The 11th Annual Sports Betting East Africa+ (SBEA+) Summit 2026 commences tomorrow at the Argyle Grand Hotel in Nairobi, Kenya, from 22 – 24 April, bringing together the region’s leading operators, regulators, innovators, and industry stakeholders for three days of focused dialogue, executive-level networking, and industry alignment.
From the first welcome drinks to the final farewell moments, the summit creates a space where conversations move beyond introductions and into real opportunities.
What to Expect Across Three Days
Day One – SBEA+ Summit 2026 Welcoming & Awards Evening
22 April 2026
The summit opens with an evening designed to bring the industry together, where conversations begin over drinks and connections take shape in a relaxed, engaging setting.
At the centre of the evening, the SBEA+ Eventus Awards Ceremony recognises organisations and individuals driving excellence across East Africa’s gaming market.
The full shortlist is now available to view.
Day Two – Conference & SBEA+ Harmony Dinner
23 April 2026
Day Two moves into the core of the summit, where focused discussions bring operators and regulators into practical, high-value exchange.
The day concludes with the SBEA+ Harmony Dinner, an exclusive, invitation-only gathering offering a more refined and intimate setting for deeper engagement.
Day Three – Strategy, Performance and Outlook
24 April 2026
The final day looks ahead, with conversations focused on performance, growth, and what comes next for operators across the region.
The highlight for the day is the SBEA+ Startup Pitch Competition, where shortlisted innovators present to a panel of industry leaders, bringing fresh ideas into focus as the summit draws to a close.
Experience Insights from Distinguished Speakers:
The summit will feature insights from a cross-section of industry leaders, including:
- Ekaterina Mayorova, Head of Region, Africa, QTech Games
- Esther Argwings, Assistant Director Gaming, Gambling Regulatory Authority
- Geoffrey Muindi, Managing Director, Gaming NewsByte & Africa Brand Ambassador, Eventus International
- Thomas Buckley Opar Owuor, Lawyer & Gaming Consultant, Buckley Owuor & Co. Advocates
- Zsuzsanna Zeibig, General Manager, EGT Kenya Ltd.
AND MANY MORE!
Final Opportunity to Attend
With the summit opening tomorrow, this is your final opportunity to step into the room where East Africa’s gaming conversations are actively unfolding.
Join the SBEA+ Summit 2026 and experience the connections, discussions, and moments that define the industry.
Register here:
https://www.sportsbettingevents.com/sbea
