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The Second Pan African Religious Leaders Assembly (PARLA) Summit brings together religious leaders, denominational representatives, policymakers, scholars, and strategic partners from across Africa and the global diaspora to strengthen collaboration, exchange knowledge, and address the opportunities and challenges shaping the continent’s future. Hosted in partnership with the Council for Churches in Africa (CCA), this international gathering provides a unique platform to foster meaningful dialogue, inspire innovative solutions, and mobilize faith-based leadership toward sustainable community transformation, economic empowerment, peacebuilding, and ethical leadership across Africa.
This year’s agenda blueprint is built around the African Union’s Digital Transformation Strategy for Africa 2020–2030 pillars, policy/regulation, infrastructure, skills, innovation and the continent’s big conversations on trade, innovation, and development.
It also bakes in the practical continental building blocks now in play such as the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Digital Trade Protocol, adopted in February 2024, with annex work continuing into 2025) and the Africa Union (AU) Data Policy Framework for a trusted African data space.
The summit will focus on the following thematic areas, each vital to Africa’s digital transformation
Church & Business Growth in Africa
Dignity for Church Leaders
Women & Youth Agenda
Social Transformation Mandate
Honoring African Leadership
The Connected Africa Summit 2026 is bringing together an exceptional lineup of distinguished speakers at the forefront of Africa’s digital transformation. Led by H.E. William Ruto, President of the Republic of Kenya, the summit will feature an influential assemblage of government leaders, policymakers, and technology innovators. From cabinet ministers and ambassadors to pioneering tech executives, these thought leaders will share their insights and expertise on driving digital innovation across the continent. Their collective experience and vision will shape crucial discussions on leveraging technology to accelerate Africa’s economic growth and social development.
Deputy President
The Republic of Kenya
The following sponsors of this year’s Connected Africa Summit are playing a vital role in bringing together African tech leaders, policymakers, and investors for a groundbreaking event driving Africa’s digital transformation. Their support is instrumental in fostering collaboration, innovation, and growth. We invite forward-thinking organizations to join us in shaping Africa’s digital future and empowering lives through technology. Become a sponsor and be at the forefront of Africa’s digital revolution!
