19–25 February 2027 · Windhoek, Namibia

PyCon
Namibia
2027

Connecting and building the tech community.

About the Conference

Python's home in Southern Africa.

PyCon Namibia is the annual Python programming conference for professionals, entrepreneurs, scientists, academics, and students across Namibia and Africa.

Every edition brings together speakers from across the African continent and from countries around the world, including the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, Germany, Brazil, India, Uganda, Zimbabwe, Kenya, and more, sharing knowledge, building connections, and strengthening the tech community in Namibia.

Part of a global series of Python conferences, every edition features keynotes, hands-on workshops, open source sprints, and a warm community spirit.

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Why Python?

The language of choice for professional teams across Namibia and the world.

Python powers the systems that run modern industry. Banks use it for risk modelling and fraud detection. Telecoms use it for network automation and data pipelines. Healthcare organisations use it for patient analytics. Mining and logistics companies use it to optimise operations. It is the language behind Django, FastAPI, TensorFlow, pandas, and hundreds of other tools that professional teams rely on every day.

In Namibia, companies across sectors are building with Python. From fintech startups to established enterprises, development teams are using it to ship products, automate workflows, and make better decisions with data. Many of them send their engineers to PyCon Namibia, and a number of them sponsor the event.

PyCon Namibia brings together the professionals, teams, and organisations doing that work. It is a space for senior engineers and junior developers alike to learn from each other, hear from international practitioners, and stay current with how the Python ecosystem is evolving.

Data Analysis

AI & Machine Learning

Automation

Cloud Computing

Web Apps

Mobile Apps

Desktop Apps

Software Testing

Cyber Security

Events

What happens at PyCon Namibia?

Django Day

Django Day is dedicated to web development using Python's most powerful framework. Developers, designers, and students explore how to build real-world web applications, APIs, and data-driven platforms with Django.

Workshops on Django fundamentals and advanced topics

Talks by professionals from Africa and beyond

Live coding sessions and mentorship

Education Day

Education Day introduces high school learners and students to the world of technology, robotics, and programming. A hands-on experience where young minds explore how Python can shape their future in tech.

Intro to Python programming for beginners

Robotics and IoT demonstrations

Career talks and mentorship sessions

Main Conference

The Main Conference is the centrepiece of PyCon Namibia. Talks, workshops, and panels from international and local Python experts. Network with developers, entrepreneurs, and educators shaping the tech landscape in Namibia and beyond.

Keynote sessions by global Python experts

Hands-on workshops and project labs

Networking and mentorship opportunities

At the conference

Everything you can expect

Inspiring Keynotes

Hear from core contributors, community leaders, and innovators shaping python/tech across Africa and beyond.

Talks & Lightning Talks

Sessions from community members on what they have built, what broke, and what they learned, across all industries and experience levels.

Hands-on workshops

Practical, multi-track sessions across all areas of tech — solving real-world challenges.

Open Source Community

This is a special events designed to bring people together and build lasting connections and join other active open source contributors.

Jobs & opportunities fair

Talk directly with tech employers from Namibia and the wider region. Bring your CV, ask hard questions, and leave with real leads.

Sponsor Booths

Drop in at exhibitor stands from Namibian and regional tech companies. See what they are building, pick up swag, and have a proper conversation.

Open Source Projects

Work alongside project maintainers, put in your first pull request, or help a newcomer get their footing in the open source world.

Education Track

A programme for teachers, students, and researchers on how Python fits into Namibian classrooms, universities, and public sector work.

Supporters

Our Sponsors

PyCon Namibia is a non-profit conference run entirely by volunteers. Ticket fees are kept low on purpose, which means the event only happens because organisations choose to support it.

Sponsoring puts your brand in front of developers, students, researchers, and tech decision-makers from across Namibia and beyond. It is one of the most direct ways to reach a growing and engaged technical community in Southern Africa.