The countdown is on! In just one week, Lagos will host one of the most anticipated tech gatherings of the year — the AfricArena Lagos Summit 2025. Taking place on Wednesday, April 30 at the Eko Hotel and Suites in Victoria Island, this summit is set to shine a spotlight on West Africa’s most promising startups and innovators.
With a focus on fintech, mobility, logistics, energy, e-commerce, and agritech, the event promises to deliver groundbreaking ideas and investment opportunities that reflect the region’s vibrant tech ecosystem.
Connecting African Innovation with Global Capital
AfricArena has long positioned itself as a gateway for African startups to connect with global investors, corporate innovators, and venture capitalists. Built on a digital-first, open innovation model, AfricArena operates through investment summits, curated deal flows, and accelerator-style interventions that help startups scale and attract funding.
The Lagos Summit is the second leg of the AfricArena Tour 2025, following a successful kickoff in Johannesburg earlier this year. The next stop? Paris, where the European Summit will bring together African founders and global stakeholders.
A High-Stakes Stage for High-Impact Startups
Over 20 high-potential startups, from Seed to Series A stages, will pitch their innovations live to an audience of investors, industry experts, and fellow entrepreneurs. These ventures are developing scalable solutions to some of the continent’s most pressing challenges — from digital payments and clean energy to logistics and smart farming.
According to AfricArena, the summit will be a showcase of West African ingenuity, where startups will not only gain visibility but also the chance to secure crucial capital and strategic partnerships.
A Collaborative Effort to Elevate African Tech
The 2025 summit is being held in partnership with the African Private Equity and Venture Capital Association (AVCA) and is supported by key players in the tech and investment ecosystem, including AWS Startups, Redington, GIZ Techmybiz, GIZ SAIS, and Octerra Capital.
“We’re absolutely thrilled to be hosting our first major AfricArena Summit in Lagos, a city that is undeniably one of the powerhouses of African innovation,” said Christophe Viarnaud, Founder and CEO of AfricArena.
“Our collaboration with AVCA and the backing from AWS Startups, GIZ, and others underscores a united effort to foster real growth for African startups. This summit is a milestone in our mission to connect African innovation with global capital.”
Why the Lagos Summit Matters
Lagos is often called the Silicon Valley of Africa, and for good reason. As one of the continent’s most dynamic innovation hubs, the city provides the perfect backdrop for an event focused on unlocking Africa’s entrepreneurial potential.
The AfricArena Lagos Summit 2025 is more than just a tech conference — it’s a launchpad for startups, a matchmaking hub for investors, and a celebration of Africa’s future, built by its own innovators.
