Founders Rant X 2.0, a business event held in Lagos, brought together Nigerian founders, entrepreneurs and business leaders for a day of open discussions about building, leading and sustaining companies. According to Nairametrics, the gathering focused on honest conversations, practical insights and shared experiences, offering participants unfiltered perspectives on the realities of entrepreneurship and the challenges of running a business in Nigeria.

New and traditional methods of cooking and adding value to meat are transforming Kenya's livestock and meat sector, with traders and innovators using technology and new knowledge to attract consumers, according to Taifa Leo. This emerged at the Kenya Meat Expo 2026, organised by Nation Media Group alongside the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development and other stakeholders. The fifth edition of the expo was held at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre in Nairobi from August 26 to 28, drawing farmers, processors and traders.

The Uganda-Nigeria Business Forum and Exhibition has been officially launched at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Kampala, according to Uganda Update News. The event is intended to promote bilateral trade between Uganda and Nigeria, providing a platform for business engagement and exhibition ahead of the main forum. Further details about dates, participants, and expected outcomes were not provided in the report.

On July 2, 2026, the Islamic Chamber of Commerce and Industry Uganda (ICCIU) held its inaugural Business Dialogue focused on the potential of the global halal economy for Ugandan businesses. The event took place at the Uganda Investment Authority Auditorium in Kampala and was conducted in a hybrid format, allowing both online and in-person participation.

A preview event in Nairobi introduced the GreenShift Forum 2026, scheduled for October 22, bringing together participants from technology, sustainability, finance and other sectors. According to TechTrends KE, the forum aims to serve as a meeting point for businesses, policymakers, investors, sustainability practitioners and innovators addressing major questions facing East Africa's green economy. The preview event was designed to draw a wider audience into the conversation ahead of the main gathering later in the year.

The Kenya Times reports that President William Ruto has faced heavy criticism over remarks made during a meeting with MSMEs at State House, which the outlet describes as the epicentre of his campaign activities. According to the article, Ruto previously used the Deputy President's residence for campaigns ahead of the 2022 elections and now uses State House. The piece argues that Kenya should focus on building competitiveness rather than fearing its neighbours.