Welcome to Dakar Slush'D
September 25, 26

Dakar Slush’D is a celebration of innovation and entrepreneurship in West Africa. Inspired by the global success of Slush, this unique event aims to catalyze meaningful connections and amplify the voice of African startups on the international stage.

Dakar Slush'D 2025

Roots and Horizons

Innnovate Locally,

Impact Globally

The biggest Finland tech event is coming to Dakar

SLUSH began as a gathering of 250 Finnish entrepreneurs and has grown into a global platform attracting over 13,000 participants, including startups, investors, and visionaries. Renowned for fostering radical innovation, SLUSH's mission is to empower founders who can change the world, don't miss the opportunity to be part of an amazing event and support entrepreneurs.-

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September 2025 - Dakar, Senegal

At The Museum of Black Civilisation

Why Dakar Slush'D

A UNIQUE PLATFORM

We bring together startups, investors, government leaders, and strategic partners to solve critical ecosystem challenges.

FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES

Directly present its structure, its innovations and its potential in a well-defined framework and solely dedicated to the cause of the investment.

VISIBILITY AND NETWORK

Enabling startups to dream big, collaborate across borders, and position themselves in global markets with the right visibility and network

PITCH YOUR START UP

Use this event as a platform to announce your breakthroughs and showcase your ideas through a pitch or our exhibition space.

Great Speakers

Renowned speakers experienced in the tech ecosystem around the world.

Our Speakers

Anu Saxén

Anu Saxén

Finland Ambassador

Tidiane Deme

Tidiane Deme

Partech

Amadou Gallo Fall

Amadou Gallo Fall

President, Basketball Africa League, Founder NBA Africa

Marieme Diop

Marieme Diop

DNA

Christian Odigi

Christian Odigi

Silicon Valley Product Group

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HEALTH
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AGRICULTURE
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SPORTS
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ENERGY
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MOBILITY
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CCI (Creative Industries)

Scheduled Events

Main Stage

Investors Lounge

Pitch Zone

Workshop Zone

Founders Stage

Start up booth

Networking and community lounge

Ignite your creativity

Dakar, a recognized tech hub, is a natural bridge between Francophone and Anglophone ecosystems and a strategic convergence point for regional and international development. We bring together startups, investors, government leaders, and strategic partners to solve critical ecosystem challenges. By focusing on local culture, diversity, and data, Dakar SLUSH’D helps build strong and resilient ecosystems. 

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Ticket Pricing

ENTRY

DISCOVERY PASS

25 - 15000F
For youth, students, aspiring founders, early talent

Features

  • Startup Booths (Showcase Area)
  • Cultural & Networking Lounge
  • Public Sessions on Builder Stage
  • Community side events (Open mic, informal panels)
  • No access to Main Stage, Matchups, or Deal Zone.
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START UP

ECOSYSTEM PASS

69 - 40000F
For early-stage founders, tech professionals, educators, and ecosystem actors

Features

  • Builder Stage full access (workshops, labs, tactical sessions)
  • Cultural Lounge Experiences
  • Public Keynotes (via overflow screen)
  • Community-hosted meetups
  • Matchup pre-booking access (if selected)
  • Access to Spotlight sessions (e.g. youth innovation)
  • Note: No guaranteed access to 1:1 Deal Zone or VIP programming.
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FOUNDER+INVESTOR PASS

FOUNDER+INVESTOR PASS


150 - 100000F
For serious founders, investors, scale-ups, support organisations

Features Includes all ECOSYSTEM benefits, plus:

  • Full access to Main Stage & Builder Stage
  • Access to curated Matchup program (1:1 investor founder meetings)
  • Reverse Pitch / Investor Meet & Greet
  • VIP Lounge Access
  • Reserved seating in featured sessions
  • Investor Breakfast & Networking Circles (invite-based)
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VIP

ALL-ACCESS EXECUTIVE

399 - 250.000 F
For senior stakeholders: government, corporates, donors, VCs, institutional partners

Features Includes all FOUNDER+INVESTOR, plus:

  • All-Access to Policy Sandbox (invite-only tracks)
  • Investor + Government Dinner
  • Private Side Meetings / Matchups Lounge
  • Executive Roundtable Invitations
  • VIP Reception & Early Entry Privileges
  • Access to post-event impact report
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