On 2–3 November 2026, BlueInvest Africa returns for its fourth edition in Cape Town, bringing together 25 high-potential African startups and SMEs selected to pitch directly to international investors and partners
These ventures reflect the diversity and dynamismof Africa’s blue economy ecosystem, spanning regions from West, East, Southern and North Africa. Active across sectors such as ocean technologies, sustainable fisheries, marine renewable energy and circular economy solutions, they have been selected for their strong commercial impact
The pitchers come the following countries: Egypt, Ivory Coast, Kenya, Liberia, Malawi, Morocco, Namibia, Nigeria, Uganda, South Africa, Tanzania, Tunisia, Zambia
Discover the selected pitchers and their companies.
At the core of BlueInvest Africa is a clear objective: connecting these entrepreneurs with the right investors to unlock concrete financing opportunities. Through dedicated pitching sessions, targeted matchmaking and tailored coaching, the selected startups benefit from a structured pathway to investment and growth
More than a showcase, the event is a deal-making platform where investors can identify investment-ready projects aligned with ocean sustainability and long-term value creation
Hosted in Cape Town – one of Africa’s leading maritime and innovation hubs – the 2026 edition offers a strategic environment to accelerate partnerships and scale solutions that contribute to the sustainable development of ocean-based economies
As momentum builds towards November, the BlueInvest Africa community continues to expand, reinforcing its role as a bridge between investors, innovators and EU-Africa cooperation in the blue economy. Join the BlueInvest Africa LinkedIn community at BlueInvest Africa LinkedIn Group
More information
Website of the event: www.blueinvestafrica.eu
Publication date
16 April 2026
Author
Directorate-General for Maritime Affairs and Fisheries
