Cape Town has announced its support for Converge Africa 2026, a major event aimed at accelerating digital commerce across the continent. Scheduled for 4–6 May 2026 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre, the event will gather influential leaders from sectors such as eCommerce, fintech, payments, logistics, digital marketing, and cybersecurity.
The City of Cape Town's endorsement of Converge Africa underscores its strategic commitment to positioning the city as a leading hub for digital trade and innovation in Africa. Alderman James Vos, the City of Cape Town's Mayoral Committee Member for Economic Growth, highlighted the city's enthusiasm, stating, “The City eagerly welcomes the return of Converge Africa to Cape Town. Communities all across the continent are exceptionally active in the e-commerce space, whether as businesses or consumers.”
Converge Africa 2026 is expected to attract over 1,400 attendees from more than 700 organisations, offering a platform for collaboration and innovation. The event will focus on five key areas: Payments & Fintech, eCommerce, Digital Marketing, Fulfilment & Logistics, and Digital Security. It aims to address challenges such as payment acceptance gaps, cross-border complexities, and fragmented customer experiences.
The event will feature a high-calibre speaker line-up, including Ajay Moti from Booking.com, Hannes Wessels from Binance, and Kerissa Varma from Microsoft. By fostering partnerships and investment opportunities, Converge Africa aims to drive economic enablement and position Cape Town as a gateway for digital trade into Africa
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