Norrsken Africa/Week 2025
About This Event
Now in its second edition, Africa/Week returns to Norrsken House Kigali from November 20–21, 2025, uniting the continent’s leading entrepreneurs, investors, and policymakers to chart the next decade of African innovation.
The event comes at a critical moment in Africa’s growth — when technology, collaboration, and intentional design are redefining industries and creating new opportunities across borders. Africa/Week 2025 provides a platform to exchange ideas, explore investment opportunities, and spotlight the companies shaping the continent’s digital future.
Event Highlights
- Summit Day (Nov 20): Engage with founders, funders, and innovators driving Africa’s technology transformation. Discussions will explore hybrid financing, sustainability, and policy shifts powering the digital economy.
- Capital & Returns Forum (Nov 21): A half-day, invitation-only event bringing together Fund Investors (LPs), Fund Managers (GPs), and ecosystem partners to showcase market-fit fund models such as Private Credit, SME Funds, Local Currency Vehicles, and Blended Structures.
- Curated Networking: Africa/Week offers access to 500 carefully selected attendees with limited-space sessions, side-events, and private workshops organized on a first-come, first-served basis.
Speakers Include:
- Aunnie Patton Power — Founder, Innovative Finance Initiative
- Eleni Gabre-Madhin — Executive-in-Residence, Georgetown University
- Dr. Dianne Karusisi — CEO, Bank of Kigali
- Paula Ingabire — Minister of ICT & Innovation, Rwanda
- Tayo Oviosu — Founder & CEO, Paga
- Grégoire de Padirac — CEO, Digital Africa
- Niklas Adalberth — Founder, Norrsken
- And other top founders, fund managers, and ecosystem leaders from across Africa.
Tickets & Access
Africa/Week is a curated event capped at 500 participants. All passes include full access to the Summit Day, while attendance at workshops and side-events depends on partner selection and space availability.
- Startup Pass: $320
- Investor Pass: $625
- Enabler Pass: $550
- LP Pass: $625
Spaces are limited, and applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Interested participants can apply through the official website to secure a ticket and become part of Africa’s most influential gathering for innovation and investment.
Hosted by: Norrsken FoundationParticipation: By application and approval only.
Full Agenda
Opening Fireside Chat
Hon. Minister Paula Ingabire, Rwanda’s Minister of ICT and Innovation, joins Eleni Gabre-Madhin, serial entrepreneur, thought leader and Norrsken Advisory Board member, for a conversation that sets the tone for Norrsken Africa Week. Together, they reflect on Rwanda’s innovation journey, the power of entrepreneurship, and the partnerships shaping Africa’s future.
Paula Ingabire, Minister of ICT & Innovation,Eleni Gabre-Madhin, Executive-in-ResidenceRed Stage
Founder-Investor Fit: Finding investor fit when all you have is an idea and conviction
Great companies are built on more than good ideas and a lot of funding. They’re built on trust and shared conviction between founders and investors. We’ll explore what makes that partnership work from day one, how to choose each other wisely, navigate tension when visions diverge, and build the kind of relationship that can handle pivots, pressure, and rapid growth. Expect candid insights on what true alignment looks like in Africa’s fast-moving startup landscape and why getting this fit right can make or break the journey from seed.
Luzana Costa, General Partner,Bruce Nsereko-Lule, General Partner,Andreata Muforo, Partner,Mike Mompi, Co-Founder & Managing Partner,Mina Shahid, CEORed Stage
Getting to YES!!!
An engaging session with founders behind some of Africa’s fastest-growing ventures, sharing hard-won lessons on scaling teams, capital, and technology across markets. Moderated by Ngetha Waithaka, GP at Norrsken22.
Ngetha Waithaka, General Partner,John Egwu, COO,David Nandwa, Founder & CTO,Clara Odero, CEORed Stage
Corporate-Led Innovation
A conversation with two of Rwanda’s leading corporate innovators on how established institutions are driving digital transformation, partnering with startups, and shaping the future of corporate-led innovation. Moderated by Ondiro Oganga.
Dr Dianne Karusisi, CEO,Israel Bimpe, CEO,Ondiro Oganga, CorrespondentRed Stage
Venture Building & Acceleration
A deep dive into how Africa’s leading accelerators and venture builders are shaping the next generation of entrepreneurs; from pipeline development to post-investment support. Moderated by Sara Leedom, COO of Inkomoko.
Lyndsay Holley Handler, Managing Partner,Sara Leedom, COO,Aline Kabanda, Regional Director,Grégoire de Padirac, CEORed Stage
Investing in Fintech
A high-energy discussion with leading fintech investors unpacking the trends, opportunities, and lessons shaping Africa’s digital finance landscape. Moderated by Nonnie Burbidge of Enza Capital.
Olu Oyinsan, Managing Partner,Seb Wichmann, Head of Africa - Fintech Investments,Ngetha Waithaka, General Partner,Nonnie Burbidge, PrincipalRed Stage
Stablecoins and Cross-Border Payments
A forward-looking session on how fintech innovators and investors are reimagining cross-border payments through stablecoins and digital infrastructure. Moderated by Maina Murage, Principal at Norrsken22.
Tayo Oviosu, Founder & CEO,Craig Stoehr, General Counsel,David Nandwa, Founder & CTO,Adrienne Henderson, Global Investments Officer,Maina Murage, PrincipalRed Stage
The New Face of Digital Commerce
A candid conversation with founders redefining commerce in Africa; from digitizing informal retail to scaling next-generation consumer platforms. Moderated by Osarumen Osamuyi, Founder of The Subtext.
