About
TEACON (Toastmasters East Africa Conference) is the annual regional conference of District 114 (East Africa) of Toastmasters International. TEACON 2026 edition will be hosted in Kigali from 15–17 May 2026 at Crown Conference Hall, Nyarutarama.
The conference will bring Toastmasters and guests, 150–200 participants from across East Africa and beyond, where they will
1) learn from the best public speakers during the District Speech Contests
2) exchange information and experience through the keynote speeches and panel discussions
3) network with fellow Toastmasters to build better business alliances for creating an impact in and beyond the work that Toastmasters does.
Why Attend TEACON 2026?
1. Networking Opportunities
TEACON 2026 will be a great opportunity to meet professionals in all kinds of fields and industries, and there is not better moment to build long lasting relationships.
2. Practical Learning Experiences
The different categories of Speech Contest during TEACON clearly define and demonstrate what Toastmasters Education Program provides. By attending and witnessing the best of East Africa speak will surely motivate and improve the experience of all participants.
3. Exploring the Futuristic city of Kigali city and Rwanda
During the stay for TEACON 2026, there will be enough time to explore the city of Kigali in different ways such as the nature preservation parks, the startup and tech hubs, the vibrant neighborhoods,. Outside Kigali, there is a number of tourist attractions featuring national parks, scenic hills, rich history, and cultural heritage sites, to name a few.
Registration and Payment Information
- For your convenience, payments for TEACON 2026 can be made using link(s) below:
In case of further information or assistance, please feel free to contact:
- Donvin: +254 724 571996
- Wanja Diane: +254 710 290390
📧 Email: teacon25@district114.org
For Ethiopia Enquiries contact:
- Hanna: +251 91 113 2949
🌍 TEACON 2026 Country Representatives
For country-specific inquiries or support, you may contact your local TEACON 2026 representative:
🇷🇼 Rwanda (Host Country): Joshua Heri (+250 788 937 487)
🇪🇹 Ethiopia: Betlhem Tadesse (+251 985 345 700)
🇧🇳 Burundi: Aurelie Gahimbare (+257 69 44 66 66)
🇰🇪 Kenya: Mineh Maina, DTM (+254 723 677 257)
🇹🇿 Tanzania: Leah Minja (+255 710 888 902)
🇺🇬 Uganda: Dorothy T. Okoboi (+256 772 508 866)
International: Carol Warugongo, DTM (+254 720 399 839)
For VISA and Accommodation related information click the link below:
TEACON 2025 – Accommodation and Visa Information
Feel free to reach out to your representative for assistance with registration, travel, or other event-related queries.
Meet The Trio
MARGARET NJOROGE, DTM
Program Quality Director
ENG. DEMELASH WONDIMAGEGN, DTM
District Director
ENG JUDE BENDA MATSIKO , DTM
Club Growth Director
Meet the Leaders of TEACON 2026
Obed Namahoro
Conference Convener
Hanna Welkema
Conference Co- Convener
Meet the TEACON 2026 core team
Cynthia Ineza
Venue Chair
Ethiopis Tadesse, DTM
Program Chair
Joshua Tahinduka, DTM
Sponsorship Chair
Atul Sankar
Marketing Chair
Armand Kwitonda
Logistic Chair
Baron Ochola
District PR Manager
Modeste Ndayishimiye
Design Head
Dr Liz Owino
Contest Protocol Chair
Rashmi Udeshi
District Finance Manager
Konjit Enideg
Program Team
June Keriri
Program Team
Wambui Karebe
District PR Team
Betlhem Buzuayehu
District PR Team
FAQs
The Toastmasters East African Conference (TEACON) is District 114’s premier Toastmasters Conference, a dynamic event where members and guests from across Africa and beyond gather to learn, network, and celebrate their commitment to personal and professional growth.
TEACON 2025 will be held from May 15-17, 2025, in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The city offers a rich cultural backdrop, making it an ideal setting for this transformative event.
TEACON is open to Toastmasters members, corporate leaders, students, and anyone interested in developing their communication and leadership skills. This is a unique opportunity to meet and learn from like-minded individuals across industries and cultures.
Registration is available here. We recommend securing your spot early, as space may be limited.
Your registration includes access to all conference sessions, workshops, evening cultural events, and a participant welcome kit. It also covers meals during scheduled events.
Yes! TEACON 2025 includes an Ethiopian Night and a city tour of Addis Ababa. These activities provide a wonderful chance to experience Ethiopia’s culture and hospitality firsthand.
Yes, we welcome sponsors interested in supporting TEACON 2025. For more information, contact Sponsorship Chair Mekedela Mekuria, DTM Team: Tiruneh Alemarye, or Club Growth Director DTM Margaret Njoroge at maggienjoroge7@gmail.com.
Corporate Summit Sponsor: $20,000 – Exclusive sponsor of the Leadership Summit, roundtable session, logo on event materials, and more.
Platinum Sponsor: $15,000 – Keynote speaking, logo on materials, VIP seating, priority exhibition.
Gold Sponsor: $10,000 – Speaking in a breakout session, logo on materials, social media mentions.
Silver Sponsor: $5,000 – Logo on materials, social media mentions, access to all sessions.
Bronze Sponsor: $2,500 – Logo on materials, social media mentions.
Supporting Sponsor: $1,000 – Logo on materials.
Corporate Table Package: $3,000 per table – Reserved corporate table (10 attendees), networking session.
Exhibition Table (Toastmasters): $500 – Dedicated space for clubs, logo in program.
Exhibition Table (Non-Toastmasters): $750 – Space for companies and organizations, logo in program.
The DCA represents the gathering of Toastmasters in leadership to elect new incoming teams.
Ethiopia, Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Burundi, Rwanda, Eritrea, Djibouti & South Sudan.
No, you don’t have to be a member of a Toastmasters club to attend. It’s a great opportunity to discover public speaking, network with leaders, and witness world-class speakers.
