AFRICA CHILDCARE FORUM 2026
Uniting for Care:Africa’s Call to the World
The Second Africa Childcare Forum (ACFMombasa2026) is a continental and global co-learning platform accelerating quality, affordable, and inclusive childcare systems across Africa.
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About the Event
The Second Africa Childcare Forum (ACFMombasa2026) builds on the momentum from ACFKigali2025, creating a continental and global co-learning platform to accelerate quality, affordable, and inclusive childcare systems across Africa.
Centering Communities
We amplify local voices, prioritize informal caregivers, and highlight culturally grounded solutions.
Transform Policy & Systems
Driving policy reforms to establish childcare as essential social infrastructure for all children.
Showcase African Innovation
Highlighting scalable, locally led approaches—from community models to digital childcare solutions.
Ignite Global Collaboration
A platform where African experiences inform global strategies and partnerships.
Mutual Learning
A co-learning and unlearning platform that turns local insights into global solutions for childcare.
Shared Responsibility
Advancing the idea that quality childcare is a collective societal responsibility.
Experience ACFMombasa2026 in Beautiful Mombasa
The Africa Childcare Forum 2026 will take place at PrideInn Paradise Beach Resort & Spa, one of Kenya’s premier conference destinations located along the stunning Mombasa coastline.
Why Attend ACFMombasa2026
Join leaders, policymakers, practitioners, and innovators working to strengthen childcare systems across Africa. The Forum offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of childcare policy, investment, and innovation.
- Influence childcare policy across Africa
- Connect with governments and global funders
- Learn from innovative childcare models
- Build partnerships across sectors
- Showcase research, programs, and innovations
Expected Participation
ACFMombasa2026 will bring together a diverse community of leaders, practitioners, researchers, and policymakers working to strengthen childcare systems across Africa and beyond.
500+
Delegates
40+
Countries Represented
80+
Speakers
30+
Sessions
20+
Partners
Who Should Attend
ACFMombasa2026 brings together leaders and stakeholders committed to advancing quality childcare systems across Africa.
Government & Policymakers
Childcare Providers
NGOs & Civil Society
Researchers & Academics
Private Sector Employers
Foundations & Philanthropy
Multilateral & Development Organizations
Pre-Conference Engagements
Before ACFMombasa2026, partners across Africa will host dialogues, workshops, and learning exchanges to surface priorities and strengthen collaboration.
National Dialogues
Country-led discussions bringing policymakers, practitioners, and caregivers together to shape childcare priorities.
Workshops & Training
Capacity-building sessions focused on workforce development, policy implementation, and service delivery.
Learning Exchanges
Collaborative spaces to share research, innovations, and best practices across regions.
Our Mission
ACFMombasa2026 is Africa’s call to the world to unite for care. It is a bold, collective effort to ensure every child has access to quality, affordable childcare and every caregiver is supported, while inviting global partners to learn, share, and act together.
The Forum amplifies local voices, centers lived experiences, and advances solutions that are inclusive, culturally grounded, and gender-responsive.
- Shift power and visibility to local actors and communities
- Drive policy reforms that position childcare as essential social infrastructure
- Showcase African-led innovations that reflect diverse realities
- Strengthen accountability to turn global commitments into tangible local and national action
More than a conference, ACFMombasa2026 is a co-sharing, co-learning and unlearning platform where African experiences inform global solutions, and global collaboration accelerates change. Together, we can reimagine care as a shared responsibility that builds resilient, equitable societies on the continent and across the world.
Our Objectives
ACFMombasa2026 is Africa’s call to the world to unite for care. To drive meaningful change, the Forum aims to:
Elevate Local Voices
Center caregivers, communities, and African innovators as leaders in shaping culturally grounded, inclusive, and gender-responsive childcare solutions.
Transform Policy & Systems
Advocate for childcare as essential social infrastructure, advancing policies, financing, and frameworks that make quality care accessible to all.
Showcase African Innovation
Highlight scalable, locally led approaches—from community models to digital solutions—that reflect Africa’s diverse realities and inspire global adaptation.
Ignite Global Collaboration
Create a co-sharing platform where African experiences inform worldwide strategies, and international partnerships accelerate action, accountability, and sustainable impact.
Partner with ACFMombasa2026
Join leading organizations shaping the future of childcare in Africa. Sponsoring the Forum connects your organization with policymakers, innovators, and global partners advancing childcare systems across the continent.
Continental Visibility
Showcase your organization as a leader supporting childcare across Africa.
Engage Decision-Makers
Connect with governments, donors, researchers, and childcare leaders.
Drive Impact
Support innovative solutions that strengthen childcare systems in Africa.
Sponsorship Categories
Forum Programme
Forum Sessions
Under the theme “Uniting for Care: Africa’s Call to the World”, ACFMombasa2026 brings together diverse voices to advance childcare and strengthen the care economy across Africa.
Keynotes & Panels
High-level conversations with African and global leaders shaping childcare systems.
Interactive Workshops
Practical and hands-on sessions focused on real-world learning.
Research & Policy Dialogues
Evidence-driven discussions informing childcare policy and reform.
Innovation & Clinics
Showcasing scalable African-led childcare innovations and solutions.
Session Proposal Timeline
Key dates for submitting and reviewing session proposals.
Submission Deadline
30 May 2026
Selection Notification
30 June 2026
Event Highlights
ACFMombasa2026 will bring together leaders, practitioners, and innovators shaping the future of childcare and the care economy across Africa.
Inspiring Keynotes
Hear from African and global leaders advancing childcare systems and the care economy.
Interactive Workshops
Hands-on sessions equipping participants with practical tools and strategies.
Networking Opportunities
Connect with policymakers, researchers, NGOs, and innovators across Africa.
Research & Policy Presentations
Explore groundbreaking research shaping childcare systems and policies.
Building on the Momentum from Kigali
The Africa Childcare Forum Kigali 2025 convened hundreds of participants from across the continent to advance childcare systems and strengthen the care economy.
Exhibitions
Discover innovative products, services, and solutions transforming the childcare and education landscape across Africa. Connect with exhibitors and explore opportunities for collaboration.
Childcare Technology
Digital tools, apps, and platforms improving childcare management and early learning experiences.
Educational Products
Innovative educational materials, toys, and resources supporting early childhood development.
Care & Support Services
Organizations offering inclusive childcare programs and support services.
NGO Initiatives
Impactful NGO programs advancing childcare justice and equity across Africa.
Policy & Research
Evidence-based research, frameworks, and policy innovations shaping childcare systems.
Community Projects
Locally-led initiatives improving childcare access, inclusion, and quality.
Join us at ACFMombasa2026
Click below to register and be part of Africa’s leading childcare forum.
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