Deepanker Rustagi, Founder & CEO,Ismael Belkhayat, Co-Founder & CEO,Femi Aluko, Co-Founder & CEO,Osarumen Osamuyi, FounderRed Stage
Logistics: The Rails for Commerce
An in-depth exchange with logistics innovators tackling Africa’s toughest infrastructure and trade challenges; and building the platforms moving goods, people, and economies forward. Moderated by Seni Sulyman, Founder of Talstack.
Miishe Addy-Asare, CEO,Bamba Lô, Founder & CEO,Nnamdi Okoh, Founder & CEO,Roger Nkubito, CEO,Seni Sulyman, FounderRed Stage
Meet the Speakers
Paula Ingabire
Minister of ICT & Innovation
Ministry of ICT and Innovation, Rwanda
Eleni Gabre-Madhin
Executive-in-Residence
Georgetown University
Mina Shahid
CEO
Numida
Mike Mompi
Co-Founder & Managing Partner
Enza Capital
Andreata Muforo
Partner
TLcom
Luzana Costa
General Partner
Africa Seed Fund
Grégoire de Padirac
CEO
Digital Africa
Bruce Nsereko-Lule
General Partner
Seedstars Africa Ventures
Dr Dianne Karusisi
CEO
Bank of Kigali
Olu Oyinsan
Managing Partner
Oui Capital
Nnamdi Okoh
Founder & CEO
Terminal Africa
Israel Bimpe
CEO
Irembo
Seni Sulyman
Founder
Talstack
Lyndsay Holley Handler
Managing Partner
Delta 40
Maina Murage
Principal
Norrsken22
John Egwu
COO
Autochek
Clara Odero
CEO
Credrails
David Nandwa
Founder & CTO
Honeycoin
Ngetha Waithaka
General Partner
Norrsken22
Ondiro Oganga
Correspondent
Bloomberg
Sara Leedom
COO
Inkomoko
Aline Kabanda
Regional Director
Jasiri
Nonnie Burbidge
Principal
Enza Capital
Seb Wichmann
Head of Africa - Fintech Investments
Lendable
Adrienne Henderson
Global Investments Officer
Quona Capital
Craig Stoehr
General Counsel
YellowCard
Tayo Oviosu
Founder & CEO
Paga
Deepanker Rustagi
Founder & CEO
Omniretail
Ismael Belkhayat
Co-Founder & CEO
Chari
Osarumen Osamuyi
Founder
The Subtext
Femi Aluko
Co-Founder & CEO
Chowdeck
Roger Nkubito
CEO
AGL Rwanda & Burundi
Miishe Addy-Asare
CEO
Jetstream Africa
Bamba Lô
Founder & CEO
PAPS
Hon. Tesi Rusagara
Minister of State
Public Investments & Resource Mobilization
Hon. Yves Iradukunda
Minister of State
Innovation & ICT
Nes Ruwo
Investment Principal
FSD Africa Investments
Philippe Watrin
CIO
Rwanda Social Security Board
Jarl Heijstee
Managing Partner
XSML
Rosanne Whalley
CEO
AHL Venture Partners
Roeland Donckers
Managing Partner
Iungo Capital
Teddy Mugabo
CEO
Rwanda Green Fund
Kampeta Sayinzoga
CEO
Development Bank of Rwanda
Josh Whale
CEO
Ampersand
Filip Lovstrom
CEO
Roam
Niko Kadjaia
CEO
TRi
Erik Nygard
CEO
Kofa
Mukami Wainaina
Associate Director
Novastar Ventures
Nick Joshi
CEO
Leta
Nobert Haguma
CEO
Swapinga
Shiro Wachira
Head of Portfolio
Equator VC
Philip Gasaatura
AC Group / Open Space Capital
Emile Kinuma
Watu Credit
Serge Kamuhinda
CEO
Volkswagen Rwanda
Doreen Orishaba
MD
Basigo Rwanda
Bram van den Bosch
CEO
Emata
Andrew Thinguri
CFO
SokoFresh
Deina Mayaki
CEO
Agriarche
Tage Kene-Okafor
Africa & Middle East Reporter
TechCrunch
Belinda Bwiza
CEO
One Acre Fund
Kamran Heinrich Ahmad
CEO
Kivu Choice
Shobhita Soor
Co-Founder & CEO
Legendary Foods
Claire van Enk
Co-Founder & CEO
Farm to Feed
Eugene Gikonyo
Investment Principal
Mercy Corps Ventures
Damilare Dosunmu
Africa Reporter
Rest of World
Sieka Gatabaki
Program Director
AgriFin
Levi Gasangwa
CBO
Bank of Kigali
Sergio Tati
CEO
Anda
Kayode Adeyinka
CEO & Founder
Gigmile
Siongo Kisoso
Regional Director
SwedFund
Prevost Kla
Investment Director
Investisseurs & Partenaires
Aunnie Patton Power
Founder
Innovative Finance Initiative
Saad Sheikh
Partner
Enko Capital
Lilian Simiyu
Deputy MD
Mastercard Africa Growth Fund
Important Logistics & FAQs
Africa/Week 2025 is a two-day summit hosted at Norrsken House Kigali bringing together Africa’s most influential technology and investment leaders to explore new approaches for catalyzing capital into transformative solutions across the continent.
The event will be held on November 20–21, 2025 at Norrsken House Kigali, Rwanda’s premier innovation hub.
Africa/Week is a curated, invitation-based event limited to 500 attendees. Participants include startup founders, investors, fund managers, development partners, and key ecosystem enablers shaping Africa’s innovation and finance landscape.
The Capital & Returns Forum is an invitation-only half-day session on November 21 focusing on alternative capital and next-generation fund models in Africa. It convenes Fund Investors (LPs), Fund Managers (GPs), and ecosystem partners to discuss practical financing approaches and proven structures.
Interested participants can apply through the official Africa/Week 2025 website. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and confirmation is subject to event capacity and participant profile.
