Gaborone to host Betting & iGaming Africa Summit (BiG) 2026
Botswana will welcome top global gaming minds in February 2026 as the BiG Africa Summit gets underway with a hard-hitting agenda and industry-shaping awards.
Botswana.- In 2026, Botswana’s capital Gaborone will transform into the epicentre of the 12th annual Betting & iGaming (BiG) Africa Summit. Delegates will have four days from 16 to 19 February of cutting-edge conversations, technology showcases, and a glimpse into the future of regulated gaming across Africa.
Since its 2014 inception, the BiG Africa Summit has grown from a modest gathering into a must-attend event for C-level executives, innovators, regulators, and thought leaders across Africa and beyond. More than just a conference, BiG is now a pulsating hub of insights, networking, innovation, and industry recognition, each year elevating the stakes for what’s possible.
The powerhouse agenda
The event kicks off on 16 February with an Affiliate Workshop and welcoming reception, setting the tone for what’s to come. One 17 and 18 February, delegates will dive into a full conference and expo schedule featuring the industry’s sharpest minds. Speakers include the likes of Alwin Matthews from the Western Cape Gambling and Racing Board, Amina Nduna from World Sports Betting, and Antonio Manuel of Angola’s Gambling Authority. The conference wraps with the BiG Africa Summit Eventus Awards 2026, before a farewell dinner and an Excursion to end things off on the 19th.
Attendees will gain deep insight into Africa’s ever-evolving gaming climate, explore next-gen tec and payment solutions, and rub shoulders with the region’s most influential decision-makers. It’s not just a networking event, it’s a launchpad for growth.
Celebrating excellence: the BiG Eventus Awards
In true BiG style, the 2026 Eventus Awards will shine a spotlight on excellence in African iGaming. Five dynamic categories will honour the trailblazers in:
- Ubuntu Leadership Award – for uplifting and ethical leadership
- Baobab Sustainability Award – for commitment to responsible gaming.
- Shining Savannah Innovator Award – for tech-driven transformation.
- Zambezi Rising Star Award – for newcomers shaking up the scene.
- Mufasa Speaker Excellence Award – for top conference speaker
With Africa’s digital gaming sector on a meteoric rise, BiG Africa Summit 2026 promises to be more than just an event, it’s where the continent’s gaming future is forged.
