InspiringFifty Africa is a prestigious awards ceremony focusing on recognising the top fifty women who are making significant strides within the African tech ecosystem.

Our esteemed judges will unveil the winners during a prestigious reception on 10 November before Africa Tech Festival kicks off.

Nominations are now live, nominate here!

EQL:HER returns to Africa Tech Festival, hosting a dedicated networking space for women and allies to come together, to connect and to share their experiences.

Engaging in Q&As with main stage speakers, listening to intimate fireside chats, and joining power hour networking sessions, which was co-hosted across the three days with Digital Council Africa, WomHub, and Inspiring African Women NPC.

Join us for Founder & Investor Day, a pre-event feature taking place on Monday, 11th November at Innovation City. This is an opportunity to engage with experienced founders and investors in a more intimate setting before we kick off the main event. Gain valuable insights on key topics like fundraising, growth strategies, and market entry tactics, all designed to equip you with the tools needed for success and concluding with a mixer between founders & Investors.

In the heart of South Africa, TechAfrica News is set to celebrate the spirit of unity and collaboration with an extraordinary Networking Night during AfricaCom. Aptly named “Hamwe,” which translates to “together” in Kinyarwanda, this event embodies the essence of collective strength and the power of partnerships, laying the foundation for a brighter future for Africa.

At the core of the “Hamwe” Networking Night lies the profound belief that unity is the key to Africa’s progress. In a continent abundant with diversity and untapped potential, forging meaningful partnerships and connections is not just important; it’s imperative. Together, we can overcome challenges and foster innovation that propels Africa forward

When: 13 November 2024 at 7:00 PM

Where: The Gin Bar

Explore how broadband is reshaping Africa's digital landscape and unlocking new opportunities across industries. This dynamic event will delve into the current state of broadband in Africa and tackle critical questions: How can we accelerate investment in the region? What are the unique challenges in broadband deployment? And critically, how can AI help close the digital divide and address social challenges?

Featuring keynote speeches, engaging panel discussions, and interactive sessions with leading telecom operators, policymakers, regulators, service providers, and industry analysts—this is your chance to gain insights into key digital service opportunities and the path toward a more connected Africa. Be at the forefront of shaping Africa's digital future!

When: 12 November 2024

Where: CTICC1 Roof Terrace, Cape Town

AWS ran a “Cloud Essentials for Business Leaders Course” covering the fundamental concepts of cloud computing and how a cloud strategy can help companies meet their critical business objectives. The course included a site visit of Cape Town’s AWS Skills Centre.

The U.S. Government hosted a series of events and panels to highlight U.S. engagements in the region, with a focus on their efforts to advance the Digital Transformation with Africa initiative, and contribute to strengthening the digital ecosystem in collaboration with our African partners