The Conference
Three days that move African football forward.
A conference, an exhibition and a deal room — all under one roof at the iconic Kigali Convention Centre.
Venue
Kigali Convention Centre, Rwanda
Dates
10 – 12 October 2026
Format
Conference + Exhibition + Showcase
Programme
Schedule Breakdown
Day 1
Sat · 10 Oct
Opening & Vision
Official opening ceremony, keynote on the State of African Football and a vision panel with federation leaders.
Day 2
Sun · 11 Oct
Investment, Innovation & Deal Room
Club ownership models, infrastructure financing, media rights, football tech showcase and curated 1:1 investor meetings.
Day 3
Mon · 12 Oct
Showcase & Closing
Player showcase, awards gala, and the IFA Kigali Declaration.