Africa-Press – Zimbabwe. THE 5th edition of the highly successful In Conversation with Trevor Ideas Festival will run from October 27 to 30, 2026, in Nyanga, it has been revealed.
The festival is an annual event that brings together entrepreneurs, innovators and thought leaders.
This year’s edition ran from October 28 to 31 in Nyanga, under the theme, The Future of Human Capital, Innovation, and Ethics in the Age of AI.
The festival is convened by Alpha Media Holdings (AMH) chairman Trevor Ncube. AMH are the publishers of NewsDay, Zimbabwe Independent, The Standard and also run online broadcasting channel, HStv.
Dubbed “Zimbabwe’s Davos”, the festival is an apolitical gathering that attracts entrepreneurs, corporate leaders, policymakers and diplomats from across the region. The World Economic Forum hosts its annual event in Davos, Switzerland.
The purpose of the gathering is for the leaders to engage in transformative discussions on business, technology and economic development.
Delivering his closing remarks at the festival, Ncube said the event would continue to focus on nation-building, mentorship, ethical leadership and the practical implementation of ideas.
“Infrastructure is broken, roads are broken, we don’t have water, and we don’t have electricity. But the biggest thing that’s broken is up here,” he said, pointing to attitudes and habits as critical challenges that need deliberate attention.
This year’s festival featured discussions on mentorship, technology and business innovation.
Delegates explored initiatives that support young entrepreneurs and develop sustainable mentorship models to connect emerging talent with experienced professionals.
Ncube said the festival aimed to ensure that participants could learn directly from those who have succeeded.
Technology and digital skills were also central themes.
Delegates received guidance on AI tools and other digital innovations to ensure Zimbabwean entrepreneurs are not left behind in the AI revolution.
Ncube stressed the importance of moving beyond ideas to practical solutions that improve lives and empower businesses.
He said unresolved personal and societal conflicts could prevent the development of a cohesive national identity
“How do we establish our identity when we are still carrying around toxicity and unresolved issues? We need to talk about it in a non-threatening manner and resolve these issues for unity and understanding,” Ncube said.
The festival was supported by a range of sponsors and partners, including TN CyberTech Bank, TN Livestock Trust, TN Asset Management, Eight2Five Innovation Hub, Winfield Innovation Strategy, Transnational Holdings, and the French embassy, among others.
Thanking the sponsors, Ncube said their contributions enabled the festival to provide funding for young delegates, support innovative projects, and ensure quality presentations.
Ncube also called on delegates and partners to actively participate in the festival’s vision.
“Has anything spoken to you during the past three days that makes you want to sponsor, partner, or support young delegates? This is where nation-building happens, one-on-one,” he said.
Ncube anticipated that next year’s festival will attract an even larger audience, featuring more top-quality speakers, networking opportunities, and a continued focus on translating ideas into impactful solutions for Zimbabwe.
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