LOCAL HOST
As the local host of the Africa Internet Summit 2026 (AIS’26), the Telecommunications Service Providers Association of Kenya (TESPOK) brings to the event a strong legacy of leadership within Kenya’s ICT sector.
TESPOK is the representative body for telecommunications operators and service providers in Kenya, bringing together a broad community of industry players—from mobile network operators and internet service providers to infrastructure companies and digital innovators. Over the years, it has played a central role in shaping an enabling environment for the growth of Kenya’s digital economy.
Through sustained engagement with government, regulators, and regional partners, TESPOK has championed policies that encourage innovation, expand connectivity, and support a competitive marketplace. Its work has helped position Kenya as one of Africa’s leading technology hubs.
As host of AIS’26, TESPOK offers not only its institutional expertise, but also a deep understanding of the region’s Internet landscape. Its involvement ensures that the Summit is grounded in local insight while connected to global conversations—creating a space where ideas, partnerships, and solutions for Africa’s Internet can truly flourish.
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Inclusive & Accessible
The AIS'26 is designed to be inclusive and accessible.
In-Person Participation
Attending in Nairobi provides full access to all sessions, workshops, networking opportunities, and exhibitions. It also allows for the informal interactions that often lead to lasting collaborations.
Virtual Participation
For those joining remotely, AIS'26 offers a robust virtual experience, including live-streamed sessions, interactive discussions, and access to selected recordings. The hybrid format ensures that distance is not a barrier to participation.
WHY ATTEND AIS'26
A Meeting Point for
Africa's Internet Community
The AIS'26 is designed to bring together diverse voices with a shared goal: strengthening Africa's Internet ecosystem. What sets it apart is its ability to bridge technical expertise with policy insight, creating a space where ideas are not only discussed but actively shaped into solutions.
For Technical Professionals
Participants working in network operations, infrastructure development, and cybersecurity will benefit from hands-on training sessions led by experienced practitioners. These sessions go beyond theory, focusing on real-world applications, emerging technologies, and practical problem-solving relevant to Africa's networks.
For Industry Leaders and Businesses
For private sector stakeholders, AIS offers a platform to connect with decision-makers, showcase solutions, and explore partnerships. It is a space where innovation meets opportunity, and where meaningful business relationships are formed.
For Policymakers and Regulators
AIS provides a rare opportunity to engage directly with the technical community, gaining a deeper understanding of how policy decisions impact Internet development. Discussions will explore regulatory trends, governance frameworks, and collaborative approaches to building resilient digital ecosystems.
For Academia and Development Partners
Researchers, educators, and development organisations will find value in AIS'26 as a hub for knowledge exchange and collaboration. The summit supports dialogue around digital inclusion, capacity building, and sustainable development through technology.