PyCon Africa 2026 Opens Call for Talk Submissions

The Call for Proposals (CFP) for PyCon Africa 2026 is officially open, inviting developers, data scientists, AI enthusiasts, and open-source contributors to submit their talk ideas.

The conference will take place in Kampala, Uganda, from October 7–11, 2026, bringing together Python communities from across the continent.

Who Should Apply?

Organizers are encouraging both first-time and experienced speakers to submit proposals. Topics of interest include:

• Python development
• Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
• Data science and analytics
• Web development
• Open source projects
• Community building and tech education

PyCon Africa is known for highlighting African innovation and creating a platform for knowledge sharing across borders.

Important Deadline

The submission deadline is April 16, 2026, at 11:59 PM (EAT).

Selected speakers will have the opportunity to present their work to a diverse audience of developers, startups, students, and tech leaders from across Africa and beyond.

Why It Matters for Rwanda’s Tech Community

For Rwandan developers and startups, PyCon Africa offers exposure to a continental network of innovators. It is also a chance to showcase projects, research, and real-world solutions built on Python.

As Rwanda continues strengthening its tech ecosystem, participation in events like PyCon Africa helps local developers gain visibility, build partnerships, and contribute to Africa’s growing open-source movement.

Developers interested in speaking can submit their proposals via the official website: africa.pycon.org

With the CFP now open, the stage is set for Africa’s Python community to share its stories, innovations, and impact.