Updated 12 November 2026
Looking for conferences in Nairobi over the next few months? Between 18 November 2026 and the end of March 2027 the city hosts at least 15 business summits, expos and forums, from fintech and cyber security to solar, packaging and air cargo, plus one major accounting conference at the Coast. This guide lists them month by month with dates, venues, organisers and what each costs where the organiser has published a price.
Updated 12 November 2026. Every event below is taken from the Kenya Business Events calendar, where each listing links to the organiser’s own page. Dates for the November and December events were re-checked on the organisers’ websites on 12 November 2026. Always confirm with the organiser before you book travel.
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Conferences in Nairobi in late November 2026
| Dates | Event | Venue | Organiser | Entry |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Nov | CFA Kenya investor pitching and networking | Radisson Blu, Upper Hill | Climate Finance Accelerator Kenya | Invitation only |
| 19–22 Nov | Kenya Expo 2026 (20th edition) | KICC | Inexpo Group | Stand bookings via organiser |
| 20 Nov | GRC and FinCrime Prevention Summit | Radisson Blu, Elgon Road, Upper Hill | GRC and FinCrime Prevention Awards | Tickets via organiser |
| 24–25 Nov | TACFIS 2026, Africa Cyber and Fintech Innovation Summit | Emara Ole Sereni, Upper Hill | TACFIS | Invitation only |
Of all the conferences in Nairobi this month, Kenya Expo is the big general trade show: four days at KICC with B2B matchmaking, an investor forum and sessions on manufacturing, agribusiness and energy. The GRC summit runs from 09:00 to 15:00 EAT, followed by an awards gala from 18:00, according to the organiser. The two invite-only events suit climate founders and fintech risk teams who have been nominated or approached; ask the organisers how to be considered.
Conferences in Nairobi and Kenya in December 2026
| Dates | Event | Venue | Organiser | Entry |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Nov–4 Dec | ICPAK Internal Audit, Risk and Forensic Conference | Sarova Whitesands, Mombasa | ICPAK | KSh54,000 associates; KSh59,000 full members; KSh64,000 non-members |
| 4–5 Dec | Africa Exhibition Forum 2026 | Sarit Expo Centre | Exhibit Africa and jwc, supported by UFI | USD 250 (about KSh32,500) Kenyan residents and UFI members; USD 320 (about KSh41,600) others |
| 9–11 Dec | Africa EV Mobility Expo Kenya 2026 | KICC | MIE Events with Global Exhibitions | Free for trade visitors who register online |
| 9–11 Dec | Kenya Diaspora Homecoming Convention 2026 | Jacaranda Hotel, Westlands | Kenya Diaspora Alliance | Registration via organiser |
Shilling figures are approximate, converted at the Central Bank of Kenya rate of about KSh130 to the US dollar on 12 November 2026. The ICPAK conference carries 20 CPD hours, which makes it the main year-end event for internal auditors and forensic accountants even though it is in Mombasa. The EV expo runs alongside the Africa Motor Show; our Africa EV Mobility Expo guide covers what is on show, and the diaspora homecoming convention guide explains its investment deal room.
Conferences in Nairobi in January and February 2027
| Dates | Event | Venue | Focus |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27–28 Jan | WCI Forum Kenya 2027 | Nairobi | B2B export forum with pre-arranged supplier and buyer meetings; entry by application |
| 2–4 Feb | transport logistic Africa and air cargo Africa | Sarit Expo Centre | Air, sea, road and rail freight, warehousing and digital supply chains (Messe München) |
| 10–11 Feb | Africa Tech Summit Nairobi 2027 | Sarit Expo Centre | Startups, investors, corporates and regulators; ninth Nairobi edition |
| 22–26 Feb | Sankalp Africa Summit 2027 | Sarit Expo (summit days 24–25 Feb) | Impact investing and entrepreneurship, with deal rooms and awards |
February is the busiest month of conferences in Nairobi for investors. Founders raising money can pair the Africa Tech Summit with Sankalp two weeks later; see our Africa Tech Summit Nairobi guide for what the event offers startups.
Conferences in Nairobi in March 2027
| Dates | Event | Venue | Focus |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2–4 Mar | Propak East Africa 2027 | Sarit Expo Centre | Packaging, processing, plastics and printing; free B2B visitor badge, no under-18s |
| 3–5 Mar | AfriGlass and Windex Africa 2027 | KICC | Glass, windows, doors and facades |
| 16–17 Mar | Intersolar Africa 2027 | Sarit Expo Centre | Solar PV, storage, grid integration and financing; 10:00–17:00 |
| 24 Mar | Connected Banking Summit East Africa 2027 | Radisson Blu, Upper Hill | Digital banking, payments, open finance and cyber security (26th edition) |
Early March puts two of the larger conferences in Nairobi for suppliers back to back, so manufacturers and building suppliers can cover Propak and AfriGlass in one trip.
Venues and planning tips for conferences in Nairobi
- Know the venue. Most expos use KICC in the CBD or Sarit Expo Centre in Westlands; summits tend to use Upper Hill hotels such as Radisson Blu and Emara Ole Sereni. Allow for traffic on Waiyaki Way and Mombasa Road at peak hours.
- Register early. For conferences in Nairobi, free trade-visitor badges usually require online registration before the day, and invite-only events need an approval.
- Budget in shillings. Many organisers quote in US dollars; check the exchange rate and whether VAT is included.
- Running your own event? Read how to promote a business event in Kenya and check whether you need an event management licence. Organisers can list an event free through the submit your event form.
Frequently asked questions
What conferences are in Nairobi in December 2026?
The Africa Exhibition Forum (4–5 December, Sarit Expo Centre), the Africa EV Mobility Expo Kenya (9–11 December, KICC) and the Kenya Diaspora Homecoming Convention (9–11 December, Jacaranda Hotel, Westlands). ICPAK’s audit and forensic conference runs from 30 November to 4 December in Mombasa.
Which Nairobi business events are free to attend?
The Africa EV Mobility Expo and Propak East Africa offer free trade-visitor registration online, according to their organisers. Most summits charge a delegate fee or are by invitation.
Where are most conferences in Nairobi held?
KICC and Sarit Expo Centre host most trade fairs, while one-day summits usually take place in Upper Hill hotels such as Radisson Blu and Emara Ole Sereni.
When is Africa Tech Summit Nairobi 2027?
10–11 February 2027 at Sarit Expo Centre, Westlands, according to the organiser’s listing.
How do I get my conference listed?
Use Business Radar’s free submit-your-event form. Listings are checked against the organiser’s own page before they go live on the calendar.
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