We are excited to announce the Global Tech Africa (GTA) Conference 2024. Returning for the second year with the theme: Global Collaborations, Local Transformations, the conference will be hosted from July 24th – 26th, 2024 at the Landmark Event Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos.
GTA is the leading platform for collaboration between African and international tech stakeholders, fostering connections, dialogues, and potential partnerships that will pave the way for the growth of Africa’s tech ecosystem.
GTA is an initiative of the Future Map Foundation and executed by Ascend Studios Foundation in partnership with the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), the United States Consulate, Venture Garden Group, IHS Towers, American Business Council, and Business Sweden.
GTA is not just another tech conference but a melting pot for government representatives, investors, founders, policymakers, development partners, academia, inventors, and tech enthusiasts interested in Africa’s tech ecosystem. The 2023 maiden edition hosted over 3,500 participants, 51 speakers, and 12 international delegates. The 2024 edition is gearing up to be bigger, projected to host 10,000 participants and delegates from across Nigeria, Africa, Europe, and North America.
What to Expect at GTA 2024
- Bigger Venue with Three Stages:
- Epicenter (Main Stage): Hosts VVIP guests, international delegations, and keynote speakers.
- Start-up Stage: Features leading African start-ups from various sub-industries, including Edtech, Healthtech, AgricTech, and FinTech.
- Tech Naija Club: A stage focused on the future of Africa, to be officially launched at GTA.
- GTA Deal Room Powered by One Africa: Unlocks investment opportunities, providing investors and international companies unique access to some of Africa’s most attractive start-ups and potential partners.
- Regional Delegations: Includes tech entrepreneurs and government delegations from South Africa, Egypt, Kenya, Rwanda, and Uganda, along with international partners from Germany, Sweden, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
Exciting Lineup of Events
- Keynote Addresses and Insights: Renowned thought leaders and visionaries sharing expertise on the global tech landscape.
- Interactive Workshops: Hands-on sessions to turn ideas into desired results.
- Fireside Chats with Industry Titans: Candid conversations exploring challenges and opportunities in Africa’s tech ecosystem.
- Roundtable Discussions: Deep dives into key tech themes shaping Africa’s future, fostering collaboration and innovation.
- Networking Opportunities: Forge meaningful connections, explore collaborations, and build partnerships that transcend borders.
- Cutting-Edge Innovations: Showcase groundbreaking technologies and disruptive solutions emerging from Africa.
Africa is poised to play a critical role in the global tech ecosystem, providing innovation, talent, and new market opportunities in areas such as mobile technology, e-commerce, fintech, and the digital economy. The GTA conference provides the platform for stakeholders to engage in discussions and explore opportunities for collaboration to shape the future of Africa’s tech landscape.
Join us at the Global Tech Africa (GTA) Conference, the nexus for policymakers, thought leaders, entrepreneurs, and visionaries converging to discuss, collaborate, and shape the future of Africa’s tech ecosystem.
Stay tuned for updates, speaker announcements, and registration details. To learn more, visit www.gtaconference.com.
Conference Details
- Theme: Global Collaborations, Local Transformations
- Dates: July 24th – 26th, 2024
- Venue: Landmark Event Centre, Water Corporation Road, Victoria Island, Lagos.
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