Sponsorship & Exhibition Opportunities

Support the advancement of hydro-environmental sciences in Africa

Dates: 8-11 December 2026
Venue: Kigali Conference and Exhibition Village (KCEV), Rwanda
Theme: Water Resilience and Innovation

Why Sponsor or Exhibit?

The IAHR Africa Congress 2026 is the leading continental scientific and professional water congress in Africa, bringing together policymakers, regulators, researchers, water utilities, development partners, and industry leaders from across the continent and beyond.

Sponsorship and exhibition provide a strategic platform to showcase solutions, contribute to policy and technical dialogue, and engage directly with key decision-makers shaping Africa's water future.

Why Kigali & IAHR Africa Congress 2026?

  • One of Africa's leading MICE destinations
  • Strong participation from government, academia, and the private sector
  • Strategic gateway to East and Central Africa
  • High-level visibility among decision-makers, regulators, academics, and industry leaders
  • Access to more than 500 participants from Africa and internationally
  • Networking opportunities with utilities, consultants, donors, and innovators
  • Platform to establish partnerships and demonstrate practical solutions

Audience Profile

Government authorities and regulators
Water utilities and basin organizations
Academic and research institutions
Development partners and non-governmental organizations
Private-sector and technology providers
Young professionals and innovators

Exhibition Opportunities

The exhibition will run throughout the Congress, providing sustained visibility and direct engagement with Congress participants.

Who Should Exhibit?

Water and Sanitation Technology Providers

Hydropower and Renewable Energy Companies

Environmental Monitoring and Modelling Firms

Engineering and Consulting Companies

Utilities, Regulators, and Basin Organizations

NGOs, Universities, and Research Institutions

Exhibitor Packages

Standard Booth

EUR 1,000

  • 6 m² exhibition booth
  • One table, two chairs, and power connection
  • Company logo on website and programme
  • One exhibitor badge
  • Access to networking sessions
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Premium Booth

EUR 2,000

  • 9 m² corner exhibition booth
  • Priority placement near main area
  • One table, four chairs, power connection
  • Two exhibitor badges
  • Logo on website and printed brochure
  • Acknowledgement during Opening Ceremony

Partner Exhibitor

EUR 3,500

  • 12 m² premium booth in prime location
  • One table, four chairs, power connection
  • Three exhibitor badges
  • Prominent logo on banners, website, brochure
  • Five-minute spotlight presentation

Knowledge Partnership Packages

In addition to exhibition opportunities, the IAHR Africa Congress 2026 offers knowledge-based partnership packages designed to promote capacity building, innovation, and high-level policy dialogue.

PackageFeeDescription & Includes

Sponsored Technical Workshop

90-120 minute thematic workshop

EUR 4,000

A thematic technical workshop integrated into the official Congress programme, focusing on tools, methodologies, case studies, or policy-relevant innovations.

Includes:

  • Recognition as Official Technical Workshop Sponsor
  • Dedicated workshop slot in Congress programme
  • Branding on workshop room signage and website
  • Two complimentary Congress registrations
  • Option to add exhibition booth at discounted rate

Sponsored Training or Short Course

Half-day or full-day training

EUR 5,000

(Half-Day)

EUR 7,500

(Full-Day)

A professional capacity-building training or short course delivered by recognized experts, aimed at strengthening participants' technical and professional skills.

Includes:

  • Recognition as Official Training Partner
  • Branding on training materials and website
  • Opportunity to nominate trainers (subject to approval)
  • Co-branded certificates of participation
  • Three complimentary Congress registrations

High-Level Summit or Policy Roundtable

Invitation-only policy dialogue

EUR 10,000

A high-level, invitation-only policy dialogue convening senior regulators, chief executive officers, development banks, and industry leaders to address strategic water and climate issues relevant to Africa and the host country.

Includes:

  • Recognition as High-Level Summit Partner
  • Branding on summit backdrop, website, and programme
  • Opportunity to co-develop agenda with IAHR
  • Five-minute opening remarks (subject to protocol)
  • Four complimentary Congress registrations
  • VIP access to high-level networking sessions

Interested in Sponsoring or Exhibiting?

For more detailed information about sponsorship and exhibition opportunities for the 7th IAHR Africa Congress, please contact us. We would be happy to discuss customized packages to meet your organization's objectives.

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Phone: +250 788 350 465 / +250 787 800 300

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