Excitement is building across the continent as top industry leaders, innovators, and revolutionary partners prepare for the 12th Annual BiG Africa Summit 2026. The event will take place from 16 – 19 February 2026 at The Grand Palm Hotel Casino Convention Resort in Gaborone, Botswana. This edition is shaping up to redefine industry benchmarks, and organizers look forward to sharing the experience with the region’s finest talent and visionaries.
Alongside an incredible speaker lineup, the summit aims to showcase Botswana’s accelerating growth and game-changing opportunities as it returns to this rising powerhouse. As a flagship event, the organizers are committed to delivering groundbreaking insight into Africa’s evolving iGaming market and the strategic opportunities ahead. Attendees are invited to be part of one of the continent’s most forward-thinking gatherings.
A ‘BiG’ First: Curated Breakout Seminars for Every Focus
Due to overwhelming demand, the BiG Africa Summit 2026 will present concurrent breakout seminars to provide more personalized, hands-on learning. These sessions offer all attendees the opportunity to explore topics that matter most to the industry, participate in interactive discussions, and engage with peers and speakers. By focusing on specialized areas in depth, each seminar ensures participants leave with richer knowledge, actionable takeaways, and stronger connections across Africa’s gaming community.
- •African Regulatory Seminar: Tailored for regulators across Africa, focusing on adapting to evolving regulations, industry trends, and technological advancements.
- •African Operators’ Seminar: Equips gaming operators with insights into navigating regulatory landscapes, emerging markets, and sustainable growth strategies.
- •SPiCE Up Diversity Seminar: Promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion within gaming and tech industries through meaningful dialogue and actionable strategies.
- •Ethics and Compliance Seminar: Focuses on responsible gaming, safeguarding players, and overcoming cross-border regulatory challenges.
Your Need-to-Know Guide to the BiG Africa Summit 2026
What This Edition Brings You:
- •BiG Africa Summit 2026 Welcome Reception
The summit experience begins with an unforgettable evening showcasing Botswana’s rich culture and vibrant energy. Attendees can reconnect with colleagues, cultivate new partnerships, and enjoy exceptional entertainment, canapés, and drinks in a stunning setting, providing an ideal start to the event. - •Exclusive Pre- and Post-Event Networking Drinks
Designed to maximize high-value engagement, these sessions provide delegates with the space to swap insights, strengthen alliances, and grow their regional footprints in a relaxed setting. - •Expansive Exhibition Floor & Thriving Start-Up and Investor Ecosystem
The event features the continent’s most forward-looking showcase of solutions, technologies, and innovations shaping the future of gaming. Attendees can meet rising start-ups, ambitious founders, and investors seeking the next market-defining opportunity. - •Renowned Speaker Lineup & Leading Industry Participation
Hear directly from visionaries, regulators, CEOs, and futurists who are steering Africa’s regulatory evolution, digital transformation, and market expansion forward. - •Breakout Seminars & Cutting-Edge Discussion Topics
Benefit from tailored content streams that deep dive into the issues that matter most, such as regulatory clarity, operational excellence, responsible gaming, and inclusive leadership. - •Fast-Track Connections Evening
A high-energy, structured networking format designed to help attendees forge the right connections quickly and efficiently. - •The BiG Africa Summit Eventus Awards Dinner
Celebrate excellence and leadership across Africa’s gaming ecosystem at a prestigious awards evening honouring standout contributions and achievements. - •BiG Excursion & Farewell Dinner
The summit journey concludes with a memorable cultural excursion and a final evening of shared insights, reflections, and strengthened partnerships.
