FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can attend GEC+Africa?

GEC+Africa is open to a diverse range of participants including entrepreneurs, business professionals, investors, ESOs, policymakers and anyone interested in the field of entrepreneurship and innovation in Africa.

Ticket Categories

Premium Delegate

Who qualifies?
Entrepreneurs, investors, policymakers, development partners, and corporates seeking an all-inclusive GEC+Africa 2026 experience, with exclusive networking opportunities and premium access.

What’s included in your ticket?

Full access to all public sessions, workshops, and plenaries.
Access to the GEC+Africa 2026 Exhibition Hall featuring Startups, corporates, ESOs, and country showcases.
Priority seating at keynote sessions.
Access to the GEC+Africa event app to schedule meetings and connect with attendees at premium lounge.
Networking opportunities with investors, policymakers, and global ecosystem leaders at the Networking Cocktail and other closed networking events.

Ticket Cost: $150

General Delegate

Who qualifies?
Open to all entrepreneurs, MSMEs, Startups, investors, corporates, ecosystem enablers, policymakers, academics, and professionals with an interest in Africa’s entrepreneurship ecosystem.

What’s included in your ticket?

Access to the GEC+Africa 2026 Exhibition Hall featuring Startups, corporates, ESOs, and country showcases.
Entry to selected breakout sessions, panel discussions, and workshops.
Access to the GEC+Africa event app to schedule meetings and connect with attendees.
Daily refreshments and light meals at designated networking areas.

Ticket Cost: Free

How much is the ticket?

General Delegates: Free
Premium Delegates: US$150

Who will pay for accommodation?

The congress attendees are responsible for covering the costs of their accommodation, travel and food. Please click here to get information on travel packages and recommended hotels in the vicinity of the conference venue.

Parking Details

Parking facilities will be available for attendees in P1, P3, and P5 parking bays.
A dedicated desk will be available on-site where parking tickets can be purchased at the standard rate.

Who will pay for the Visa application fee?

The congress attendees are required to handle the process and expenses associated with obtaining the necessary visas for attending the GEC+Africa.

How will I know that I am registered?

A confirmation of registration email will be sent to you.

Will the congress be live streamed?

No, the congress will not be live streamed.

What are the benefits of exhibiting at the GEC+Africa?

Exhibiting at the GEC+Africa offers many benefits, including exposure to a global audience, accessing potential clients and investors.

In March 2024, Cape Town hosted the first-ever Global Entrepreneurship Congress Africa (GEC+Africa), drawing over 2,000 delegates from across Africa and around the world. Startups, MSMEs, investors, corporates, policymakers, and ecosystem leaders came together for two powerful days that set bold new goals for entrepreneurship on the continent.

The Congress

Useful Links

Gen Global

The Global Entrepreneurship Network is a 501(c)3 organisation that operates an array of programmes in 200 countries aimed at making it easier for anyone, anywhere to start and scale a business.

22 On Sloane

22 On Sloane is Africa’s largest entrepreneurship campus, enabling Startups and MSMEs to scale through expert programmes, funding opportunities, and access to global markets.