango and many more.
• Keynote: How Estonia Became an IT and Startup Superpower? By Co-founder of Koos.io, Taavi Kotka – Estonia is one of the world’s leading digital societies. In his talk, Taavi will share the secrets of this journey, with a special focus on empowering girls and women.
• Keynote: How To Be Part of the New Generation of Builders in Africa by CEO of Kood, Lauri Haav – This session explores how peer-driven, project-based learning can unlock tech talent in Africa and create pathways to 1 million new tech jobs in Kenya.

Pitching Stage:

A special stage dedicated to the continent’s boldest startups, featuring over 30 founders pitching their innovative solutions live to investors, partners, industry experts, and fellow entrepreneurs. The organizations presenting their startups include: Strathmore University, Startup Grind, GrowthAfrica, Antler, DGIx Digital & Green Innovation Accelerator, Bolt, and Impact Hub Nairobi. 

Masterclasses in Room 1 and Room 2: 

These are hands-on sessions designed for founders, investors, and ecosystem leaders who want to understand trends, explore opportunities, and gain actionable insights.

Led by Belva Digital, Amref Health Africa, Estonian Centre for International Development (ESTDEV), Diligence Africa, Kantar, Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH, and House of Genius, covering:

• AI automation and evolving consumer behavior
• Startup problem-solving clinics
• Financial tools for women innovators
• Turning research into real-world impact

Day 2 – Friday, 5 December

Day 2 is designed for early-stage teams, focusing on hands-on learning, practical skills, and building sustainable businesses from day one.

Main Stage highlights:

• Doing Business in Africa: What ChatGPT Doesn’t Know with Joel Karubiu (EIS), Gert Miltop (Helmes) & Weyinmi Aghadiuno (Bolt)
• Turning Climate Challenges Into Revenue Streams with Kelvin Muriuki (Taka Earth), Angela Koki (Diligence Africa), Sheena Raikundalia (Kuza One) – Green innovation is now a key revenue driver and competitive advantage, and founders in Africa and Europe must navigate investment flows, policies, and market demand to turn sustainability into business impact.

• Panel discussion – Women in Tech: One Size Doesn’t Fit All with Monicah Muhoya, Julia Rotich and Susan Gatura – In this talk local female powerhouses talk about the diverse careers women in tech are building in Africa. 
• The Latitude59 Final Pitch Competition – top 10 startups present their ideas live and compete for the syndicate of up to $50,000, powered by NaiBAN.

Pitching Stage:

The tables turn and investors take the stage to pitch themselves to founders. You’ll hear from Marie Nielsen (Antler), Kevin Mwasigwa (Safaricom PLC Ventures), Nonnie Wanjihia Burbidge (Enza Capital), Priit Uustulnd (Startup Wise Guys), Philippe Griffiths (TLcom Capital LLP Ventures) as they share what they’re looking for, the opportunities they’re excited about, and how they support startups beyond capital.

Hosted by Alan M., Program Manager at 500 Global, this session offers a candid look into what makes them the right partners for your next stage of growth.

Masterclasses in Room 1 and Room 2 is where teams get actionable knowledge they can implement immediately, from hiring to product building, to scaling and growth strategies.

Led by led by Talent Safari, Chidi Afulezi, Carolyne Kendi MCIM, Grace Murugi, and Twiva, covering:

• Building world-class teams
• Product development strategies
• Branding, AI, and digital growth
• Influencer marketing for startups

Digital & Green Innovation (DGI) Summit

For the first time in Kenya, Latitude59 hosts a 2-day Digital & Green Innovation Summit, co-created by the European Commission, Germany, and France, and implemented by GIZ, AFD, Expertise France, Enabel, ESTDEV, and RVO.

This is a hands-on space for African and European innovators:

• Deep-dive workshops and masterclasses
• Policy roundtables and research insights
• Live startup pitches showcasing Africa’s most promising digital and green solutions

Key focus areas:

• Carbon markets and climate finance
• Circular economy and e-waste solutions
• Innovation financing and digital policy
• Skills for the green economy
• Africa-Europe collaboration for sustainable transformation

Built on the momentum of the EU–Africa digital partnership, the Summit gathers African innovators, investors, policymakers, and global partners to co-create pathways for sustainable, human-centred digital transformation and green innovation.

All the extra buzz:

🔹 Expo Area

Over 30 startups from Africa and Europe showcase their products to investors and customers, gather real-time feedback, conduct market research, and attract media attention.

🔹 Side Event: Padel Tournament by Mingloft

On December 5 from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM, join founders, investors and ecosystem builders on the padel courts, or simply come for the music, drinks and real connections. Grab your ticket here. 

🔹 Official L59 Afterparty

Latitude59 Kenya Edition Day 1 will get an ending at Masshouse at 6:30 PM, with an afterparty to rock your socks off, free of charge for all conference attendees upon showcasing the Latitude59 badge (friends are welcome – they can grab a ticket here).

Don’t Miss It

Grab a ticket to join Latitude59 Kenya Edition 2025 and dive into the program, the networking, the workshops, the side-happenings and more!

See you on December 4–5. ASK Dome, Nairobi. ✨