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.

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.

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.

Tanzania and India are seeking to strengthen agricultural cooperation at the Africa Agri Expo 2026, according to The Chanzo. The two-day exhibition opened on September 2 at the Julius Nyerere International Trade Fair grounds, drawing farmers, agribusiness leaders, investors, policymakers and innovators from around the world to discuss opportunities in the sector.

Google Cloud held its first Cloud Summit in Africa at the Sandton Convention Centre in South Africa, attracting 3,000 attendees including business leaders, developers, and public sector representatives. The event focused on the continent's digital transformation and introduced new investments in Agentic AI and infrastructure.

Business operators in Diani anticipate a boost in commercial activity due to the influx of visitors for The BAG Festival in Kwale County. Accommodation providers, restaurant owners, and transport operators report increased demand for their services as many visitors arrive ahead of the weekend. Lilian Njeri, an Airbnb host, noted the positive impact of the event on local businesses.