Kenya is set to host the combined Global Data Festival and Kenya Space Expo and Conference 2026, bringing together international leaders to discuss the power of data and satellite technology.
Event Overview
The Global Data Festival and the third edition of the Kenya Space Expo & Conference will be held concurrently in Nairobi from June 2 to June 5, 2026, at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC).
This joint event aims to showcase how space technology and data analytics can drive resilience and innovation across Africa. It brings together policy makers, industry leaders, researchers, and technical experts from across the globe.
Themes
The 2026 theme is "Powering Resilience, Innovation, and Partnership through Data and Technology."
Key discussion areas include:
- Satellite Data for Sustainability: Utilizing Earth observation insights for climate resilience.
- African Space Economy: Strategies for building a sustainable commercial space sector in Africa.
- AI and Space Analytics: The role of machine learning in processing on-orbit data.
- STEM and Capacity Building: Training the next generation of African space professionals.
Registration
Registration for delegates and exhibitors opens in late 2025. The event will include high-level plenaries, technical tracks, and an exhibition hall featuring the latest in satellite technology and data services.
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