Pwani Innovation Week

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The countdown continues…

In just a few days, Mombasa will once again become the home of innovation, creativity, entrepreneurship, and collaboration.

Join us as we launch the 7th Edition of 2026 and celebrate 10 years of Swahilipot Hub Foundation.

📍 Mombasa | 📅 23rd July

The countdown has officially begun!

Mark your calendars for the 7th Edition of Pwani Innovation Week, happening 26–31 October 2026 at Swahilipot Hub Foundation, Mombasa, Kenya.

As Swahilipot Hub celebrates 10 years of transforming youth and thriving communities, this year’s edition promises to be bigger, bolder, and more impactful. Under the theme “A Decade & Beyond,” we’ll bring together innovators, entrepreneurs, creatives, policymakers, investors, and changemakers to explore ideas that will shape the future of the Coast and beyond.

Get ready for inspiring conversations, groundbreaking innovations, networking opportunities, exhibitions, startup showcases, and collaborations that drive meaningful change.

📍 Venue: Swahilipot Hub Foundation, Mombasa
📅 Dates: 26–31 October 2026

Save the date and join us as we celebrate a decade of impact while building the future together.

As we bring today’s launch to a close, Sophia Wabosha delivers the Vote of Thanks, expressing heartfelt appreciation to our partners, speakers, guests, and everyone who made the official launch of Pwani Innovation Week 2026 and the celebration of 10 years of Swahilipot Hub Foundation a success.

“It is through Swahilipot that you get to experience Mombasa and its rich culture, powered by innovation and technology.”

— Professor Shaukat Abdulrazak

“Swahilipot Hub is proof that crazy ideas turn out to be the best ones.Never underestimate the power of Kenyan ingenuity. When given a challenge, Kenyans don’t ask how to do it they ask when you need it done.”

— H.E. Peter Maddens, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Belgium to Kenya

“Many people are good at explaining why things cannot be done, but it’s always better to focus on finding solutions.”

— Ambassador Sultan Hajiyev, Ambassador of Azerbaijan to Kenya

“Mombasa plays a role similar to Rotterdam it connects the country to countless opportunities.”

— Ambassador of the Kingdom of the Netherlands to Kenya Henk Jan Bakker.

“Swahilipot reminds us that innovation is not just about technology it’s about people and creating opportunities for young people to learn and grow.”

— Ambassador Tyas Baskoro Her Witjaksono Adji

“There’s a lot we can do with AI so that we can get rid of the tendency of being dependent and get rid of poverty.”

— Professor Bitange Ndemo