Past Convening

ACF Kigali 2025

Building momentum for childcare justice — reflecting on Africa’s first continental convening on care.

About ACF Kigali 2025

The Africa Childcare Forum Kigali 2025 marked a historic milestone as the first continental platform dedicated to advancing childcare as essential social infrastructure in Africa.

Convening policymakers, practitioners, caregivers, researchers, and global partners, ACFKigali2025 created an honest space for dialogue, learning, and collaboration—centering lived experiences and elevating African-led solutions.

15 Dec 2025
Kigali, Rwanda
Continental & Global Participants
ACF Kigali 2025

Key Outcomes & Impact

Elevated Local Voices

Caregivers, informal workers, and community leaders were centered as experts in shaping childcare solutions.

Policy Momentum

Strengthened regional dialogue on positioning childcare as essential social infrastructure.

African Innovation

Showcased community-led and scalable childcare models reflecting Africa’s diverse realities.

Global Solidarity

Fostered meaningful partnerships between African actors and global allies.

From Kigali to Mombasa

ACFMombasa2026 is a strategic continuation of the momentum generated in Kigali. Building on lessons, relationships, and commitments from ACFKigali2025, the movement for childcare justice and equity continues with renewed purpose and global relevance.

Join Us at ACFMombasa2026