NAIROBI TO HOST PREMIER REAL ESTATE GATHERING THIS AUGUST
The highly anticipated Africa Real Estate Summit, Awards & Expo returns to Nairobi on August 30, 2025, bringing together the continent’s most influential property developers, investors, and industry professionals. Set against the sophisticated backdrop of The Heron Hotel, this premier event promises to be a pivotal gathering for anyone invested in East Africa’s dynamic real estate market.
After successful editions in Lagos, Accra, Abuja, and previous Nairobi events, the summit’s return to Kenya’s capital underscores the city’s growing importance as a real estate hub in the region. This year’s theme, “The Future of Real Estate in Africa: Technology and Digital Evolution,” reflects the industry’s rapid transformation through innovation and digital solutions.
A COMPREHENSIVE PLATFORM FOR REAL ESTATE STAKEHOLDERS
The Africa Real Estate Summit stands out as more than just a conference—it’s a multifaceted platform designed to address the diverse needs of the property sector. The half-day event, running from 2:30 PM to 7:00 PM, packs an impressive agenda that includes:
Insightful Knowledge Sessions
Industry experts will deliver keynote addresses exploring current trends, challenges, and opportunities in African real estate. These sessions will provide valuable insights into:
- Emerging technologies reshaping property development and management
- Sustainable building practices gaining traction across the continent
- Financing innovations making homeownership more accessible
- Market trends and investment opportunities in East Africa
- Regulatory changes affecting the real estate landscape
Prestigious Awards Ceremony
The Africa Real Estate Excellence Awards will recognize outstanding achievements across multiple categories, celebrating organizations and individuals who have demonstrated exceptional performance and innovation. Award categories include:
- Real Estate Agency of the Year: Honoring exceptional service providers in property transactions
- Affordable Housing Estate of the Year: Recognizing developments addressing Kenya’s housing deficit
- Architectural Company of the Year: Celebrating design excellence and innovation
- Paints Manufacturing Company of the Year: Acknowledging quality in building materials
- Real Estate Personality of the Year: Honoring individual excellence and leadership
- Real Estate Tech Innovation of the Year: Recognizing technological breakthroughs
- Real Estate Financial Organization of the Year: Highlighting excellence in property financing
A special Recognition Award will also be presented to organizations or individuals who have made extraordinary contributions to the growth and development of Africa’s real estate sector, as selected by the advisory board and awards planning committee.
Market Context
Africa’s real estate sector continues to demonstrate remarkable resilience and growth despite global economic challenges. With urbanization rates across the continent projected to reach 50% by 2030 and a growing middle class, the demand for quality housing, commercial spaces, and innovative property solutions has never been higher. East Africa, particularly Kenya, has emerged as a regional hub for real estate investment, with over $5 billion in projects currently under development.
Event History
Since its inception in 2018, the Africa Real Estate Summit has grown from a local networking event to the continent’s premier real estate conference. The 2024 Lagos edition attracted over 800 delegates from 23 countries and facilitated investment deals worth an estimated $230 million.
Summit Program
Pre-Summit Activities (August 28)
- 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Early Registration & Welcome Cocktail (Heron Hotel Poolside)
- 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM: VIP Dinner (By invitation only)
Main Summit Day (August 29)
- 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM: Registration & Exhibition Viewing
- 2:30 PM – 3:00 PM: Opening Ceremony
- 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM: Keynote Address: “The Future of African Real Estate in a Global Context”
- 3:45 PM – 4:30 PM: Panel Discussion: “Sustainable Development & Green Building in Africa”
- 4:30 PM – 5:00 PM: Networking Tea Break & Exhibition
- 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Award Presentation Ceremony
- 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM: Cocktail Reception & Networking
Panel Sessions
- Financing the Future: Investment Models for African Real Estate
- Innovative financing mechanisms
- Role of pension funds and institutional investors
- Crowdfunding and alternative financing models
- Risk management strategies
- PropTech Revolution: Digitizing African Real Estate
- AI and big data in property management
- Blockchain applications for land registries
- Virtual reality in property marketing
- Smart city initiatives across Africa
- Affordable Housing Solutions for Rapid Urbanization
- Government policies and incentives
- Low-cost construction technologies
- Financing models for low and middle-income housing
- Community-based housing initiatives
- Commercial Real Estate Trends: Offices, Retail, and Logistics
- Post-pandemic workplace evolution
- E-commerce impact on retail spaces
- Industrial and logistics sector growth
- Mixed-use development opportunities
Exhibition Showcase
The expo floor will feature over 50 exhibitors showcasing the latest innovations, projects, and services in the real estate sector:
Exhibition Categories
- Property Developers
- Construction Companies
- Building Materials Manufacturers
- Financial Institutions
- PropTech Solutions
- Interior Design Firms
- Real Estate Agencies
- Government Housing Authorities
Contact Information
For inquiries regarding sponsorships, partnerships, participation, travel deals, and accommodations near the summit venue:
- Phone/WhatsApp: +254 735 492782
- Email: info@africarealestatesummit.org
- Website: www.africarealestatesummit.org
For award considerations:
- Email: awards@africarealestatesummit.org
- Phone: +254 711 569321
For media inquiries:
- Email: media@africarealestatesummit.org
- Phone: +254 722 876543
Why Attend
This summit provides an exceptional opportunity to:
- Network with over 500 industry professionals from across Africa and beyond
- Discover innovative solutions and technologies transforming the real estate landscape
- Explore investment opportunities in Africa’s $50+ billion real estate market
- Gain insights from 25+ expert speakers and thought leaders
- Celebrate excellence in the real estate sector
- Participate in deal-making opportunities with serious investors and developers
- Stay ahead of industry trends and regulatory developments
Previous Success Stories
- At the 2024 Lagos Summit, Kenyan developer Centum Real Estate secured $45 million in funding for their affordable housing project
- PropTech startup Mvule Technologies launched their blockchain-based land registry solution at the 2023 summit and has since expanded to five African countries
- Over 60% of past attendees report making valuable business connections that resulted in deals within 12 months of the event
Secure your spot now and be part of Africa’s real estate revolution!
