The Africa Tech Festival 2025 is set to be a landmark event, gathering top African and global leaders in technology, innovation, and policy. Scheduled to take place in Cape Town, South Africa, from November 10 to 14, 2025, the festival will feature a dynamic lineup of influential speakers, including government officials, tech CEOs, startup founders, investors, and thought leaders from across the continent and around the world.
This premier event, which encompasses AfricaCom and AfricaTech, aims to spotlight digital transformation efforts and the role of technology in driving inclusive socio-economic growth across Africa. With themes centered on connectivity, 4IR (Fourth Industrial Revolution), digital inclusion, sustainable development, fintech, cybersecurity, and AI, the festival will explore how Africa can harness technology to overcome challenges and create new opportunities.
Prominent figures expected to speak include African heads of ICT ministries, global tech executives from companies like Google, Microsoft, and Huawei, and regional innovators shaping Africa’s startup landscape. Keynote sessions, panel discussions, fireside chats, and interactive workshops will cover topics such as infrastructure investment, mobile innovation, smart cities, and regulatory frameworks.
The 2025 edition places a special emphasis on youth empowerment, women in tech, and digital skills development. Dedicated segments like the AfricaIgnite pitch competition and the “LeadersIn Africa” initiative will give a platform to emerging voices and help foster partnerships among entrepreneurs, policymakers, and private sector players.
Organizers anticipate thousands of attendees from over 100 countries, making it a unique networking opportunity for stakeholders invested in Africa’s digital future. Exhibitions and product showcases will highlight the latest innovations across telecoms, cloud services, data centers, and green tech.
As Africa continues to position itself as a critical player in the global digital economy, the Africa Tech Festival 2025 is expected to catalyze dialogue, innovation, and investment that will shape the continent’s tech ecosystem for years to come. The event reaffirms Africa’s growing influence and potential as a hub for transformative technology and collaboration on a global scale.
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