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What we do

Fuelling the digital rise of bold leaders.

Learn. Connect. Amplify

At African Gist, we believe digital tools, knowledge, and meaningful connections can unlock the potential of African creatives.
Therefore, we equip them with the digital and business skills to turn their ideas into sustainable ventures.

We create physical and virtual spaces to connect like-minded individuals and amplify their voices at international panels

Three activity pillars

Capacity Building

We support small business owners and community leaders by helping them learn how to use digital tools for business development and local impact.

Collaboration

We connect creatives across Africa and the African diaspora to share knowledge, collaborate, and co-create local social innovation projects.

Advocacy

We represent the voices of young digital entrepreneurs from Africa and its diaspora at global conferences and policy-level discussions.

Methodology

Through training, community initiatives, events and advocacy, we turn shared knowledge into collective progress.

Meetups

These meetups connect projects and businesses active in Africa with people keen to learn about local social innovation projects.

 

Workshop

In our workshops, we teach participants how to implement ideas, manage their early finances, create business objectives, and more.

Speaking engagements, partnerships, and sponsoring

Carrying the voice of our community, we participate in dialogues on digital entrepreneurship and youth at an International level. 

New in 2027

We will launch our innovative online learning platform designed for creatives and community leaders eager to develop new skills and amplify their impact.

African Gist in numbers

African Gist in numbers

African Gist in numbers

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Discover our past events

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Bringing Get Sh!t done to London
Afrotech Fest is a pioneering festival that creates intentional and inclusive spaces within the tech ecosystem.
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African Gist at the social media week Lagos
For the second consecutive year, African Gist partnered with Social Media Week Lagos to host Get Sh!t Done. 
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Diaspora Innovation Days in Africa (DIDA) by Adyfe
DIDA is platform where aspiring and established entrepreneurs across sectors can connect, build partnerships, and foster dialogue.
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African Gist at the Afropean summit by Levi’s and Co
In October 2021, Levi's and Co's Sawubona community invited us to participate in an inspiring international event.
African Gist- Global Black Youth
Online workshop at the Global Black Youth Fest
African Gist at the Global Black Youth Fest, an international summit amplifying Black perspectives, innovation, and leadership on a global scale.

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