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The African Workforce Summit launches careers and sharpens leaders. Join talent, HR, investors, and policymakers this August in Lagos to build networks and real momentum.

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Africa's talents, employers, and ecosystem builders.

Africa's talents, employers, and ecosystem builders.

Africa's talents, employers, and ecosystem builders.

Welcome to the

Africa Workforce Summit 2026

Empower talent, elevate your brand, and build lasting connections. 

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Time

8am-6pm

Date

29th of August, 2026

Location

Landmark Event Center, Lagos, Nigeria.

WHY ATTEND AWS?

Meet the People Hiring

Talk directly with recruiters and HR leads from companies actively looking for talent.

Walk Away With a Sharper Profile

Get your CV reviewed, your LinkedIn optimized, and a professional headshot done on the spot.

Learn From People Doing the Work

Real strategies from HR leaders and career experts, not just theory.

Get Seen

Feature your brand or company in front of a room of ambitious, career-driven professionals.

Have Fun Doing It

Games, live performances, debates, and a genuinely energetic atmosphere, not just panels and handshakes.

WHAT IS AWS

African Workforce Summit brings together professionals, job seekers, and thought leaders for a unique fusion of career development, personal branding, and interactive experiences.
 

With workshops, panels, networking, games, performances, and more, this event is designed to “ignite” the passion, creativity, and professional growth of attendees who would impact Africa and the world.

Invited Speakers

Joel Moses Babatunde

Joel Moses Babatunde

AWS Convener

Chukwu Adaeze Victoria

Chukwu Adaeze Victoria

Brand Designer & Strategist

Salem King

Salem King

Co-founder of Crea8torium & Influencer

Dayo

Dayo

Ojayy

Ojayy

Writer & Storyteller

Uwem

Uwem

Growth Strategist & Brand Leader

Tobi

Tobi

Storyteller & Copywriter

SEUN AYOMIDE AKINADE

SEUN AYOMIDE AKINADE

Legal Practitioner & HR

OLORISUPERGAL

OLORISUPERGAL

Media Entrepreneur & Author

Olivia Ayodele-Cole

Olivia Ayodele-Cole

Creator

Anthony

Anthony

Creative Director

Creative Mena

Creative Mena

Product Designer & Brand Strategist

Lily Ava

Human Resources

Jack Harry

CEO

Daisy Mia

Director

Event Recruitment Strategy

Talent Engagement

Conference Workforce

Culture Digital Growth

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Professionals & Job Seekers

Ambitious talent and corporate professionals connecting to advance their career journeys.

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Top Companies Represented

Leading organizations, recruiters, and HR teams looking to source and empower top African talent.

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Masterclasses & Panels

High-impact learning sessions and interactive workshops led by industry thought leaders.

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African Countries

Bringing together diverse insights and strategic partnerships from across the continent.

2026 Event Content

Saturday
29 of August, 2026

Career Development & Exhibitions

1. Main Stage

  • Keynote sessions

  • Panel discussions

  • Impactful fireside chats

2. Creators Stage

  • Breakout sessions

  • Workshops / Masterclasses

  • AMAs (Ask Me Anything)

3. Pitch Hackathon

  • Startup pitch showcases & competitions

  • Innovator showcases

4. Employability & Job Fair

  • Job fair

  • Mixer & Networking

  • Exhibitions (startups, institutions, employers)

Africa's talents, employers, and ecosystem builders.

Africa's talents, employers, and ecosystem builders.

Africa's talents, employers, and ecosystem builders.

Our Testimonials

Emeka Okafor

HRCrunch, now known as AWS was a fantastic opportunity to learn from top HR professionals and industry leaders. The resume review and career coaching sessions provided valuable tips on how to stand out in today’s competitive job market. I left feeling more confident and prepared for my job search.

Emeka Okafor

Recent Graduate

Ngozi Ike

I was thoroughly impressed by the quality of the discussions and workshops at HRCrunch, now known as AWS. It wasn’t just about theory, but practical tips and case studies that addressed real HR challenges. I came away with new ideas for optimizing employee engagement and company culture.

Ngozi Ike

Senior HR Consultant

Tolu Fashola

HRCrunch, now known as AWS exceeded my expectations. It was well-organized, and the sessions were incredibly relevant to the current HR landscape. The interactive panels and networking breaks allowed me to meet like-minded professionals and potential clients. Can't wait for next year's edition!

Tolu Fashola

Marketing Manager

Ahmed Musa

HRCrunch, now known as AWS was an inspiring event with a diverse lineup of speakers and topics. The event provided a fresh perspective on how to approach talent management in today’s evolving workplace. The connections I made have already led to some exciting collaborations!

Ahmed Musa

Product Designer

Ticket Pricing

Platinum

Premium Pass

₦ 50,000

Gold

Regular [Early Bird]

EARLY BIRD PASS

₦ 10,000

Silver

Employability Package

For Corp members, Students and early-career professionals, with 0–2 years of experience seeking career clarity and growth opportunities.

₦ 5,000

Memories

Frequently Ask Question

AWS is built for professionals looking to scale their careers, job seekers seeking new pathways, HR personnel, and industry thought leaders from across Nigeria and Africa who want to build strategic partnerships and discuss the future of work.

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