Thematic tracks
Six tracks, one continental agenda
Every session at BUILD 2026 sits within one of six tracks. Select a track to read its scope.
Infrastructure
Scaling energy, shared compute and AI-ready infrastructure — and the technical capacity to sustain it.
Economy
Turning compute investment into GDP growth, industrial competitiveness and high-value digital jobs.
Geopolitics
Digital sovereignty, regional cooperation and Africa’s seat at the table in global AI governance.
Governance & Ethics
Frameworks, standards and multi-stakeholder collaboration for responsible, trusted AI.
Tech Justice
Equitable access, inclusive participation and local ownership of AI’s benefits.
Innovation Catalysis
Research, entrepreneurship and partnerships that scale African innovation.