Events & Gatherings

Where Ideas Meet Thinkers

AFỌ̀ events are more than gatherings—they are spaces where thinkers, creators, innovators, and educators share bold ideas and shape the future together.

Our Format

Types of Events

Discover the different ways we bring people together to share ideas and create lasting impact.

AFỌ̀ Salons

Small, intimate gatherings for deep conversations and meaningful connections. These curated sessions bring together diverse voices in safe spaces for authentic dialogue.

AFỌ̀ Festivals

Large-scale idea celebrations with talks, art, innovation, and performance. Our flagship events unite communities across Africa to celebrate creativity and thought leadership.

Workshops & Labs

Hands-on practical sessions for skill building and collaborative learning. Interactive experiences designed to translate ideas into actionable knowledge and real-world impact.

Virtual Conversations

Online events connecting Africans globally across borders and time zones. Digital dialogues that transcend geography to build a connected community of thinkers.

Our Journey

What We've Done

Explore our journey so far and the impact we've created together through meaningful conversations.

The Nexus of Vision
Latest Event

The Nexus of Vision

AFỌ̀'s flagship 2026 pilot event brought thinkers, creators, innovators, and researchers together in Jos for talks, performances, and exhibitions.

16th May, 2026
Kingdom Citizens Pavilion, Jos
Collaboration Without Competition
Past Event

Collaboration Without Competition

Rethinking partnerships and ethical collaboration in social impact and creative spaces. Featuring Seun Alli and Leonell Echa.

21st February, 2026
Virtual (Zoom)
Education Beyond Access
Past Event

Education Beyond Access

A reflective conversation on learning quality, relevance, equity and outcomes. Featuring Andrew Patience and Onyeke Emmanuel Onyeke.

24th January, 2026
Virtual (Zoom)
Ideas, Not Noise: Why Conversations Still Matter
Past Event

Ideas, Not Noise: Why Conversations Still Matter

A reflective conversation on depth, dialogue and care in a digital world built for speed. Featuring C. Anre John and Tonny Silas Dauda.

10th January, 2026
Virtual (Zoom)
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Why Attend AFỌ̀ Events?

Every event is an opportunity to learn, connect, and grow alongside Africa's brightest minds.

Inspiring Ideas

Experience thought-provoking conversations that challenge perspectives, spark innovation, and open new ways of thinking about Africa's future.

Authentic Connections

Build meaningful relationships with like-minded individuals across different fields, backgrounds, and geographies who share your passion for ideas.

Real Impact

Leave with actionable insights and renewed motivation to create positive change in your community, work, and sphere of influence.

Host an Event

Bring AFỌ̀ to Your City

Want to host an AFỌ̀ event in your community? We partner with organizations, universities, and communities across Africa and the diaspora to bring meaningful conversations to new spaces.