Africa Smart and Sustainable Cities Investment Summit (ASCIS)

The Africa Smart Cities Investment Summit (ASCIS) is a premier continental platform convening policymakers, urban innovators, city mayors, technologists, investors, academics, and young changemakers to shape the future of Africa’s cities. Held annually, ASCIS champions climate-resilient, inclusive, and innovation-driven urban development. The summit offers a dynamic mix of high-level dialogues, sector-focused panels, startup showcases, policy roundtables, and academic abstract presentations. From housing and mobility to green energy, data governance, and design, ASCIS brings together the stakeholders who are driving real transformation on the ground. Key Pillars of ASCIS: • Innovation & Technology: Spotlighting African-grown solutions and scalable smart city models. • Policy & Governance: Creating enabling environments for sustainable urban development. • Investment & Partnerships: Bridging the gap between projects and capital. • Youth & Academia: Elevating new research, student-led innovation, and the next generation of African city-builders. Why ASCIS Matters: By 2050, Africa’s urban population is expected to double. ASCIS exists to ensure that this growth is not only rapid but also sustainable, equitable, and smart. The summit is where urban ideas meet action.