21st

22nd

23rd

24th

OCTOBER 2026

CONFERENCE | EXHIBITION | EXECUTIVE MASTERCLASS | SIDE EVENTS

FEWA AI CONFERENCE 2026

Theme: Leveraging AI for Inclusive Education & Sustainable Workforce Development.

The FEWA Project

FEWA, an acronym for ‘Future of Education & Work in Africa’ is a flagship project designed to reimagine the Future of Education and Work through the agency of Artificial Intelligence. Education & Work in the 21st Century is one continuum, not two different silos with AI as the prime catalyst.

The current disruption across global industries and education systems is not a threat, but Africa's greatest opportunity to leap forward. FEWA provides the new map for this new territory, serving as the critical collaboration platform for leaders ready to build an agile, resilient, and AI-powered Africa. In a world where traditional frameworks no longer guide us, FEWA pioneers a bold, innovative path forward.

28th September 2024

New York
Pre-conference

Following our special accreditation to the UN Summit of the Future (SOTF), we hosted a pre-conference forum in September, 2024 at the South Park Commons in Manhattan, New York.

The forum focused on Artificial Intelligence (AI) integration in Education & the Future of  Work in Africa

Concluded

  23rd October 2025

Kigali
Pre-conference

A second Pre-Conference focused on driving AI Innovation in Education and Workforce Development.

The forum is an exclusive partnership with GSMA and will be collocated during the MWC Kigali 2025 at the Kigali Convention Centre.

21st – 24th October 2026

Nairobi
FEWA AI Conference

A Global AI Conference focused on bridging the Gap in AI, Education & the Future of Work in Africa. The forum will host an Innovation Showcase, an Executive Masterclass, Side events, Swing for AI Networking Golf Charity Cup and a Hackathon. It will be a confluence of Public, Private and Multilateral sectors and will feature delegates from across Africa and Internationally.

Reskilling for AI-driven Industries

AI for Multilingual Education

AI as an Equalizer in Education

Teacher AI Literacy

Why Attend FEWA AI Conference 2026

The FEWA AI Conference 2026 is the Global Forum where Africa’s Future in AI, Education, and Work is being written. More than a conference, it is a powerful confluence of Public, Private, and Multilateral leaders from across Africa and around the world. Delegates gain exclusive access to an Innovation Showcase, Executive Masterclass, High-Level Side Events, the Swing for AI Networking Golf Charity Cup, and a Hackathon spotlighting Africa’s next generation of AI Innovators. Be Part of shaping Strategy, forge Alliances, and unlock Opportunities that will define Africa’s role in the AI age.

Key Conference Panels

Asset-4@4x
ALGORITHMIC BIAS & ETHICAL CONSIDERATIONS IN AI
Asset-3@4x
AI, MICRO
CREDENTIALS & THE
FUTURE OF HIGHER
EDUCATION IN AFRICA
Asset-1@4x
AI, REMOTE WORK,
GIG ECONOMY, &
THE FUTURE OF
WORK IN AFRICA
Asset-2@4x
ACCELERATING AI LITERACY – EDUCATION SECTOR

Curating Africa's foot print in the Global Future of AI in Education & Workforce development.

Key Conference Topics

 

Financing Africa's AI, Digital infrastructure & connectivity

AI as an Equalizer in Education

AI, Remote Work, Gig Economy & The Future of Work In Africa

EdTech Start-up Opportunities

Assessing Teacher AI Literacy in Africa

Comparative analysis of National AI strategies in Africa

Generative AI & Education in Africa

AI for Multilingual Education

AI, Youth & Gender inclusion: empowering the next generation

AI, Microcredentials & Higher Education In Africa

Re-thinking the role of STEM & TVET in the age of aI

Reskilling & Upskilling for AI-driven Industries

Strategic Speaking & Branding Opportunity

We’re seeking dynamic speakers to lead conversations on this year’s key conference topics. Whether you’re launching a new product, discussing challenges or looking for partners to bring future innovations to life – FEWA AI conference offers a unique platform to engage with your target audience.

Showcase your organization to a world class audience.

Voices of Impact

 
Equity & Access

“Education is the ultimate means of ensuring an equitable society. It is the greatest equalizer of our time.”

H.E. Dr. William Ruto

President of the Republic of Kenya

FEWA Link: This conviction drives FEWA’s mission to close Africa’s $100B education financing gap through AI-powered, equitable learning systems.

Agency & Ownership

“Africa’s story has been written by others; we need to own our problems and solutions and write our story.”

 — H.E. Paul Kagame

President of the Republic of Rwanda

FEWA Link: FEWA responds to this call by building African-led AI innovation pipelines—ensuring the continent leapfrogs into the 4th Industrial Revolution on its own terms.

Future-Ready Education

“Our task is to educate their whole being so they can face the future… Creativity is as important in education as literacy.”

Sir. Ken Robinson

Renowned Education and Creativity Expert

FEWA Link: This belief inspires FEWA’s work in micro-credentials, AI tutors, and creative learning models that prepare Africa’s youth for the algorithmic age.

In Line With

 

Recognition

 

Special Accreditation to the United Nations Summit of the Future in New York, USA.

Special Accreditation to the 4th International Conference on Finance for Development in Sevilla, Spain.

Featured Speaker Engagement at the International Forum of UNESCO Chairsand Partners, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, convened by the African Union Commission and UNESCO.

Permanent Exhibition Showcase at the AU–EU Innovation Fair in Cape Town, South Africa.

Thank You to Our Strategic Partners