GITEX Africa 2024 is a three-day event taking place from 29 to 31 May, following the success of last year’s conference and exhibition attended by over 35,000 people and 900 exhibitors from 128 countries. This year’s event offers networking opportunities for professionals in various sectors such as cloud and IoT, cybersecurity, digital health, future finances, consumer technology, telecoms, and AI, making it a must-attend for European startups. It provides the chance to connect with potential investors, learn from industry experts, and meet emerging talent in the startup world.
Despite a global slowdown in venture capital, African tech startups raised $6.5 billion in 2022, signaling a growing interest in the continent from international investors. According to London venture capitalist Breega, the African tech ecosystem is comparable to Europe in the early 2010s, with promising GDP growth forecasts driving further investments in Africa.
In addition to the conference and exhibition booths, GITEX Africa 2024 will feature a startup competition with a $100,000 prize, certified training courses, and workshops on topics like generative AI, blockchain development, and data science applications. The event will also highlight entrepreneurs and founders from Africa with the North Star Africa startup showcase.
Confirmed speakers for this year’s event include industry leaders such as Raz Bachar from Microsoft for Startups, Maelis Carraro from Catalyst Fund, Tosin Eniolorunda from Moniepoint, and Romanna Dada from PwC. Moroccan startups like Maroc Data Centre, Zen Networks, Dataprotect, and Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P) will showcase their innovative projects and technologies at GITEX Africa.
GITEX Africa 2024 will be held in Marrakech, Morocco, providing a platform for startups, investors, and industry professionals to connect, collaborate, and explore opportunities in the African tech ecosystem.