Thani Seun
If you’re building in Africa, Founders Corner is where you need to be. Pure value.
Miss Amelia .T
Finally, a conference built for builders, not just spectators. #BuildersCircle
Robert Kehinde
We are building a stage where Africa’s early-stage founders are seen, heard, and funded.
GEEKUP CON' 2026
Bringing together voices that are shaping the future.
Africa’s premier gathering for builders shaping the ecosystem. More than attendees, developers here are pioneers, launching startups, advancing open-source, pushing AI forward, and redefining design and innovation. We unite founders, engineers, and tech leaders from across the continent to connect, build, and accelerate the next wave of African technology.
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THE GEEK CIRCLE
We’re a movement shaping Africa’s digital future.
THE40DEVS Magazine
We amplify the voices of tech innovators shaping Africa’s tech ecosystem through powerful storytelling.
- Founders Stories
- Startup/Product Spotlight
- Open-Source Conversations
BUILDERS SUMMIT
Builders Summit is an intimate quarterly gathering that brings together developers, designers, engineers, and tech enthusiasts in the lead-up to GEEKUP Developer Conference.
- Bold Conversations
- Technical Workshop
- Product Launching
- Networking + Partnership
Founders Corner | LIVE ON X-SPACE
Join our weekly live conversation on X, ask questions, interact with brilliant founders shaping the ecosystem.
- 3hrs Weekly Live Conversation
- 2000+ Live Listeners
- Startup/Product Spotlight
GEEKUP CON EXHIBITOR
GEEKUP CON' 26 represents a unique opportunity for brands to engage with Africa’s most vibrant tech community. Exhibiting isn’t just visibility, it’s strategic impact. Through The Geek Circle’s digital networks and media platforms including Founders Corner LIVE X Space, Tech Insights and THE 40DEVS magazine, your brand message continues to resonate well beyond the live conference.
DEC 5th, 2026
Join 5,000+ tech experts, builders & decision makers
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Building intelligent systems and powering collaborative innovation.
GEEKS
THE40DEVS
Africa’s top 40 developers shaping innovation
Celebrating the stories, impact, and creativity of Africa’s most inspiring tech talents. Each edition features in-depth profiles, interviews, and insights from developers, designers, founders, and innovators driving change across the African tech ecosystem.
Idris Olubisi
Idris Olubisi’s journey from coding on a phone to building developer communities
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The Steps
Our Three-Step Process ensures every project is strategic, creative, and results driven — from planning to execution and ongoing optimization.
[ 1st ] Week
Orientation
We learn about your brand, goals, and audience.
- 1.Briefing
- 2.Debriefing
- 3.Account access
- 4.Project system setup
[ 2st ] Week
Explore
We learn about your brand, goals, and audience.
- 5.Website audit
- 6.Advertising audit
- 7.Competitor analysis
- 8.Campaigns setup
[ 3st ] Week
Grow Business
We learn about your brand, goals, and audience.
- 9.Reporting setup
- 10.Actionable insight
- 11.Account access
GET TICKETS
Be part of the bold ones, the digitally savvy generation.
Join 5,000+ developers, innovators, and creators for Africa’s most vibrant tech gathering. Step into the circle where Africa’s brightest minds come to learn, build, and celebrate.
₦5, 000
₦5, 000
Workshop, Award + Conference for one person. All Access.
What you Get
- Full Conference Access
- All Keynote Sessions
- Panel Discussions
- Workshop Access
- Networking Opportunities
- Expo & Startup Showcase Access
₦9, 000
₦9, 000
Workshop, Award + Conference for two people. All Access.
What you Get
- Full Conference Access (2 Attendees)
- All Keynote Sessions
- Panel Discussions
- Workshop Access
- Networking Opportunities
- Expo & Startup Showcase Access
₦15,000
₦15,000
Full access to deal corners. Perfect for startup founders and business owners. All Access.
What you Get
- Full Conference Access
- All Keynote Sessions
- Panel Discussions
- Workshop Access
- Networking Opportunities
- Expo & Startup Showcase Access
- Exclusive Access to Deal Corners
- Access to Award Night
All Ticket Include
Full Access
Technical Workshops
No Limits, No Tiers
GEEKUP Awards Night
Keynote Sessions
Networking
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Nigeria | South Africa
Business Hours
Mon - Fri 8 AM - 6 PM