next
generation africa
italian roadshow
20-28 JUNE 2026
From 20 to 28 June 2026, the BeEntrepreneurs Association will host in Italy the top 6 startups from the “Next Generation Africa” program, offering a captivating opportunity to delve into the African startup scene and its innovative ecosystem!
The initiative
Following the highly successful editions in May 2022 and June 2024, the winners of the new edition of the program “Next Generation Africa” are set to land in Italy for the third time. Spanning across Milan and Bologna, this journey will feature many gatherings aimed at tracing the paths of thriving enterprises, showcasing business concepts, and nurturing lasting connections.
Between 20 and 28 June 2026, the winning startups from Tanzania, which were selected from over 650 applications across the African continent and attended an intensive acceleration bootcamp in Dar Er Salaam in August 2025, will engage with the Italian innovation ecosystem in Milan and Bologna thanks to a unique experience organized by BeEntrepreneurs.
THE startups
the winning teams of “Next Generation Africa” are
MariTest
A healthcare-focused startup developing a portable, non-invasive device that detects malaria in under two minutes using AI-powered biosensors, enabling fast, painless diagnosis and real-time data collection for better care in remote African communities.
Lishe360
A food-innovation startup addressing hidden hunger in Tanzania by producing nutritious baby foods enriched with local superfoods, while empowering parents through large online communities and affordable nutrition education to improve child health.
Afya Ya Mnyama Digital
An agritech startup developing the Mnyama Check mobile and web platform, using smart sensors and AI analytics to monitor livestock health, activity, and reproduction, helping farmers improve productivity, reduce losses, and build climate resilience.
Impactio
A social‑impact startup developing a cloud‑based platform that automates core operations for social enterprises and NGOs, using AI to reduce administrative work and connect funding directly to field activities while tracking financial health and social impact in real time.
TruSource
An agritech startup offering a platform that digitizes agricultural exports by enabling farm‑to‑fork traceability, automating compliance, and providing real‑time supply‑chain insights to streamline operations and significantly reduce compliance costs.
Vortan
A healthcare startup building MediLink, an AI‑powered medical device connectivity platform that captures and analyzes real‑time clinical data, even in low‑infrastructure hospitals, enabling instant alerts, predictive insights, and smarter, faster life‑saving decisions with fewer staff.
startups
the winning teams of “Next Generation Africa” are
A healthcare-focused startup developing a portable, non-invasive device that detects malaria in under two minutes using AI-powered biosensors, enabling fast, painless diagnosis and real-time data collection for better care in remote African communities.
A food-innovation startup addressing hidden hunger in Tanzania by producing nutritious baby foods enriched with local superfoods, while empowering parents through large online communities and affordable nutrition education to improve child health.
An agritech startup developing the Mnyama Check mobile and web platform, using smart sensors and AI analytics to monitor livestock health, activity, and reproduction, helping farmers improve productivity, reduce losses, and build climate resilience.
A social‑impact startup developing a cloud‑based platform that automates core operations for social enterprises and NGOs, using AI to reduce administrative work and connect funding directly to field activities while tracking financial health and social impact in real time.
An agritech startup offering a platform that digitizes agricultural exports by enabling farm‑to‑fork traceability, automating compliance, and providing real‑time supply‑chain insights to streamline operations and significantly reduce compliance costs.
A healthcare startup building MediLink, an AI‑powered medical device connectivity platform that captures and analyzes real‑time clinical data, even in low‑infrastructure hospitals, enabling instant alerts, predictive insights, and smarter, faster life‑saving decisions with fewer staff.
Agenda for the week
This year’s initiative/program boasts networking and training sessions, on-the-ground meetings with the
most innovative entrepreneurs in our country, sessions with potential investors and a public event open to
the innovation community.
Discovery
Visiting Companies, Innovation Centers, and Ecosystem Spaces
Learn
Workshops and mentoring sessions with leading universities and institutions
Networking
Meetings with the community, participation in “We Make Future”, the International Fair on Technological and Digital Innovation
Match
Peer-to-peer matching with Italian startups and scaleups
Partner
Meetings with Italian companies and relevant corporations for the verticals and/or industries
Invest
Meetings with impact investors, venture capital funds, business angels’ networks and foundations
Discovery
Visiting Companies, Innovation Centers, and Ecosystem Spaces
Learn
Workshops and mentoring sessions with leading universities and institutions
Networking
Meetings with the community, participation in “We Make Future”, the International Fair on Technological and Digital Innovation
Match
Peer-to-peer matching with Italian startups and scaleups
Partner
Meetings with Italian companies and relevant corporations for the verticals and/or industries
Invest
Meetings with impact investors, venture capital funds, business angels’ networks and foundations
PUBLIC EVENT:
STARTUP AFRICA DAY
Join us on Tuesday, 23rd June 2026 from 6.30 pm, for Startup Africa Day, hosted at Parco Center in Milan.
This flagship event celebrates the conclusion of the Next Generation Africa 2026 program and brings together some of the most promising African startups, innovation leaders, and ecosystem builders from East Africa and Italy.
Participants will have the unique opportunity to:
- Connect with entrepreneurs from Uganda, Kenya and Tanzania
- Explore high-impact African innovation projects
- Engage in inspiring conversations on technology, cooperation and sustainable development
- Attend a dynamic roundtable featuring experts working on innovation across the African continent
- Experience live startup pitches showcasing real solutions and transformative ideas
To close the event, attendees are invited to an African-flavored networking cocktail, featuring authentic African cuisine, drinks and canapés — an ideal moment to network, celebrate cultural diversity, and build meaningful connections between the Italian and African innovation ecosystems.
Seats are limited, reserve yours today.
PARTNERS
The success of our initiative is made possible thanks to the support of a diverse network of partners: from institutional stakeholders to leading tech players, from key contributors within the innovation ecosystem to high-impact organizations in the non-profit sector.
Together, we create a collaborative environment where ideas grow, relationships strengthen, and innovation thrives.
Join us and be part of this collective impact.
PROMOTERs & Supporters
PROMOTERs & Supporters
Ecosystem Partners
Ecosystem Partners
media & TECHNICAL PARTNERs
media & Tecnical Partners
Not ready to join the event but still want to get in contact? Drop us your email!