AFROCHAIN 2025

AfroChain 2025 — Africa’s Boldest Web3 & Blockchain Summit

About the Event

AfroChain Summit 2025 is East Africa’s bold Web3 and blockchain conference, set for 4-5 October 2025 in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, at the Addis Ababa Science Museum. Over two days, it brings together developers, founders, policymakers, creators and other stakeholders in the Web3 ecosystem. Apart from keynotes, panels and networking, the Summit includes a high-energy hackathon (100+ developers, significant prize pool, partners providing tools and mentorship) and the launch of NextChain Ethiopia — a year-round ecosystem initiative across 15 universities, incubators and policy hubs to cultivate future blockchain builders.

The event is run by Kese Events, a company in Addis Ababa that plans big conferences and live-streamed shows.
They focus on African tech, culture, and new ideas, bringing people together both online and in person.

What Will Happen

2,000 people are expected to join from around the world.

Students from 15 universities will take part through special programs like NextChain Ethiopia.

Over 100 developers will compete in a 48-hour hackathon to build new blockchain tools and win prizes.

More than 50 partners are already supporting the event.

The team is still adding more speakers, exhibitors, and media partners, so the final number will be even bigger.

Speakers and Experts

You can hear from well-known leaders, such as Dr. Leon Rebelsky, an expert in Crypto Trading and blockchain projects. Mery Avestisyan – works in global business development. Kanessa Muluneh – leader of the Coerman-Muluneh Family Office.

Groups like the Africa Blockchain Institute, Ethiopian Blockchain Network, Project Catalyst, and MInT will also share their knowledge.
Topics include DeFi, NFTs, digital identity, and how blockchain can help Africa grow.

Sponsors and Partners

Big names are already supporting AfroChain 2025, such as: Tether (USDT), Sorted Wallet, Santa Trading PLC, Yeneta Blockchain Academy, Africa Blockchain Institute, Project Catalyst, and Ethiopian Airlines

The list of exhibitors is still growing. There will be booths to explore new products, apps, and services.

Why You Should Attend

Meet People & Build Partnerships: Connect with developers, investors, founders, and policy leaders from Africa and beyond.

Learn from Experts: Hear real stories about building Blockchain Projects in Africa.

Hackathon Fun: Developers can create new apps in just 48 hours and compete for prizes.

Show Your Ideas: Startups and projects can present their work to investors and partners.

Culture & Policy Mix: Explore how blockchain fits with African culture, laws, and everyday life.

What to Watch For

Key Topics: DeFi, NFTs, smart contracts, digital identity, and how governments manage crypto.

Speakers: Global and African leaders sharing their success and lessons.

Hackathon Rules & Prizes: Great for developers and investors looking for new talent.

Exhibitor Demos: See new wallets, blockchain apps, and learning tools in action.

Policy Talks: Learn about crypto laws, taxes, and cross-border trading in Africa.

Local Insights: Understand how blockchain can solve real problems like finance, identity, and internet access.

After the Event

AfroChain 2025 is not just a two-day summit. It’s the start of new friendships, business deals, and projects.
Participants can keep working together, launch startups, and stay connected long after the summit ends.