YORA - Year of Return Africa

28/05/2026

🚀 WE’RE LIVE! 🚀

YORA showed up BIG at the Nairobi Startup Summit today! 🔥

We had a soft launch of our newest platform Velotrum – built to connect Africa’s founders, innovators & investors all in one place.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth, tested Velotrum, and believed in the vision. This is just the beginning 💡

For tomorrows session, get in early:
🌍 Learn more about YORA: http://www.yearofreturnafrica.com
⚡ Explore Velotrum: http://www.velotrum.com

Tag a founder who needs to see this 👇

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28/05/2026

Today Team YORA attended the Nairobi Startup Summit to not only share knowledge and insights on startups but to introduce the VELOTRUM Platform.

Velotrum has partnered with YORA to connect visionary businesses, community projects, non profits, investors and donors to opportunities that create real impact and sustainable growth.

25/05/2026

25/05/2026

Save the date and join us at the only PGA accredited golf course in Africa, the Baobab Course at Vipingo - for a day of golf and business tourism!!!

Taking place ahead of the YORA Entrepreneurial and International Film Awards 2026, you better not miss this event, stay tuned for more updates!

23/05/2026

Meet Mackenzie, from the Ivybridge Wealth Advisors of Janney Montgomery Scott, LLC guest speaker at the YORA Financial literacy Masterclass taking place 27th May at 7:30PM EAT.

12/05/2026

🎭✨ You’re invited to experience In The Seashell Hum — a powerful and engaging mental health play by Adipo Sidang’ (Author of Parliament of Owls).

This is more than a performance. It’s a conversation on healing, humanity, hope, and the stories many carry silently.

Join us at the Kenya National Theatre for an unforgettable stage experience brought to life by an incredible cast and creative team.

📅 16th & 17th May 2026
⏰ 3PM & 6:30PM
🎟 Tickets available now on Madfun.com

Come support the arts, support mental health conversations, and support an amazing production that deserves a full house. Bring your friends, colleagues, family, and community.

Let’s fill the theatre. 💙

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04/05/2026

🚀 Calling All Final-Year Students, Fresh Graduates & Career Starters!

Step into the future with skills, networks, and insights that set you apart. The YORA Masterclasses are designed to equip emerging leaders, innovators, and creators with practical knowledge across high-impact industries, taught by industry experts and global thought leaders.

✨ Explore Masterclasses in:
-AI & Robotics, Discover how emerging technologies are transforming industries and creating opportunities.
-Tech Diplomacy, Explore the link between technology, governance, and global policy.
- Cybersecurity, Learn how to protect systems and data in a digital world.
- Financial Literacy & Investment, Build strong money management and investment skills for growth.
- Acting & Theatre Production, Develop performance, storytelling, and production skills.
- Film & Documentary Production, Learn end-to-end visual storytelling and content creation.
- International Trade & Policy, Understand global trade systems and market access.
- Executive Administrative Management, Gain essential executive support, coordination skills.
- Etiquette & Protocol for Diplomatic Service Master diplomatic conduct, etiquette, and protocol.

💡 Practical, immersive, and career-focuse, these masterclasses connect you to a powerful network of entrepreneurs, investors, and changemakers.

⚡ Limited slots available so don’t miss out!
👉 Register now:
https://events.yearofreturnafrica.com/masterclasses

16/04/2026

Can you implement a dynamic exhibition??? YORA would like to hear from you, send your proposal to [email protected] by 15 May 2026.

17/02/2026

Team YORA visited Ms Adillah Muhammad to deliver her trophy that recognizes not only her unique business concept but also her work relocating African Americans, and others in the Diaspora back to the Mother Land.