Cover the Summit
Join the accredited international media at GABS 2026. Secure your press pass to report on history-making announcements, policy shifts, and billion-dollar investments shaping Africa.
Why Cover GABS 2026?
Full Access
Gain complementary access to all keynote sessions, open panel discussions, and the main exhibition floor.
Media Lounge
Utilize our dedicated, fully-equipped press room featuring high-speed ethernet, workstations, and complimentary refreshments.
Exclusive Interviews
Request and schedule 1-on-1 interviews with key speakers, government officials, and high-profile delegates through our media team.
Advance Briefings
Receive embargoed press releases, official photography, and comprehensive media kits before public distribution.
Accreditation Criteria
To ensure the integrity of the Press Lounge and guarantee access for working journalists, GABS maintains a strict accreditation policy. Only verifiable media professionals actively reporting on the event will be approved.
Policy Rules
- Applicants must be employed by or on assignment for a recognized print, broadcast, or digital media organization.
- Freelance journalists must provide a letter of assignment from a commissioned editor or publisher.
- BPA/ABC circulation audits or verifiable website traffic metrics (min. 50,000 unique monthly visitors) may be requested.
- General managers, publishing house executives, marketing/sales representatives, and PR personnel do not qualify for Press Passes.
- GABS reserves the right to deny or revoke accreditation at any time without cause.
Apply for Media Accreditation
Submit your credentials via our secure portal. Note that applications take approximately 5-7 business days to process.
Submit Media Application