In Person Conference
Where the real connections happen
There's something special about being in the same room with people who share your passion for Python. Join us for two days of learning, connecting, and those spontaneous conversations that happen between sessions - what we call the "hallway track."
Venue
Venue TBD
Cape Town, South Africa
The venue for PyConZA 2026 in Cape Town will be announced soon. More detailed venue information and directions will be provided closer to the event.
Learn more about the venue →Why in-person matters
Sure, you can watch talks online, but you can't replicate the energy of bumping into someone at lunch who's working on exactly the problem you're trying to solve. Or the late-night coding session that starts because someone mentions an interesting project during coffee break.
We're optimizing for connection. Nothing beats the hallway track.
What to expect
Talks from the community
Two days of presentations covering everything from beginner-friendly introductions to advanced deep dives. Our speakers come from across Africa and beyond, sharing their experiences, projects, and insights.
Advanced workshops
Hands-on sessions where you can dig deeper into specific topics. These are designed for people who want to get their hands dirty with code and learn by doing.
Open spaces
Some of the best conversations happen in the unstructured time. Open spaces let you organize discussions about whatever topics interest you - whether that's a specific technology, career advice, or just connecting with people working in similar areas.
The hallway track
This is where the magic happens. Those conversations by the coffee machine, the impromptu debugging sessions, the "hey, you should meet this person" introductions. We've designed our schedule with plenty of breaks and informal time because we know this is often the most valuable part of the conference.
The practical stuff
Food and refreshments
We'll keep you fed with lunch both days, plus coffee, tea, and snacks throughout. Good conversations happen over good food.
Swag and goodies
Of course there's swag. Some useful, some fun, all designed to help you remember the connections you made.
Venue and logistics
We'll be at the venue with all the space you need for talks, workshops, and those important hallway conversations.
Who you'll meet
The in-person experience brings together:
- • Python developers from across Africa
- • International speakers and attendees
- • Students discovering their potential
- • Experienced developers willing to share knowledge
- • Entrepreneurs building the next big thing
- • Educators bringing programming to their communities
It's the mix of perspectives and experience levels that makes the conversations so valuable.
What to bring
- Laptop if you want to follow along with workshops
- Business cards if you have them (or just be ready to exchange contact info)
- Comfortable shoes for walking around and standing during breaks
- An open mind for meeting new people
Getting the most out of it
- Check out the speaker list beforehand
- Think about what you'd like to discuss in open spaces
- Download the conference app when it's available
- Be ready to step out of your comfort zone
Questions?
Where exactly is it happening?
Cape Town, South Africa - full venue details will be announced soon.
What's the wifi situation?
We'll have reliable internet for everyone
Are meals included?
Yes, lunch both days plus snacks and drinks
What if I'm new to conferences?
Perfect - everyone's friendly and it's a great place to start
Can I give a lightning talk?
We'll have opportunities for spontaneous presentations
Need help with anything?
Email us at team@za.pycon.org
Come Join Us
There's something irreplaceable about being in a room full of people who get excited about the same things you do. Come learn, share, and find your people in the Python community.
Talks. Connections. One amazing community.