Johannesburg, South Africa – 7 July 2026 – With 100 days to go, Bitcoin Events is counting down to the 12th edition of the Blockchain Africa Conference (BAC26), taking place on 15 October 2026 in Johannesburg. As Africa’s longest running blockchain and digital assets conference, BAC26 will once again bring together bankers, regulators, institutional investors, developers, and founders to chart the continued mainstreaming of digital assets across the continent.
Now entering its second decade, the conference has grown into one of the most established gatherings of its kind on the continent, having welcomed more than 11,270 attendees, hosted over 410 speakers, and drawn delegates from more than 165 countries over the course of its history.
Blockchain Africa Conference 2026: Event Details
Date: 15 October 2026
Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
BAC26 will bring together industry leaders, regulators, and innovators for a full day of panel discussions, workshops, and networking, covering topics including:
- Blockchain for Africa’s Development: case studies on supply chain management, digital identity, and financial inclusion powered by blockchain
- AI and Blockchain Convergence: how artificial intelligence enhances blockchain applications and creates more efficient ecosystems
- Institutional Adoption of Digital Assets: how banks, asset managers, and financial institutions are integrating digital assets into portfolios, products, and infrastructure
- Stablecoins, CBDCs & the Future of Money: the emergence of rand-backed stablecoins and central bank digital currencies, and their role in payments, settlement, and cross-border value transfer
- Regulatory Frameworks & Compliance: evolving regulatory approaches, licensing frameworks, and risk management strategies in South Africa and globally
- Digital Market Infrastructure & Access: the growth of ETFs, OTC markets, exchanges, and custody solutions enabling institutional participation
- Tokenization of Real-World Assets: unlocking liquidity and new investment opportunities through tokenized real estate, commodities, and private markets
- Payments, Inclusion & Cross-Border Innovation: leveraging blockchain to improve efficiency, cost, and accessibility across African and global financial systems
- Custody, Security & Risk Management: institution-grade custody, cybersecurity, and frameworks for managing digital asset risk
Why Attend?
Africa’s blockchain sector continues to outpace global trends. According to the latest African Blockchain Report, co-published by ABSA and CV VC, African blockchain startups raised $90.1 million across 28 deals in 2025, capturing 5.3% of all African venture funding, nearly double the global rate. The report also points to a longer-term shift under way: within the next decade, more Africans may transact in stablecoins than through traditional bank accounts, driven by mobile-first adoption, currency volatility, and limited access to banking infrastructure.
For anyone looking to understand where African capital, regulation, and institutional appetite are heading next, BAC26 offers a direct line to the people building and funding that future.
Confirmed Speakers
The conference will feature an exceptional lineup of global and African thought leaders, including but not limited to Lerato Lamola, Partner, Webber Wentzel; Dr Wiehann Olivier, Partner and Global Co-Head of Digital Assets, Forvis Mazar; Gillian Darko, Group Vice President of Strategy, Yellow Card; and Stafford Masie, Executive Chairman, Africa Bitcoin Corporation.
View the full list of confirmed speakers here. More speakers will be announced in the coming weeks.
Tickets and Registration
Standard and VIP Tickets for the Blockchain Africa Conference 2026 are available now here.
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