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SUMMARY:Simply Complex Africa: 2nd Annual Movement
DESCRIPTION:Reimagining Prosperity for Africa through connection\, creativity\, innovation\, entrepreneurship and collaboration.\nFrom Fragment to Connection. \nWhat if Africa’s prosperity is not something we wait for\, but something we build together? \nSimply Complex Africa: 2nd Annual Movement brings people from across Africa and the diaspora together in Cape Town for two days focused on connection\, opportunity and new possibilities. \nTaking place on 22 and 23 September 2026 at Youngblood-Africa\, the experience brings together youth\, entrepreneurs\, creatives\, investors and ecosystem builders to explore new approaches to prosperity and how stronger connections can turn ideas into meaningful action. \nThis is designed as an interactive experience rather than a traditional sit-down conference. Across the programme\, participants can discover emerging ventures and creative work\, hear from young innovators\, contribute ideas\, meet potential collaborators and engage in conversations around Africa’s future. \nThe programme includes a Marketplace of Possibility\, youth-led podcasts and storytelling\, live technology and creative hackathons\, entrepreneur showcases\, pitches and opportunities for collaboration. \nA central part of the experience is the Prosperity Quest\, inviting participants to contribute their ideas and commitments\, while the Prosperity Canvas provides a space to turn collective thinking into visible possibilities for the future. \nThe two-day programme moves from participation and discovery into deeper conversations and action\, creating opportunities to connect with founders\, funders\, mentors\, makers\, artists and young innovators. \nWhether you are building a business\, developing an idea\, investing in innovation\, creating new work or looking for meaningful connections across Africa\, Simply Complex Africa offers a space to participate in the conversation and help shape what comes next. \n\nDAY 1 | TUESDAY\, 22 SEPTEMBER\n09:00–17:30 \nDay One focuses on movement\, discovery and participation. \nThe programme includes the Marketplace of Possibility\, Prosperity Quest\, youth-led podcasts and storytelling\, live technology and creative hackathons\, venture showcases and People’s Choice recognition. \nCIRCLE DINNER & FASHION SHOWCASE\nTuesday evening | 17:30–22:30 \nThe evening programme brings together culture\, creativity\, mentorship and connection through an intimate Circle Dinner and Fashion Showcase. \nExpect mentor and emerging-designer pairings\, fashion\, performances\, storytelling\, recognition and conversation around the tables. \nPlease note: Circle Dinner and Fashion Showcase access depends on the ticket category selected. \n\nDAY 2 | WEDNESDAY\, 23 SEPTEMBER\n09:00–17:30 \nDay Two moves into a future-focused summit\, bringing ideas and influence together. \nThe programme includes keynotes\, youth voices\, investor and entrepreneur dialogue\, live exhibitions\, pitches\, debate\, awards and commitments\, with a focus on identifying practical next steps. \n\nEVENT DETAILS\nDates: Tuesday\, 22 – Wednesday\, 23 September 2026\nDaily Programme: 09:00–17:30 \nCircle Dinner & Fashion Showcase\nTuesday\, 22 September17:30–22:30 \nVenue: Youngblood-Africa\nAddress: 70–72 Bree Street\, Cape Town City Centre\, Cape Town\, 8001\nTicket Price: From R150\nEvent Type: Business | Entrepreneurship | Innovation | Youth | Creative Industries | Networking \nCurrent venue\, programme times and ticket pricing can be viewed in detail among other info here. \n\nWHY ATTEND\n\nConnect with entrepreneurs\, investors\, creatives\, innovators and ecosystem builders.\nDiscover emerging African ventures\, ideas and creative work.\nTake part in interactive experiences rather than simply attending presentations.\nSee youth-led technology and creative projects develop in real time.\nExplore opportunities for collaboration\, mentorship and investment.\nContribute your own ideas to conversations about Africa’s future.\nExperience the Circle Dinner and Fashion Showcase if included in your ticket category.\n\n\nWHO SHOULD ATTEND\nSimply Complex Africa is suited to: \n\nEntrepreneurs and founders\nYoung innovators\nCreatives and makers\nInvestors and funders\nYouth leaders\nMentors\nEcosystem builders\nBusiness and community leaders\nAnyone interested in Africa’s future and new opportunities for collaboration\n\n\nBOOKING INFORMATION\nTickets from: R150\nBook Tickets: Quicket – Simply Complex Africa\nEvent dates: 22–23 September 2026 \nPlease check the ticket options on Quicket for access to the Circle Dinner & Fashion Showcase. \n\nVENUE INFORMATION\nYoungblood-Africa \n70–72 Bree StreetCape Town City CentreCape Town\, 8001 \nYoungblood-Africa is a Cape Town arts and cultural space situated in the city centre\, making it a fitting setting for an event bringing together business\, creativity\, innovation and community.
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