Africa Blockchain DeFi and Web 3 Summit ( ABDS 2026)

About this event

The Africa Blockchain, DeFi & Web3 Summit (ABDS 2026) is a premier event scheduled for 29 April 2026 in Lagos, Nigeria. 

Designed to bring together innovators, investors, builders, regulators and entrepreneurs from across Africa and beyond, the summit focuses on the transformative power of blockchain, decentralized finance (DeFi) and Web 3 technologies in the African context. 

Expect keynote speeches, panel discussions, startup pitches, hands-on workshops and exhibition sessions—delivered in a high-energy atmosphere that encourages networking, collaboration and new business opportunities. 

Why Attend

·     Get insights from leading voices at the intersection of tech & finance in Africa. 

·     Tap into investment and deal-making opportunities within Africa’s rapidly evolving blockchain / DeFi ecosystem. 

·     Connect with developers, founders, VCs, regulators and tech hubs—building out the future of Web3 on the continent. 

·     Showcase or discover innovations: from tokenization, stable coins and mobile money integration to NFT infrastructure and decentralized identity. 

Perfect For

Entrepreneurs, blockchain developers, DeFi project leads, investors, policymakers, corporate innovation teams, and anyone keen to engage with Africa’s Web3 ecosystem

ABDS will also host a networking Dinner for Leaders in the Blockchain sector