DIGIFEST AFRICA CHAMPIONS PROGRAMME

Turn your influence into impact.

Are you passionate about Africa’s digital future? Do you have a strong network, an engaged community or a platform you can use to inspire others?

Join the DigiFest Africa Champions Programme, an affiliate marketing programme bringing together individuals, institutions and community networks committed to creating awareness, mobilising participants and generating ticket sales for DigiFest Africa 2026.

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WHAT IS THE CHAMPIONS PROGRAMME?

Use your network to open doors.

A referral-powered affiliate programme designed to extend DigiFest Africa’s reach across Kenya, Africa and beyond.

The DigiFest Africa Champions Programme is an affiliate marketing programme designed for people and organisations that can help extend the festival’s reach across Kenya, Africa and beyond while earning approved commissions from verified ticket sales.

Champions will create awareness, share official campaign content, engage their communities and encourage interested participants to purchase tickets for DigiFest Africa 2026.

Whether you are a student leader, content creator, professional, educator, entrepreneur, community organiser or institution, you can use your voice and networks to connect more people to Africa’s growing digital economy.

WHY BECOME A CHAMPION?

Earn while creating meaningful impact.

Represent DigiFest Africa, build valuable experience, grow your reach and help more people access digital-economy opportunities.

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Earn Rewards

Receive a commission or incentive for every verified ticket purchased using your unique referral link or promotional code.

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Expand Your Network

Connect with innovators, entrepreneurs, creatives, professionals, educators and digital leaders from across Africa and beyond.

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Grow Your Influence

Strengthen your visibility by representing and promoting one of Africa’s leading virtual digital innovation festivals.

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Build Valuable Experience

Develop practical experience in digital marketing, affiliate marketing, community mobilisation, communication and event promotion.

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Create Meaningful Impact

Help more people access valuable conversations, practical skills, professional networks and opportunities within the digital economy.

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Receive Recognition

High-performing Champions may receive special recognition, certificates, exclusive opportunities and visibility across DigiFest Africa platforms.

SESSIONS

You do not need a massive following

What matters is your ability to communicate, engage your community and inspire people to take action.

  • Content creators, digital influencers and media personalities
  • Students, student leaders, campus associations and university clubs
  • Community leaders, youth mobilisers and programme alumni
  • Entrepreneurs, business owners, freelancers and gig workers
  • Trainers, educators, mentors and digital-skills champions
  • Professional associations, innovation hubs and technology communities
  • Civil society, development organisations and public-sector institutions
  • Anyone with an active and trusted network
WHY BECOME A CHAMPION?

Earn while creating meaningful impact.

Represent DigiFest Africa, build valuable experience, grow your reach and help more people access digital-economy opportunities.

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apply

Complete the DigiFest Africa Champions registration form and tell us about yourself, your organisation or the communities you can reach.

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get approved

Successful applicants will receive onboarding information, campaign guidelines and official promotional resources.

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Receive Your Referral Link

You will receive a unique referral link or promotional code that tracks ticket purchases generated through your campaign.

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Promote DigiFest Africa

Share campaign content across social media, WhatsApp communities, mailing lists, events, institutions and professional networks.

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Earn from Successful Sales

Earn a commission or agreed reward for every verified and fully paid ticket purchased through your referral link or code.

DigiFest Africa 2026 — Proposed Remuneration Tiers
DigiFest Africa Champions Programme

Proposed Remuneration Tiers

Percentages are calculated on the net value of verified, fully paid tickets attributed to a Champion's unique referral link or promotional code.

10% KES 500 per KES 5,000 ticket
15% KES 750 per KES 5,000 ticket
20% KES 1,000 per KES 5,000 ticket
Interest Group Base Rate Accelerated Rate Qualification
Individual champion 10% 10% From 25 verified tickets
Institution or organisation representative 10% 15% From 50 verified tickets
Professional or membership association representative 10% 15% From 50 verified tickets
University, college or training institution representative 10% 15% From 50 verified tickets
Youth or community network representative 10% 15% From 50 verified tickets
Media platforms or platform partner 20% 25% From 100 verified tickets
Other approved Champion category 10% Up to 20% Approved case by case
Note: The remuneration structure is proposed for approval. Final rates, thresholds, verification rules and payment timelines remain subject to the Champions Programme terms and affiliate agreement.
Champion Support & Standards

Everything you need to promote professionally.