Who You’ll Be Meeting
Attendees can engage with a select group of renowned leaders at the forefront of Africa’s gaming transformation, including:
- •Blessing Makunda, Board Member, Zimbabwe Lotteries and Gaming Board
- •Emolemo Peter Kesitilwe, CEO, African iGaming Alliance
- •Geoffrey Muindi, Managing Director, Gaming NewsByte
- •Judith Glynn, Head of Responsible Gambling Policy and Education, Centre of Excellence in Responsible Gaming | University of Gibraltar
- •Justice Ditlhong, Head of Compliance, SuperSportBet
- •Moruntshi Kemorwale, Chief Executive Officer (Acting), Botswana Gambling Authority
- •Ngabe Franklin, iGaming Attorney, Prima Attorneys Law firm
- •Peter Mshikilwa, Managing Partner, Blue Strategic Consultancy Services
- •Portia Gaone Diteko, Responsible Gambling Manager, Botswana Gambling Authority
- •Simon Pepper, Chief Product Officer, Tola Mobile
- •Tsholofelo Mosa Makgoeng, Country Manager, SunBet Botswana
- •Zuko Phandle, Manager: Audit & Compliance, Eastern Cape Gambling Board
AND MANY MORE!
Celebrating Vision, Leadership & Innovation Across the Continent
The BiG Africa Summit Eventus Awards are back, shining a spotlight on the visionaries and innovators driving Africa’s iGaming industry forward. This high-profile evening celebrates excellence across five thoughtfully curated categories, recognizing companies and individuals whose leadership, creativity, and commitment are setting new benchmarks for success on the continent.
- UBUNTU LEADERSHIP AWARD | Awarded for Leadership Skills and Upliftment
This award celebrates an organization or individual that embodies the spirit of Ubuntu – a belief in shared success, humanity, and ethical practices. It honors exceptional leadership that uplifts the industry while fostering collaboration, innovation, and responsibility. - BAOBAB SUSTAINABILITY AWARD | Awarded for Sustainability and Responsible Gaming Practices
Named after the resilient and life-giving African baobab tree, this award recognizes the organization that has made the most significant strides in promoting sustainability, ethical gaming practices, and responsible business operations within the betting and iGaming industry. - SHINING SAVANNAH INNOVATOR AWARD | Awarded for Most Groundbreaking Innovation or Technological Advancement
This award honors the organization that has introduced the most groundbreaking innovation or technological advancement, transforming the African iGaming and betting sector while maintaining a focus on user experience, security, and ethics. - ZAMBEZI RISING STAR AWARD | Awarded for The Most Potential and Commitment to Excellence
Inspired by the mighty Zambezi River, this award celebrates an emerging company or individual making a powerful impact on the industry. It recognizes their potential, innovative contributions, and commitment to setting new benchmarks for excellence. - MUFASA SPEAKER EXCELLENCE AWARD | Awarded to The Best Speaker at The Conference
Named after the iconic leader from African folklore, this award is presented to the most inspiring and impactful speaker of the conference. It recognizes exceptional thought leadership, delivery, and the ability to address critical industry topics with insight and authority.
Nominations are now open. Submit a deserving leader today: https://www.bigafricasummit.com/big-africa-summit-awards-nomination
How to Get Involved & Secure Your Spot
Register as a delegate:
Secure your place at Africa’s premier gaming event and connect with the continent’s key stakeholders.
Register now: https://www.bigafricasummit.com/
Exhibit or Sponsor
Showcase your brand to an elite audience of gaming executives, regulators, and industry leaders. Sponsoring or exhibiting at the BiG Africa Summit 2026 offers a unique platform to elevate your presence, demonstrate thought leadership, and engage directly with decision-makers. For exhibition spaces, sponsorship packages, or custom branding opportunities, reach out to loumari@eventus-international.com or info@eventus-international.com, or visit the website for more details.
Speaking Opportunities
To share your expertise and influence the next wave of innovation in Africa’s gaming sector, contact natalie@eventus-international.com to discuss speaking opportunities.
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Don’t Miss the Continent’s Leading Platform for Gaming Strategy in 2026
With the 12th Annual BiG Africa Summit 2026 drawing near, newly confirmed headline speakers and a powerful lineup of ‘BiG’ discussion points are raising the bar for what promises to be an unmissable event for Africa’s gaming leaders.
The summit offers cutting-edge conversations, targeted seminars, exclusive networking opportunities, and a roadmap for sustainable, long-term growth. It is the platform where Africa’s gaming future takes form, ideal for those ready to elevate their footprint, build influential partnerships, or contribute to the continent’s most influential ideas.
Join the organizers in Gaborone as they shape the trajectory of gaming excellence for the decade ahead!