BlueInvest Africa 2026

BlueInvest Africa South Africa 2026

2–3 Nov 2026 | Cape Town, South Africa

2 November 2026 - 3 November 2026

Cape Town, South Africa

Avenue Conference and Event Venue

BlueInvest Africa South Africa 2026

Welcome to BlueInvest Africa 2026!

BlueInvest Africa is an important business event, initiated by the European Commission in 2022. The objective of BlueInvest Africa is to facilitate meetings between African entrepreneurs seeking financing and international investors scouting for opportunities, all centred around projects capable of propelling Africa’s blue economy forward.

This initiative is a testament to the power of collaboration, symbolizing a new era of partnership between Europe and Africa.

The Call for Pitchers for BlueInvest Africa 2026 is now closed

The response has been impressive! Hundreds of applications were received, with more submissions than last year and new African countries joining the initiative, showing the growing reach of BlueInvest Africa.

Applications came in from 38 African countries, highlighting the scale, diversity, and potential impact of blue economy innovation across the continent.

Stay tuned to discover the selected pitchers!

Discover past editions

Curious to see what BlueInvest Africa looks like in practice?

From sustainable fisheries to ocean tech and coastal resilience, discover the entrepreneurs and investors who have already been part of the journey.