Africa’s tech scene is booming, and 2024 is set to be a landmark year for tech enthusiasts, entrepreneurs, and professionals. With a plethora of events spanning the continent, there’s something for everyone. Here’s a comprehensive guide to the top tech events and conferences in Africa for 2024, categorized by month, to help you decide which ones to attend.
January
- Africa Tech Summit Nairobi
- Dates: January 14-15, 2024
- Location: Nairobi, Kenya
- Overview: This summit brings together tech leaders, investors, and entrepreneurs to explore the latest trends and innovations in Africa’s tech ecosystem.
- Website: Africa Tech Summit Nairobi
February
- Innovate Nigeria Conference and Expo
- Dates: February 6-9, 2024
- Location: Lagos, Nigeria
- Overview: A platform for showcasing innovative solutions and fostering collaboration among tech enthusiasts and professionals.
- Website: Innovate Nigeria
March
- Finnovex North Africa
- Dates: March 5-6, 2024
- Location: Cairo, Egypt
- Overview: A key event for financial technology professionals, exploring the future of fintech in North Africa.
- Website: Finnovex North Africa
- Africa Jobtech Summit
- Dates: March 13-14, 2024
- Location: Nairobi, Kenya
- Overview: Dedicated to the intersection of technology and employment, this summit addresses job creation through tech innovations.
- Website: Africa Jobtech Summit
April
- Finnovex East Africa
- Dates: April 24-25, 2024
- Location: Nairobi, Kenya
- Overview: Focuses on the latest trends and innovations in the financial services sector in East Africa.
- Website: Finnovex East Africa
May
- GITEX Africa
- Dates: May 29-31, 2024
- Location: Marrakech, Morocco
- Overview: One of the largest tech events in Africa, GITEX Africa showcases cutting-edge technologies and innovations.
- Website: GITEX Africa
- Africa CEO Forum
- Dates: May 16-17, 2024
- Location: Kigali, Rwanda
- Overview: A premier event for CEOs and decision-makers, focusing on business and economic growth in Africa.
- Website: Africa CEO Forum
June
- IoT West Africa
- Dates: June 25-27, 2024
- Location: Lagos, Nigeria
- Overview: A must-attend for businesses looking to leverage the Internet of Things (IoT) for growth and innovation.
- Website: IoT West Africa
July
- Seamless North Africa
- Dates: July 2-3, 2024
- Location: Cairo, Egypt
- Overview: Covers the latest in financial services, e-commerce, and digital payments.
- Website: Seamless North Africa
October
- Moonshot by TechCabal
- Dates: October 9-11, 2024
- Location: Lagos, Nigeria
- Overview: A major event focusing on scaling African innovation to a global audience.
- Website: Moonshot by TechCabal
- Inspire Africa
- Dates: October 15-18, 2024
- Location: Lagos, Nigeria
- Overview: Showcases product innovations and tech advancements across various sectors.
- Website: Inspire Africa
November
- Africa Tech Festival
- Dates: November 11-14, 2024
- Location: Cape Town, South Africa
- Overview: A week-long festival featuring AfricaCom, AfricaTech, the AHUB, the AFest, and the AfricaCom Awards. It’s the largest tech event in Africa, bringing together business leaders and technology experts to design, build, and run a better, more inclusive digital world.
- Website: Africa Tech Festival
Conclusion
With such a diverse array of tech events and conferences, 2024 promises to be an exciting year for Africa’s tech community. Whether you’re looking to network, learn, or showcase your innovations, there’s an event for you. Don’t miss out on these opportunities to be part of Africa’s tech revolution!
Feel free to explore the event websites for more details and to register. Happy networking and learning!
