Africa Games Week 2026 (AGW26) returns to Cape Town, South Africa, from 6–8 December, bringing together game developers, publishers, investors, and industry leaders from across the continent and around the world. Hosted at Workshop17 Watershed in the V&A Waterfront, this three-day gathering has grown into the leading business event for Africa's video game industry, spotlighting the creativity and commercial momentum of a rapidly expanding market. Whether you're an indie developer, a studio founder, a content creator, or a funder scouting new opportunities, AGW26 offers a focused space to connect with the people shaping the future of African gaming.
The event's agenda blends practical value with high-level networking: expect expert-led panels and technical workshops, a games showcase featuring dozens of African-made titles, a career fair connecting studios with emerging talent, and a dedicated B2B matchmaking service pairing developers with publishers and investors. Past editions have also folded in sub-events like Make Games Africa and Africa StreamCon, giving attendees exposure to streaming, mobile growth, and social-impact gaming alongside the core conference. With VIP functions, priority sessions, and Cape Town's waterfront setting as a backdrop, Africa Games Week 2026 is shaping up to be an essential stop for anyone serious about the business of games in Africa.
Organiser: Africa Games Week (co-founded by Nick Hall and Rex Bowden)
Average pass price: Official 2026 pricing hasn't been published yet. For reference, the 2025 edition's tiers were: Student Pass R500, Conference Pass R1,495 (the standard/average pass), Virtual Pass R1,750, and VIP Pass R11,855.