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April 17-20, 2026 | Arusha, Tanzania

SMEs Summit & Investment Expo 2026

Accelerating SME growth, investment readiness and Tanzania-USA Trade and Marketing Linkages at Four Points by Sheraton Hotel, Arusha.

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About The Event

Empowering SMEs for Global Success

The SMEs Summit & Investment Expo 2026 brings together entrepreneurs, investors, and government leaders to accelerate SME growth and foster Tanzania-USA trade linkages.

Join us at Four Points by Sheraton Hotel in Arusha, Tanzania for four transformative days of networking, learning, and business opportunities.

  • SME Summit with expert panels and workshops
  • International Business Networking Dinner
  • B2B and B2G Linkage Opportunities
  • Safari to Tarangire & Ngorongoro
Event Schedule

Comprehensive Program

Four days of insightful sessions, networking, and cultural experiences

Day 1 - Summit - April 17, 2026

Activite (1)  
8 a.m. - 8 a.m.
Breakfast & Registration
Breakfast & Registration
Activite (2)  
9 a.m. - 9 a.m.
Welcoming Remarks
Welcoming Remarks
Activite (3)  
9:10 a.m. - 9:10 a.m.
Opening Remarks: KLNT Vision, Ten Years Success
Opening Remarks: KLNT Vision, Ten Years Success
Activite (4)  
9:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Panel 1: The Power of Vision in Business
Panel 1: The Power of Vision in Business
Activite (5)  
10:40 a.m. - 10:40 a.m.
Panel 2: Investor Readiness, Accessing Regional & International Markets
Panel 2: Investor Readiness, Accessing Regional & International Markets
Activite (6)  
noon - noon
Health Break: Intentional Networking
Health Break: Intentional Networking
Activite (7)  
12:20 p.m. - 12:20 p.m.
Panel 3: Government Opportunities & Financial Support for SMEs
Panel 3: Government Opportunities & Financial Support for SMEs
Activite (8)  
1:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Lunch Break & Networking
Lunch Break & Networking
Activite (9)  
2:40 p.m. - 2:40 p.m.
Panel 4: Innovation & Technology
Panel 4: Innovation & Technology
Activite (10)  
3:40 p.m. - 3:40 p.m.
Closing Remarks & Group Photos
Closing Remarks & Group Photos

Day 1 - Dinner - April 17, 2026

Activite (1)  
6 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Registration & Virtual Log-in
Registration & Virtual Log-in
Activite (2)  
6:40 p.m. - 6:40 p.m.
Welcoming Remarks
Welcoming Remarks
Activite (3)  
6:50 p.m. - 6:50 p.m.
Opening Remarks: International Business & Investor Roundtable Vision
Opening Remarks: International Business & Investor Roundtable Vision
Activite (4)  
7 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Panel: International Business & Investor Roundtable Dialogue
Panel: International Business & Investor Roundtable Dialogue
Activite (5)  
8:20 p.m. - 8:20 p.m.
Closing Remarks & Networking Dinner
Closing Remarks & Networking Dinner

Day 2 - Expo - April 18, 2026

Activite (1)  
8 a.m. - 8 a.m.
Breakfast & Registration
Breakfast & Registration
Activite (2)  
9 a.m. - 9 a.m.
Welcoming Remarks
Welcoming Remarks
Activite (3)  
9:10 a.m. - 9:10 a.m.
Opening Remarks: KLNT Vision Sharing
Opening Remarks: KLNT Vision Sharing
Activite (4)  
9:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Special Remarks from Regent University (USA)
Special Remarks from Regent University (USA)
Activite (5)  
9:50 a.m. - 9:50 a.m.
Keynote: Fostering Entrepreneurship and Strategic Partnerships
Keynote: Fostering Entrepreneurship and Strategic Partnerships
Activite (6)  
10:20 a.m. - 10:20 a.m.
Testimonies & Documentary: Showcases of SMEs Businesses
Testimonies & Documentary: Showcases of SMEs Businesses
Activite (7)  
10:40 a.m. - 10:40 a.m.
SMEs Summit Report to Guest of Honor
SMEs Summit Report to Guest of Honor
Activite (8)  
11 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Guest of Honour Address
Guest of Honour Address
Activite (9)  
11:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Concluding Remarks and Vote of Thanks
Concluding Remarks and Vote of Thanks
Activite (10)  
noon - noon
Graduation Ceremony: Certification and Awards
Graduation Ceremony: Certification and Awards
Activite (11)  
1 p.m. - 1 p.m.
Business Lunch and Networking
Business Lunch and Networking
Activite (12)  
2:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Investor Expo: B2B & B2G Meetings
Investor Expo: B2B & B2G Meetings
Tarangire Day 1

Tarangire & Maasai Experience

  • Morning departure from Arusha
  • Full-day game drive in Tarangire National Park
  • Spot elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras & baobab landscapes
  • Visit to traditional Maasai village
  • Dinner and overnight near Ngorongoro
Tarangire Day 2

Ngorongoro Crater

  • Early morning descent into the crater
  • Half-day game drive in wildlife-rich environment
  • Chance to see the Big Five, hippos & flamingos
  • Picnic lunch at the crater floor
  • Afternoon return to Arusha
Distinguished Speakers

Meet Our Speakers

Learn from industry leaders, government officials, and international experts

Explore Tanzania

Safari & Cultural Tour

April 19-20, 2026 - Experience the best of Tanzanian wildlife and culture

Tarangire National Park Day 1

Tarangire & Maasai Experience

  • Morning departure from Arusha
  • Full-day game drive in Tarangire National Park
  • Spot elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras & baobab landscapes
  • Visit to traditional Maasai village
  • Dinner and overnight near Ngorongoro
Tarangire National Park Day 2

Ngorongoro Crater

  • Early morning descent into the crater
  • Half-day game drive in wildlife-rich environment
  • Chance to see the Big Five, hippos & flamingos
  • Picnic lunch at the crater floor
  • Afternoon return to Arusha

Our Strategic Partners

In collaboration with government institutions, international organizations,
and private sector leaders committed to advancing SMEs and driving sustainable economic growth.

KLNT
Regent University
Government of the United Republic of Tanzania
Israel Africa Chamber of Commerce
Israel Africa Relations Institute
Israel Export Institute
Get In Touch

Contact Us

We look forward to hosting you at the SMEs Summit & Investment Expo 2026

Phone

+255 784 847 070
+255 752 715 098

Location

Mbezi Beach Chini, 13 Shule Street
P.O. Box 60139, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Email

info@klnt-tanzania.org
summit@klnt-tanzania.org