FEWA AI CONFERENCE & EXHIBITION Leveraging AI for Inclusive Education & Sustainable Workforce Development.
Nairobi
Kenya
2026
FEWA AI CONFERENCE & EXHIBITION
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming industries globally, yet Africa faces unique challenges and opportunities in integrating AI into education and workforce development. With rapid technological advancements, there is an urgent need for policymakers, educators, and business leaders to collaborate in shaping an AI-ready Africa, especially in light of Education & The Future of Work.
We are pleased to announce the FEWA AI Conference & Exhibition 2026. The conference will be held at the Windsor Golf Hotel & Country Club, October 21st – 24th, Nairobi, Kenya. The Nairobi conference is preceded by two thematic preconference events, one in New York, USA (Concluded) and another in Kigali, Rwanda.
Background
Following our Special Accreditation to the UN Summit of the Future (SOTF) 2024, we had the privilege of hosting a special EdTech CEO roundtable on AI & The Future of Education and Work in Africa. It was held at the South Park Commons in Manhattan, New York (September 28, 2024). The forum was in partnership with Brisk Teaching, United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), Ecommerce Forum Africa, Morgan State University’s Centre for Equitable Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning Systems (CEAMLS) and Kenya Education Management Institute (KEMI). A second preconference will be held in Kigali Rwanda (October 21st – 23rd 2025) in partnership with GSMA during the MWC Kigali 2025 at the Kigali Convention Center.
FEWA AI Conference Overview
500+
Delegates
Pre-Arranged
Meetings
30+
Speakers & Panelists
4
Conference forums
3
Days & nights of networking
30+
Hours of content
30+
Exhibitors
3 Day
Algorithmic Sprint
New York
Pre-conference
28th September 2024
Concluded
Main Theme
Leveraging AI for Inclusive Education and Sustainable Workforce Development in Africa.
Expected Outcomes
- A Nairobi Declaration on AI in Education & Work, endorsed by governments and institutions.
- New partnerships between EdTech firms, governments, and investors.
- Policy recommendations for AI integration in African schools and industries.
- Investment commitments in African AI startups, education institutions and digital infrastructure.
Sub Themes
- AI in Education.
- AI & the Future of Work.
- Policy & Governance.
- Youth & Gender Inclusion.
Why Attend
- Strategic Insights: Learn from Global and African AI pioneers shaping education and labor markets.
- Networking: Engage with policymakers, investors, and tech leaders driving AI adoption.
- Actionable Solutions: Discover scalable AI tools and policies for immediate implementation. Investment Opportunities: Connect with innovators and funders in AI and EdTech. Pre-Conference Momentum: The New York and Kigali forums ensure foundational discussions and collaboration on digital infrastructure, AI talent development, EdTech and investment reflections precede the Nairobi Summit.
Tentative Program
DAY 1 - AI IN EDUCATION – TRANSFORMING LEARNING IN AFRICA
08:00 – 09:30
Registration & Networking
09:30 – 10:30
Opening Keynote: “AI as an Equalizer in African Education”
(Featuring a Global AI Leader & African Minister of Education)
10:30 – 12:00
Panel 1: “EdTech Revolution: AI-Powered Classrooms & Teacher
Support”
12:30– 13:30
Lunch & Exhibition (AI in Education Showcase)
13:30 – 15:00
Workshop 1: “Implementing AI for Personalized Learning in
Low-Resource Settings”
15:30 – 17:00
Fireside Chat: “Ethical AI in Schools: Data Privacy & Bias Mitigation”
18:00 – 20:00
Welcome Cocktail & Networking
DAY 2 - THE FUTURE OF WORK – SKILLS FOR AN AI-DRIVEN AFRICA
09:00 – 10:30
Keynote: “Will AI Create or Displace Jobs in Africa?” (Industry CEO & Labor Expert)
10:30 – 12:00
Panel 2: “Reskilling Africa: AI, Automation, and New Professions”
12:00 – 13:30
Lunch & Tech Demos (AI for Workforce Development)
13:30 – 15:00
Workshop 2: “Corporate-Academia Partnerships for AI-Ready
Graduates”
15:30 – 17:00
Investor Pitch Session: “Funding the Next Wave of African AI
Startups”
19:00 – 22:00
Gala Dinner & Awards (Recognizing AI & EdTech Innovators)
DAY 3 - POLICY, PARTNERSHIPS & THE WAY FORWARD
09:00 – 10:30
Ministerial Roundtable: “National AI Strategies for Education &
Employment”
10:30 – 12:00
Panel 3: “Public-Private Collaboration: Scaling AI Solutions Across
Africa”
12:00 – 13:30
Closing Keynote: “An AI-Enabled Africa: From Vision to Action”
13:30 – 15:00
Signing of Partnerships & Nairobi Declaration on AI in Africa
~ This is a tentative program and is subject to change as guided by the FEWA conference organizing committee.
Strategic Speaking & Branding Opportunity
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