Kigali will host the 66th International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA) Congress from October 24-27, 2027, marking the first time in 20 years that the event returns to Africa.
More than 2 000 delegates are expected to attend the gathering of association representatives and industry leaders to discuss growth strategies, capacity building and Africa’s role in the global business events landscape.
According to the Rwanda Convention Bureau (RCB), Rwanda has moved from 21st position in Africa to third on the continent with Kigali ranked second in Africa for hosting association conferences and events.
Over the past decade, Rwanda has expanded its MICE infrastructure, including the Kigali Convention Centre and BK Arena, and has hosted major global events such as the UCI Road World Championships and the 13th International AIDS Society Conference in 2025.
The RCB said Rwanda is also investing in professional development through the ICCA Skills Hub for Africa. Two cohorts of 37 events professionals from across Africa have received training for the Certified International Convention Specialist (CICS) and Certified International Convention Executive courses offered by the ICCA. Another CICS cohort is scheduled for this month.
