CEO at Explore Zanzi.
REAL STARTUP
EXPERIENCE
EXPERIENCE
24
Speakers
13-17th
of november
of november
Zanzibar,
Tanzania.
Startup
Startup Week
Zanzibar
240
Global Speakers
50
Forum
Days
Days
100
Unique
Workshops
Workshops
10
Great
Stage
Stage
Unleash Innovation, Embrace Adventure:
A Transformational Journey in Zanzibar.
Welcome to Techstars Startup Week Zanzibar 2023, where innovation and tourism intertwine to ignite a wave of creative brilliance. Join us for an immersive experience, uniting visionary entrepreneurs, travel enthusiasts, and industry leaders.
Unleash your potential amidst Zanzibar’s breathtaking beauty and thriving startup ecosystem. Together, let’s create a new era of innovation and explore boundless possibilities in paradise
benefits
What you will get
Networking Opportunities
Please come meet a diverse range of entrepreneurs, investors, industry experts, and potential customers. Techstars Startup Week Zanzibar provides an excellent opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals, potential collaborators, mentors, and investors who can help you grow your business.
Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Techstars Startup Week Zanzibar will provide a platform for startups, entrepreneurs, and innovators from various industries to showcase their ideas, products, and services. Engaging workshops, pitch competitions, and networking events will empower participants to share their visions for a sustainable future while addressing local and global challenges.
Empowering Local Entrepreneurs
Techstars Startup Week Zanzibar will prioritize the empowerment of local entrepreneurs by providing them with opportunities to connect with investors, access mentorship, and gain exposure to international markets. The event will feature pitch competitions, networking sessions, and workshops focused on fostering innovation and growth in the local startup ecosystem.
Collaboration and Partnerships
To maximize the impact of the event, Startup Week Zanzibar will foster collaboration between the government, private sector, non-profit organizations, and the local community of entrepreneurs and innovators. This partnership will encourage knowledge exchange, foster entrepreneurship, and create opportunities for sustainable growth.
Software Consultant
Andre Barnes
Founder Afro bites.
Fiker Ashenafi Dgefu
CEO at Zanzibar Startup Association
Ikram Soraga
Content Creator
Ishan Jussab
Community Engagement Lead-I4 Policy.
Islam Albeit
Partner and Board Member at FOVIN Consultancy
John Okoro
Expert in Cloud Infrastructure & Networking Security.
Jonette Jones
Digital Transformation Manager
Joseph Rubambe
Real Estate Consultant
Judith Mwanri
Executive Director at Zanzibar Economic Empowerment Agency (ZEEA)
Juma Burhan
Director at Neurotech Africa.
Kalebu Gwakugano
Professor for Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Tongji University Shanghai - China.
Lena Bernhofer
Private Sector Partnership Manager
Mustapha Shariff
Professor & Head of Department at Sustainable Entrepreneurship at International University of Applied Sciences
Prof. Dr. Esin Bozyazi
Founder at Sazali Consultancy
Samiha Zahor
CBDC & Cryptocurrency Auditor and Blockchain Trainer
Sandra Chogo
Legal Technology Expert at the Institute of Development Studies, University of Sussex
Sarah Stephens
Team Lead
Taleeb Jussab
Director of Research and Policy engagement
Twahir Khalfan
when & where
Events
day 01
day 02
day 03
day 04
day 05
Opening Ceremony
Press Conference
09.30 – 10.35
Golden Tulip
Airport Hotel
Celebrating Innovation and Entrepreneurship: The Grand Opening of Techstars Startup Week Zanzibar 2023, 2nd Edition!
B2B Exhibition
Event/Conference
09.30 – 10.45
Golden Tulip
Airport Hotel
Unleash Your Startup Potential! Are you ready to take your startup to new heights? Join us at TechStars Startup Week Zanzibar, where innovation meets opportunity in the stunning backdrop of Zanzibar’s tropical paradise. Don’t miss the chance to showcase your game-changing ideas and products to a global audience of tech enthusiasts, investors, and industry leaders.
Panel Discussion
10.45 – 12.00
Golden Tulip
Airport Hotel
Join the insightful Panel Discussion: ‘Sailing Through Challenges, Charting Opportunities.
