From 6 to 8 December 2025, the Algerian capital became the continental centre of innovation and entrepreneurship as it hosted the fourth African Startup Conference. Tens of thousands of entrepreneurs, policymakers, investors and technology leaders arrived from across Africa, united by the ambitious theme "Raising African Champions." The atmosphere reflected an increasing determination to shape the continent's digital future with its own vision and capabilities.
Across three intensive days, the corridors of the CIC Abdelatif Rahal were filled with ideas, pitches, debates and demonstrations that showed just how rapidly Africa's technology landscape is evolving. The energy was unmistakable and carried a sense of purpose.
Growing ambition and continental collaborationThe African Startup Conference has quickly established itself as a flagship gathering for the continent's technology ecosystem. This edition represented a significant step forward. Delegations from dozens of countries travelled to Algiers, making the event a powerful statement of Africa's shift towards technology-driven development.
