DevFest Kigali 2026: Build, Secure, Scale in the Agentic Era
About This Event
DevFest Kigali 2026 will bring developers, builders, founders, students and technology enthusiasts together in Kigali for a full day of learning, building and networking.
The theme for this years event is Build, Secure, Scale: Developers and Builders in the Agentic Era.
AI agents are changing how software is built. Developers are increasingly working alongside AI to generate code, review solutions, build prototypes and ship products. DevFest Kigali 2026 will explore how developers can use these new tools effectively while also building secure and reliable systems.
The event will focus on three main areas:
Build
The Build track will focus on practical development and hands-on learning using tools and technologies such as:
Gemini
Google AI Studio
Antigravity
Firebase
Flutter
AI-powered development workflows
Participants will have opportunities to work on practical sessions and learn how to build applications using modern AI and development tools.
Secure
The Secure track will explore how developers can build AI applications responsibly and securely, including:
AI agent guardrails
Data privacy
Secure application development
Secure deployment
Security considerations for AI-powered systems
Scale
The Scale track will focus on taking AI-powered applications and systems from development to production, including the use of Google Cloud.
Keynotes and Panels
The programme will also feature keynotes and panel discussions with:
Google Developer Experts
Industry leaders
Technology professionals
Public-sector voices
Discussions will explore AI, software development and the future of technology in Rwanda.
Networking
DevFest Kigali will provide an opportunity to connect with developers, founders, technology professionals and partners from the local technology ecosystem.
Participants can use the event to:
Meet other developers and builders
Exchange ideas
Discover new technologies
Connect with founders and technology companies
Learn from experienced practitioners
Build professional relationships
Who Should Attend?
DevFest Kigali 2026 is designed for:
Developers and software engineers
AI builders
Startup founders
Students
Designers
Product professionals
Technology enthusiasts
People interested in AI and software development
The event is particularly relevant for developers who want practical knowledge about building, securing and deploying applications in the emerging agentic AI era.
Bring Your Laptop
Participants are encouraged to bring a laptop because the event will include hands-on sessions and codelabs.
Venue and Registration
Date: Saturday, 19 December 2026
Location: Kigali, Rwanda
Venue: The exact venue will be announced soon.
The provided event information does not include a confirmed ticket price or registration link. Participants should follow GDG Kigali announcements for RSVP information.
Get Involved
Speak at DevFest
The event is accepting speaker interest through the Sessionize call for participation: https://sessionize.com/devfest-kgl-26/
Partner with DevFest Kigali
Organizations interested in partnering with the event can contact:
No sessions available yet. Please check back soon.
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