Events

City MeetUps and Summits Across Africa.

We gather ambitious people in one room — city by city, year after year — so ideas, opportunities and collaborations find each other faster.

Creators Evening gathering in AbujaCreators Evening gathering in LagosCreators Evening gathering in Accra
200+

Young leaders convened

5+

Cities and counting

40+

Speakers and mentors

8+

African countries

What's on

Two gatherings. One mission.

City MeetUp Series

Creators
Evening

IWB Africa's premier city-based networking experience — ambitious young leaders, entrepreneurs and creators sharing ideas and sparking collaborations.

Abuja Accra Lagos Port Harcourt Kaduna Kigali Nairobi Enugu Abuja Accra Lagos Port Harcourt Kaduna Kigali Nairobi Enugu
Annual Summit

National Youth Leadership Summit

A yearly convergence of Africa's emerging leaders with executives, policymakers, innovators and industry pioneers shaping the continent's next chapter.

Nigeria Ghana Rwanda Kenya South Africa Zambia Senegal Egypt Nigeria Ghana Rwanda Kenya South Africa Zambia Senegal Egypt
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What every gathering delivers.

Rooms worth being in

Curated attendees — founders, operators, creators and policy minds who move.

Opportunities on the table

Roles, fellowships, funding calls and collaborations shared at every edition.

Practical learning

Short, sharp sessions you can apply the week after you leave the room.

Good to know

Frequently asked questions

Who can attend IWB Africa events?

Creators Evening is open to young leaders, founders, creatives and professionals in the host city. NYLEAD gathers delegates from across Nigeria and other African countries. You register for the edition nearest you.

How much does it cost to attend?

Creators Evening tickets are affordable and city-specific, and each edition has limited seats. NYLEAD attendance is by registration, with details announced ahead of every summit.

Which cities does IWB Africa hold events in?

Editions have run and are scheduled across Abuja, Minna, Makurdi, Lagos and Accra, with Port Harcourt, Kaduna, Kigali, Nairobi and Enugu in the wider circuit.

Can my brand sponsor or host an edition?

Yes. Brands can become a headline sponsor of a Creators Evening edition, and partners can host the wave in a new city. Both are arranged directly with the IWB Africa team.