Publication date: 2 April 2026
The start of the year is traditionally a key time for strategic planning and forging partnerships in the iGaming space. For over a decade, the BiG Africa Summit has been the continent’s leading platform for gaming and betting professionals. In 2027, the summit will once again serve as a strategic hub where participants don’t just talk about trends—they make real business decisions to move their companies forward.
The 13th Annual BiG Africa Summit returns to Gaborone! From 15 to 18 February 2027, The Grand Palm Hotel Casino and Convention Resort will once again host the African iGaming community’s flagship event. Since its launch in 2014, the BiG Africa Summit has grown into a cornerstone event, actively shaping the evolution of legal remote gaming and betting across Southern Africa and the continent as a whole. A decade of steadfast industry support has turned the summit into a premier gathering that draws international participants year after year—from long-time supporters to first-time entrants.
The BiG Africa Summit is an annual international conference and exhibition focused on driving growth in iGaming and betting across Africa. The summit brings together the industry’s key players: operators, providers, regulators, service companies, thought leaders, and decision-makers.
The event blends a business expo, a discussion forum, and a networking hub, giving participants the opportunity to:
The four-day program combines business sessions, an expo, and networking activities.
15 February (Day 1)
17:00 – Registration & Networking Drinks
17:30 – BiG Africa Summit 2027 Opening & Awards Evening
16 February (Day 2)
Full-day conference & expo
Seminars A & B (running concurrently with the main summit)
17 February (Day 3)
Full-day conference & expo
Seminars C & D (running concurrently with the main summit)
18:00–22:00 – BiG Africa Harmony (invitation-only dinner)
18 February (Day 4)
BiG Excursion & Farewell Dinner
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Event dates:
15 Feb 2027
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18 Feb 2027
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Event program
Day 1
15 февраля (День 1)
17:00 — Регистрация и приветственный коктейль
17:30 — Церемония открытия и награждения BiG Africa Summit 2027
Day 2
16 февраля (День 2)
Полный день конференции и выставки
Семинары A и B (параллельно с основной программой)
Day 3
17 февраля (День 3)
Полный день конференции и выставки
Семинары C и D (параллельно с основной программой)
18:00–22:00 — BiG Africa Harmony (ужин только по приглашениям)
Day 4
18 февраля (День 4)
BiG Excursion & Farewell Dinner — экскурсия и прощальный ужин
The summit is tailored for C-level executives and professionals who value direct access to key decision-makers and high-impact, face-to-face networking. Top experts keep coming back to the BiG Africa Summit, drawn by the opportunity to grow within a gaming community defined by unwavering dedication and passion.
Each year, the summit brings together over 1,500–2,000 professionals from dozens of African countries and the wider international community. Attendees include:
Several ticket categories are available for BiG Africa Summit 2027:
3-Day Delegate Pass (International Based) – €1145
For attendees living outside Africa. Includes: Welcome Reception, 2 full days of conference & expo, daily networking lunches, coffee breaks, and refreshments.
3-Day Delegate Pass (Based In Africa) – €945
For attendees living in Africa. Includes: Welcome Reception, 2 full days of conference & expo, daily networking lunches, coffee breaks, and refreshments.
3-Day Delegate Pass (Based In Botswana) – €695
For attendees living in Botswana. Includes: Welcome Reception, 2 full days of conference & expo, daily networking lunches, coffee breaks, and refreshments.
Africa Based Licensed Operator (Subject to Approval)
Free Operator Visitor Passes – expo access only. Limited to 2 free passes per licensed Africa-based operator. Upgrade to Delegate Pass available.
VIP Upgrade – €1500 supplement for expanded access (15–18 February), including:
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