Shaping the Future of Connectivity
Join top policymakers, regulators, and tech leaders to discuss the policies and innovations driving Africa’s digital transformation. From bridging the digital divide to fostering investment-friendly ecosystems, Africa Tech Festival provides a platform for shaping the continent’s technological future.
What's in it for you?
Shape Africa’s Digital Future
Engage with global tech leaders and innovators driving policy and regulation.
Collaborate with Industry Giants
Discuss digital infrastructure, AI, and connectivity solutions with tech powerhouses.
Ministerial Summit Access
Exclusive government-led discussions on tech investment and policy-making.
Networking & Bilateral Meetings
Meet key stakeholders for impactful decision-making.
Sample Itinerary for Government & Policy Makers
Monday 10 November – Ministerial & Policy Forums
expand_moreMinisterial Summit (Invitation-only)
High-level closed-door roundtables with ministers, regulators, and tech leaders.
2024 welcomed 6 ministers and 100+ senior gov reps; 2025 is targeting 12+ ministers.
Topics: digital sovereignty, regional harmonisation, infrastructure investment, and enabling startup ecosystems.
LeadersIn Summit (Invite-only)
Includes government officials alongside CxOs and investors.
Strategic dialogue on public–private partnerships, regulation, and national digital agendas.
Corporate VC Connect Breakfast (Relevant for innovation policy leads)
Understand how public sector can catalyse investment through support structures or co-investment.
Tuesday 11 November
expand_moreAfricaTech Main Stage: Government-Linked Keynotes & Panels
“Public–Private Collaboration for Digital Infrastructure Investment”
“Digital ID, Data Privacy & Trust in the AI Age”
“Building Africa’s Digital Future Through Cross-Border Policy Harmonisation”
AfricaIgnite Main Stage: Ecosystem Policy Panels
Discussions on startup regulation, ease of doing business, local content requirements, and youth digital inclusion.
Ministerial Tech Tour (Optional Add-on)
Guided tour of the exhibition floor showcasing innovation relevant to government projects and national development plans.
Wednesday 12 November
expand_moreVisionAIres Breakfast (Invite-only)
Participating officials include directors from digital economy ministries and public innovation offices.
Topic: How governments can responsibly integrate AI across services, regulation, and national strategy.
AfricaTech Energy & Infrastructure Tracks
Policy-focused sessions on digital utilities, public infrastructure procurement, energy access, and regional funding gaps.
Workshops & Closed-Door Roundtables (Pre-approved access only)
“Crafting National Innovation Policy in a Global Tech Economy”
“Government Procurement: How to Scale Public–Private Innovation”
Thursday 13 November
expand_morePolicy & Digital Government Track
“Smart Cities & Urban Innovation: Policy to Execution”
“Building Digital Government Services: Talent, Tech & Trust”
“Creating Regulatory Sandboxes that Work for Startups and the State”
AfricaIgnite Pitch Showcases
Great visibility for government programmes supporting entrepreneurship—spot innovative solutions from startups solving public sector challenges in health, edtech, agri etc.
Ongoing Engagement Opportunities
expand_morePublic Sector Concierge
Tailored agenda planning and meetings with strategic partners (vendors, startups, funders).
Expo Floor Policy Zones
Meet exhibitors working on connectivity infrastructure, cybersecurity, AI, edtech, govtech and public service delivery.
Networking with African & Global Stakeholders
From the AU Digital Transformation Strategy to cross-border harmonisation efforts, ATF hosts major ecosystem enablers.
VIP Pass Criteria
Our VIP pass is reserved for our most senior decision makers (Head of Department+) from: government, telecoms (not satellite or sell-side) and enterprise industry verticals (not including companies that offer technology solutions) and gives access to Africa Tech Festival’s anchor events, AfricaTech, AfricaCom, AfricaIgnite and The AI Summit Cape Town (event dates are 11-13 November) and their standard features.