GITEX Africa has consistently grown and evolved since its launch in 2023 with corporations, governments and startups experiencing groundbreaking technologies, collaboration opportunities, and investment prospects framed by the future of the African digital economy.

A forum for visionaries, disruptors and decision makers to CONNECT

GITEX Africa offers an unmatched platform for visionaries, innovators, and decision-makers to connect, share insights, and drive the continent’s technological future. Focused on digital transformation, entrepreneurship, and cutting-edge solutions, this event offers a dynamic environment for businesses, governments, and individuals to discover the latest trends, forge game-changing partnerships and drive business opportunities.

With more than 100 representatives from governments from 80 countries looking for collaboration, 800+ startups from 60 countries and over 1500 meetings facilitated with investors GITEX Africa is designed for visitors to connect and collaborate.

Key Themes for 2025

This year, the focus will be on the transformative forces shaping Africa’s tech industry, including:

Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Explore AI’s potential to revolutionise sectors like healthcare, finance, agriculture, and education. 60% of AI initiatives in Africa have moved from theoretical concept to operational reality showing that the capacity for adoption is being embraced at speed. Speakers and academics from around the globe will share their visions for the global AI economy.

Connectivity and Cybersecurity 

With increased connectivity comes the need for greater cyber resilience. International speakers from government cyber security agencies, heads of industry and pioneering startups will share the actions to take in 2025 to counter cyber threats and data breaches. GITEX Africa will address the vital role of cybersecurity in safeguarding Africa’s digital future.

GITEX Digi Health

Healthtech opportunities in Africa are predicted to reach $259B by 2030 with digital transformation leading the revolution in a new era of African Healthcare. From biotech and medical breakthroughs to talent and building the 1st African unicorn, GITEX Africa will show that collaboration between government, industry and innovative startups is crucial for health equity and access.

Future Banking and Finance

Uncover the latest advancements in mobile payments, blockchain, and digital banking and see why innovation and inclusion are the building blocks for a $1T opportunity powered by seamless borders, green financing and venture investing. With SMEs contributing nearly 50% of African GDP the market opportunity for fintech innovation is abundant.

Edutech

By 2050, 20 million young Africans will enter the job market each year offering a rich and dynamic potential. By transforming African education this talent will be equipped with the skills and opportunities to drive the new global economy. At GITEX Africa global startups and tech leaders will demonstrate how this can be achieved and ensure that skill gaps and brain drain are a thing of the past.

Sustainability, Agritech and Food Security

Sustainability is at the heart of Africa’s digital transformation and central to the key verticals of agritech and food security. AT GITEX Africa this commitment is shown with the AI for SDG11 Challenge. Which will empower students from 11 from Moroccan universities and African startups to develop solutions that contribute to building sustainable cities. Furthermore, The AI for Sustainable Cities and Communities Challenge 2025 will offer immersive training and cutting-edge education to develop tech-driven sustainable solutions.

Digital Cities

Africa’s emerging cities represent the potential for leapfrogging in the creation of sustainable and digital–enabled smart cities. Africa’s urban future is set to experience 60%growth by 2050 and the future of urbanism will be showcased at GITEX Africa by Digital city solution providers and institutions.

Why GITEX Africa is essential for startups

GITEX Africa is more than just an event—it’s a catalyst for Africa’s tech revolution. Bringing together key stakeholders from across the globe, it fuels innovation, accelerates growth, and attracts investment that will drive Africa’s digital future. Startups can connect with a thriving ecosystem and connect with decision makers driving change in a fast moving and dynamic continent across ket verticals.

Don’t Miss Out!

GITEX Africa is the must-attend event for anyone with an interest in Africa’s digital future. Whether you’re a tech enthusiast, entrepreneur, investor, or policymaker, GITEX Africa offers something for everyone—don’t miss your chance to be part of the movement. Register at Gitexafrica.com