Call for Sessions

in 5 months

The 2026 Global Data Festival and Kenya Space Expo & Conference

event starts

2 Jun 2026

event ends

5 Jun 2026

location

The Edge Convention Centre Nairobi, Kenya


Powering Resilience, Innovation, and Partnership through Data and Technology

Kenya, home to some of the earliest evidence of human origins and now a renowned innovation hub, has always been a place where tools reshape the future. From stone tools along the Turkana Basin to today’s Silicon Savannah, Kenya symbolizes ingenuity and possibility.

From 2-5 June 2026, Nairobi will become a global stage for shared missions in Kenya, as the Government of Kenya hosts two complementary events side by side: the Global Data Festival and the Kenya Space Expo & Conference (KSEC).

The joint event is a shared stage where Kenya will lead a global conversation on how space intelligence, data, technology and innovation can shape a fair, equitable and resilient future. Leaders, innovators, and communities from around the world will come together to showcase and deliberate on a bold, collective agenda.

open, 34 days left
Call for Sessions
Call opens at 12:00 AM

08 Dec 2025

Call closes at 11:59 PM

13 Feb 2026

Call closes in E. Africa Standard Time (UTC+03:00) timezone.
Closing time in your timezone () is .

Thank you for your interest in hosting a session at the 2026 Global Data Festival and Kenya Space Expo & Conference in Nairobi, Kenya. The International Steering Committee is looking forward to reviewing your application.

Please note that, keep in mind for all sessions, with the exception of Lightning Talks, there is a 10 session per organization maximum. If more than 10 are submitted each additional session will not be considered. We encourage all organizations to discuss priorities and opportunities for co-hosting prior to submission.

Review the comprehensive open call guide here for full details and breakdown by session type.


Login with your preferred account


If you haven't logged in before, you'll be able to register.

Using social networks to login is faster and simpler, but if you prefer username/password account - use Classic Login.