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.
ACF
Mombasa 2026
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 solutions.
Ignite Global Collaboration
A platform for sharing knowledge where African experiences inform global strategies and partnerships.
Mutual Learning
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.
Pre-Conference Engagements
In the lead-up to ACFMombasa2026, country partners and stakeholders across Africa are encouraged to convene dialogues, workshops, and learning spaces that surface local childcare priorities and strengthen preparation for the Forum.
National & Sub-National Dialogues
Country-led conversations bringing together policymakers, practitioners, caregivers, and partners to discuss childcare priorities, gaps, and opportunities within local contexts.
Workshops & Training Sessions
Skill-building and capacity-strengthening sessions focused on childcare workforce development, policy implementation, and service delivery improvement.
Roundtables & Learning Exchanges
Intimate, interactive spaces for sharing evidence, innovations, and best practices, while exploring collaborative solutions to shared childcare challenges.
Pre-conference activities also include flagship conferences curated by CAC in partnership with Uthabiti Africa, as well as webinar preparatory sessions designed to align participants with the Forum’s themes and outcomes.
Detailed information on flagship conferences, webinar schedules, participation requirements, and how to host a country-led pre-conference event is available on the Conference Details page.
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 Africa Childcare Forum 2026
Join us as a sponsor of ACFMombasa2026 and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of childcare across Africa. This premier Forum brings together policymakers, childcare professionals, thought leaders, and advocates to advance innovation, share best practices, and drive actionable solutions.
Amplify Your Impact
Gain prominent visibility and position your organization as a leader in advancing the childcare agenda across Africa.
Engage Decision-Makers
Connect directly with government officials, donors, industry leaders, and influential stakeholders shaping childcare systems.
Support a Transformative Cause
Align your brand with a high-impact initiative dedicated to equitable, inclusive, and sustainable childcare solutions.
Sponsorship Benefits
Brand Exposure
Logo placement across event materials, banners, programs, and the official Africa Childcare Forum website.
Speaking Opportunities
Share your expertise by hosting or contributing to sessions and panel discussions.
Exclusive Networking
Access curated networking spaces with childcare experts and decision-makers.
Recognition
Public acknowledgment of your sponsorship during the Forum and official communications.
Sponsorship Opportunities
We offer flexible sponsorship packages designed to align with your goals and impact priorities.
ACFMombasa2026 is convened by Uthabiti Africa, whose commitment to advancing quality, affordable, and inclusive childcare across Africa continues to drive this continental movement.
Learn more about our convening partner
Forum Programme
Forum Sessions
Under the theme “Uniting for Care: Africa’s Call to the World”, ACFMombasa2026 convenes diverse voices to advance childcare and the broader care economy across Africa.
Keynotes & Panels
High-level conversations with African and global leaders shaping childcare systems.
Interactive Workshops
Practical, skills-focused sessions designed for applied learning.
Research & Policy Dialogues
Evidence-based discussions informing reform and system strengthening.
Innovation & Clinics
Showcasing scalable, African-led childcare and care economy solutions.
📍 PrideInn Paradise, Mombasa · 📅 15–18 September 2026
View session guidelines & submit a proposalEvent Highlights
Join ACFMombasa2026 to engage with inspiring leaders, hands-on workshops, and transformative learning opportunities.
Inspiring Keynotes
Hear from world-renowned experts and leaders in childcare and education, sharing insights and strategies for impactful change.
Interactive Workshops
Participate in hands-on sessions designed to equip you with practical tools and techniques for effective childcare solutions.
Networking Opportunities
Connect with like-minded professionals and organizations committed to advancing childcare initiatives across Africa.
High-Level Paper Presentations
Share groundbreaking research and policy insights that inform childcare strategies, strengthen systems, and inspire action across Africa.
Exhibitions
Discover innovative products, services, and solutions transforming the childcare and education landscape across Africa. Engage with exhibitors and explore new opportunities for collaboration.
Childcare Technology
Innovative digital solutions, apps, and tools to improve childcare management and learning experiences.
Educational Products
High-quality educational materials, toys, and learning resources supporting early childhood development.
Care & Support Services
Organizations providing inclusive programs, community support, and innovative childcare services.
NGO Initiatives
Showcasing impactful NGO programs advancing childcare justice and equity.
Policy & Research
Evidence-based research, policy frameworks, and innovations shaping childcare systems.
Community Projects
Locally-led initiatives improving childcare access, inclusion, and quality.
Join us at ACFMombasa2026
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