Kernections vs AESIS 2026

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Since 2013, ABAN and VC4A have partnered to host AESIS, the continent’s leading gathering of early-stage investors, angel networks, venture capitalists, and ecosystem builders. Each year features a program of virtual masterclasses and investor meetups, culminating in a two-day flagship summit. The 2026 summit will take place in Cape Town, South Africa, on the 25th – 26th November, bringing together leaders from across the African investment ecosystem to shape the future of startup investing on the continent.