Approved Champions receive official resources and are expected to represent the programme accurately and ethically.

What Champions Will Receive

  • A unique ticket referral link or promotional code
  • Official posters, videos, captions and campaign materials
  • DigiFest Africa brand and communication guidelines
  • Champion onboarding and campaign support
  • Regular programme and ticketing updates
  • Performance and referral tracking
  • Opportunities for recognition and platform visibility
  • Access to a network of DigiFest Africa Champions

What We Expect from Champions

  • Actively promote DigiFest Africa 2026 within your networks
  • Share accurate and approved information about the festival
  • Use your unique referral link or promotional code consistently
  • Engage potential participants and respond to basic questions
  • Direct interested participants to the official DigiFest Africa website
  • Maintain professional, respectful and ethical communication
  • Avoid misleading claims, spam or unauthorised changes to campaign materials
  • Protect the reputation and integrity of DigiFest Africa
Who Can You Mobilise?

Reach the people already in your world.

Activate communities across education, work, entrepreneurship, creativity, industry and development.

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Students, recent graduates, young professionals and job seekers

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Entrepreneurs, start-up founders, freelancers and gig workers

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Content creators and creative professionals

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Educators, trainers, mentors and technology communities

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Employers, industry leaders, government and development partners

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Institutions, associations, community networks and anyone interested in digital skills, innovation and opportunity
Champion in Action

Use the channels you already have.

Champions can mobilise their communities through social media, WhatsApp groups, mailing lists, professional associations, institutional networks, community events and direct referrals.

The goal is simple: create awareness, connect the right people to DigiFest Africa 2026 and turn trusted recommendations into measurable participation.

Ready to Champion Africa's Digital Future?

Your network could open the next door for someone.

Your network could connect someone to a new skill, a powerful idea, a valuable relationship or a life-changing opportunity.

Join the DigiFest Africa Champions Programme and help us build a vibrant movement of people shaping the continent’s digital future.

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DigiFest Africa Champions Programme

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about joining the DigiFest Africa Champions Programme, tracking referrals, earning commissions and promoting the festival.

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Is there a fee to become a DigiFest Africa Champion?

No. Applying to join the DigiFest Africa Champions Programme is free.

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How will my ticket sales be tracked?

Approved Champions will receive a unique referral link or promotional code. Eligible ticket purchases completed through that link or code will be recorded against the Champion's account.

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How much can I earn?

Champions may earn between 10 percent and 20 percent of eligible ticket revenue, depending on their approved category and verified sales volume. Final rates, thresholds and payment timelines will be confirmed in the affiliate agreement or programme terms and conditions.

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When will I receive my payment?

Payments will be processed according to the Champions Programme payment schedule after all referred ticket purchases have been verified.

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Can an organisation become a Champion?

Yes. Institutions, associations, innovation hubs, youth groups, community networks and other organisations are welcome to apply.

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Do I need a large social media following?

No. Champions can promote DigiFest Africa through social media, WhatsApp groups, email lists, professional associations, institutional networks, community events and direct referrals.

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Will promotional materials be provided?

Yes. Approved Champions will receive official campaign materials, including posters, videos, captions, key messages and relevant festival updates.

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Can I promote DigiFest Africa outside Kenya?

Yes. We welcome Champions from across Africa and beyond who can help us reach diverse regional and international audiences.

Important Notice: All commissions and rewards are subject to verified, fully paid ticket purchases and the official DigiFest Africa Champions Programme terms and conditions. Cancelled, refunded, duplicated, fraudulent or otherwise ineligible transactions will not qualify for commission.
Ready to become a DigiFest Africa Champion? Apply today and start mobilising your network.
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