Business & Professional
Conferences, networking events, and workshops
Founders' Lounge: VOL II
Founders' Lounge networking event at Savor Restaurant Flamingo. Free entrance for all founders. Organized by @eventsethiopia.
Scaling a Business Through Franchising
Learn how franchising works in practice, what makes a business ready to franchise, the real benefits and limits of this model, how Brazil built a strong franchise ecosystem, and what Ethiopian businesses can learn from it. Discover where franchising works best across sectors and industries, and what to evaluate before pursuing it. Speakers: - Stephan Decharme: International retail leader with experience scaling structured business systems across markets - Marcelo Maia: Brazilian business and franchising leader with experience across public policy and the franchise ecosystem Register at: https://linktr.ee/eventsethiopia
African German Young Leaders in Business - 2026 (AGYLE)
AGYLE 2026 Call for Applications for young leaders and entrepreneurs developing innovative solutions in GreenTech fields including renewable energy, climate and agri-tech, water and resource management, and sustainable mobility. This is an application deadline for the African German Young Leaders in Business program focused on GreenTech for Impact – Young Leaders Shaping Climate-Smart Economies. Application link: https://agyle.land-der-ideen.de/en/agyle-2026
The Hangout: 6th Edition - Networking Event by Velocity Marketing
The sixth edition of The Hangout, a networking event series by Velocity Marketing. This event focuses on professional introductions and discussions surrounding digital finance and artificial intelligence. Featured speakers: - Kal Kassa (Founder of BitcoinBirr.org) - Kidus Yared (Co-Founder & CEO of Hasab AI) Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Register: @linkupaddis
Division D Conference - Toastmasters East Africa
Division D Conference featuring keynote speaker Selamekirstos Belay. A day of learning, growth, and meaningful connection with Toastmasters from Tanzania, Kenya, and Ethiopia. The event includes inspiring talks, networking opportunities, and professional development. Entrance fee: 300 birr. Register at: https://forms.gle/oZtSDnYFNCZRqVL48
Road to Annecy 2026 – East Africa Edition Application
Animation studios across East Africa are invited to apply for the Road to Annecy 2026 – East Africa Edition, an initiative offering selected participants the opportunity to attend the 2026 Annecy International Animation Film Market (MIFA). The program aims to support studios in connecting with global industry professionals, showcasing their work, and exploring potential collaborations and opportunities. Application deadline: 12 April 2026. More details and application form available at https://shorturl.at/pN3nX