Pitch In A Snap
13.00 – 13.30
Golden Tulip
Airport Hotel
Get ready for the most intense elevator pitches in town! Over two action-packed days, startups will have just 30 seconds to dazzle us with their ideas.
WORKSHOP
13.30 – 14.30
Golden Tulip
Airport Hotel
Join us for a workshop that delves into dissecting and examining the various elements of a significant policy, aiming to unravel its impact and implications.
Panel discussion
14.30 – 15.45
Golden Tulip
Airport Hotel
Join us for a riveting Panel Discussion as we delve deep into the “Zanzibar Startup Policy.
MENTOR’S CORNER
10.00 – 15.00
Golden Tulip
Airport Hotel
We’re thrilled to introduce you to the incredible #mentors joining us from all around the world for ‘Mentors Corner’during @startupweekzanzibar `23
WORKSHOP
09.50 – 11.00
Golden Tulip
Airport Hotel
Join us for the ‘Online and Offline Search for Information’ workshop featuring Dr. Lena Bernhofer, a leading expert in Entrepreneurship and Innovation.
Pitch In A Snap
11.10 – 11.40
Golden Tulip
Airport Hotel
Get ready for the most intense elevator pitches in town! Over two action-packed days, startups will have just 30 seconds to dazzle us with their ideas.
Mentors Corner
11.40 – 13.30
Golden Tulip
Airport Hotel
Grab the opportunity to have a one-on-one 15-minute session with seasoned entrepreneurs, both global and local, during our 2-day event.
PANEL DISCUSSION
Panel Discussion
13.30 – 14.30
Golden Tulip
Airport Hotel
Unlocking Zanzibar’s Potential
Join us for a riveting Panel Discussion as we delve deep into the “Zanzibar Startup Policy.” We’ll analyze its impact and unveil the implications for the business landscape with local and global policymakers.
PANEL DISCUSION
Panel Discusion
10.20 – 12.00
The Box
Join our Panel Discussion for Small Startup CEOs and discover key tactics and tools for growth.
TECH TRIVIA
TECHNOLOGY
13.00 – 13.30
The Box
Get ready to put your tech knowledge to the test. Anastasia facilitationwithanastasia invites you to an exciting Tech Trivia.
Mentors Corner
13.30 – 14.00
The Box
Grab the opportunity to have a one-on-one 15-minute session with seasoned entrepreneurs, both global and local, during our 2-day event.
Panel Discussion
14.30 – 15.15
The Box
Join our Panel Discussion for Small Startup CEOs and discover key tactics and tools for growth.
WORKSHOP.
WORKSHOP
09.30 – 10.30
The Box
Discover the magic of Blockchain in our empowering workshop.
Let’s unlock the power of decentralized technology together!
Presentation
The Box
00.30 – 11.30
The Box
Excited to join the workshop on Sustainable Entrepreneurship with Prof. Dr. Esin Bozyazi, a trailblazer in the field
Beach Party
Afterparty/Entertainment
04.00 – Midnight
Paje/Matemwe
Beach, Zanzibar
We are thrilled to invite you to a one-of-a-kind experience during Techstars Startup Week Zanzibar – our Beach Party!
testimonials
what people say
Great Event!
“As the Founder of Zanziholics Digital Agency, I wholeheartedly endorse Startup Week Zanzibar.
The environment was ripe for innovation, offering excellent networking opportunities with professionals from various industries.
The insights gleaned from the workshops and keynotes have been invaluable for my team. We left the event with a renewed sense of purpose and a host of actionable strategies.
Startup Week Zanzibar is not just an event; it's an investment in your business's future. Count me in for next year!”
Dr. Augustine Rutasingwa
Founder at ZanziholicsIncredible Experience!
“Startup Week Zanzibar is a cornerstone event for anyone involved in entrepreneurship in the region. The quality of the speakers, the depth of the workshops, and the opportunity to connect with like-minded professionals make it a must-attend event. As someone deeply involved in fostering the startup ecosystem in Zanzibar, I was particularly impressed with the focus on actionable insights and hands-on skills. Don't miss out on this chance to elevate your business acumen and professional network.”
Ikram Soraga
C.E.O at Zanzibar Startup Association (ZSA)