Afritech Business Summit 2027
Who should attend?
Startup founders, investors, venture capital firms, corporate executives, government leaders, journalists, incubators, universities, and innovation ecosystem builders interested in the future of cloud, AI, digital infrastructure, and entrepreneurship in Sub-Saharan Africa.
This summit is designed for:
Startups seeking funding, partnerships, and regional expansion
Investors and VCs exploring high-growth opportunities across Africa
Corporations looking to connect with African innovation ecosystems
Government institutions and embassies advancing digital transformation and trade
Media covering technology, startups, investment, and economic development
Universities, accelerators, and incubators supporting the next generation of entrepreneurs
What is this event about?
Afritech Business Summit 2027 is an international trade show focused on startups, digital innovation, and investment opportunities in Sub-Saharan Africa.
The summit takes place from March 22 to 25, 2027, at Sofitel Hôtel Ivoire.
Under the theme "Digital Transformation for Sustainable Growth," the summit brings together founders, investors, major corporations, public institutions, and innovation leaders around ten priority sectors shaping the continent's economic future: cloud, AI, cybersecurity, fintech, insurtech, e-commerce, edtech, medtech, agritech, and govtech.
Day 1 focuses on Innovation, Investment, and Partnerships, with sector panels on fintech, insurtech, edtech, and medtech, alongside investor discussions, networking opportunities, exhibitions, and a fireside chat with leading founders and executives.
Day 2 focuses on Collaboration, Skill Transfer, and Scaling Startups, featuring panels on agritech and the role of cloud and AI in scaling African startups, as well as workshops on digital marketing, fundraising, venture capital, product development, and startup growth. The afternoon includes the Afritech Startup Challenge, where selected founders pitch directly to investors and corporate leaders, followed by the Afritech Innovation Awards and a Closing Gala Dinner.
Expected attendance includes 2,500 participants, 120 qualified exhibitors, 50 investors and VCs, and 15 accredited media outlets representing four continents. All plenary sessions feature simultaneous French and English translation.
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