The Main Event
The Scale Without Borders Gala
The most prestigious evening in African business. An unforgettable night where excellence is named, celebrated, and immortalised.
What to Expect
The Scale Without Borders Gala is the centrepiece evening of the ISF Forum annual summit. Attended by 500+ of Africa's most influential founders, investors, policymakers, and business leaders, it is an occasion unlike any other on the continent.
The evening begins with a champagne reception and curated networking, followed by a formal gala dinner and the awards ceremony itself. Entertainment, live performances, and headline speeches from the continent's most respected voices accompany the announcement of all six Scale Without Borders Award categories.
The night closes with an after-party exclusive to award finalists, partners, and ISF Forum members — a more intimate setting to continue the conversations that define careers and partnerships.
Champagne Reception
Guests arrive and connect over drinks and canapés in the main foyer.
Gala Dinner Commences
Seated dinner with keynote addresses from the continent's foremost voices.
Awards Ceremony
All six Scale Without Borders Award categories announced in sealed envelopes.
Exclusive After-Party
Finalists, partners, and ISF Forum members only. By invitation.
Venue
ICC Ibadan
The International Conference Centre Ibadan is one of West Africa's foremost event venues, hosting heads of state, global summits, and the continent's most prestigious gatherings. For the ISF Forum Gala, it becomes Africa's most celebrated stage.
International Conference Centre
University of Ibadan Road
Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria
ICC Ibadan, Nigeria
27–28 November 2026
RSVP & Tickets
Tickets are available through the ISF Forum website. Table bookings and VIP packages are available for groups and corporate guests.
For group bookings and enquiries, contact events@theisfforum.com
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