Latitude59 to Host Startup Innovation Events in 2026
The technology event organizer will expand its international reach with gatherings in Singapore, Kenya, Uganda, and Zambia.
Updated on Oct. 20, 2026 in Remote Work
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Latitude59 will host a series of international startup technology events throughout late 2026. The series includes an October 28 event in Singapore followed by the Kenya Edition in Nairobi on December 3-4.
Why it matters
These international events aim to strengthen connections between global startup ecosystems and foster opportunities for international growth. Organizers are targeting increased engagement across continents by hosting new pre-events in Uganda and Zambia.
The Kenya Edition 2026 expects to draw 2,000 participants, while the Singapore innovation event anticipates over 100 delegates from nine Nordic countries. These figures follow the May 2026 Tallinn flagship event, which hosted over 3,000 attendees from more than 70 countries.
The players
Latitude59
Latitude59 is an international technology event organizer focused on bridging startup ecosystems between the Nordics, Africa, and beyond.
SWITCH conference
SWITCH is a major technology and innovation conference that serves as a platform for startup collaboration and deep tech industry discourse.
The details
The Singapore event is scheduled as an official side event of the SWITCH conference and is organized with the Embassy of Estonia in Singapore, Nordic Singapore Innovation Days, and the Swedish Energy Agency. The Kenya Edition in Nairobi will bring together African startup founders, international investors, and technology companies to facilitate cross-border networking.
Timeline
May 2026: Latitude59 flagship event occurred in Tallinn.
October 28, 2026: Singapore x New Nordics Night of Innovation event occurs.
December 3-4, 2026: Latitude59 Kenya Edition 2026 occurs in Nairobi.
Market Landscape
This series of events marks a shift in how regional startup hubs like Tallinn and Nairobi are being integrated into a globalized tech network. By positioning themselves alongside major industry conferences, these events solidify the competitive standing of smaller ecosystems against larger tech markets.
Startup founders and investors can leverage these events to access networking opportunities and connect with international partners across various regional markets. Participants should monitor event schedules to align their business development roadmaps with the upcoming gatherings in Singapore and Nairobi.
The takeaway
The expansion of startup events into emerging markets like Zambia and Uganda highlights a growing trend of decentralizing global tech connectivity. Entrepreneurs should look for these specialized forums as vital platforms to gain exposure to international investor pools.
Further reading
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