Media Registration

Media Registration – GEC+Africa 2026

Who qualifies?

Journalists, broadcasters, accredited trade publications, and media correspondents with verified editorial assignments or proof of media reach.

Important: All media applications will be vetted. You will be required to submit:

A valid press card or official media registration number valid press card, a letter from publication editor, proof of registration with a recognised body (e.g., Press Council, ICASA license, or a recognised press association).
Proof of assignment from a recognised media house / editorial commission.
Freelance journalists must provide evidence of recent, published work relevant to entrepreneurship, business, or economic development.

To request a media pass, please email press@gecafrica.co

In March 2024, Cape Town hosted the first-ever Global Entrepreneurship Congress Africa (GEC+Africa), drawing over 2,000 delegates from across Africa and around the world. Startups, MSMEs, investors, corporates, policymakers, and ecosystem leaders came together for two powerful days that set bold new goals for entrepreneurship on the continent.

The Congress

Useful Links

Gen Global

The Global Entrepreneurship Network is a 501(c)3 organisation that operates an array of programmes in 200 countries aimed at making it easier for anyone, anywhere to start and scale a business.

22 On Sloane

22 On Sloane is Africa’s largest startup campus, enabling entrepreneurs and MSMEs to scale through expert mentorship, funding opportunities, and access to global markets.