Here are 5 African technology conferences you can attend this 2023 to stay informed on important technology trends that cut across industries.
Technology has significantly transformed human coexistence in recent years, as well as business operations across the world.
The world is constantly evolving, with new ways of better integrating technology into daily activities and making human interactions more seamless. It can oftentimes be overwhelming to find how to incorporate and situate technological advancement to suit Africa’s and Africans’ needs.
This is why it is important for everyone, particularly tech professionals/enthusiasts and business owners, to keep abreast of the way technology is changing the African continent. This can be achieved by attending virtual or in-person conferences that keep them up-to-date on technological strategies that can improve their daily operations, especially if you are in Africa.
So, below is a list of 5 African Technology conferences you can attend this 2023.
- Nigeria Cybersecurity Summit 2023
- Africa Tech Summit Nairobi 2023
- Blockchain Africa Conference
- I Code Java
- BIM Africa Summit (BAS) 2023
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Nigeria Cybersecurity Summit 2023
The Nigeria Cybersecurity Summit 2023 is a two-day conference that will gather Cybersecurity experts to discuss and arrive at the best strategies to combat cyber-attacks across the continent.
The summit themed “Building a secure digital future” is scheduled to take place from 6th to 7th February 2023 in Lagos, Nigeria.
Over 300 professionals, including CISOs from leading enterprises, Cybersecurity experts and elite ethical hackers from across the West African region, will be in attendance.
The key focus for the Nigeria Cybersecurity Summit 2023 cuts across Leadership & Upskilling, Critical Infrastructure, AI & Threat Intelligence, Risk Mitigation and Cloud Security.
Topics on Biometrics & Identity, the Internet of Things (IoT), as well as Malware & Threats would be addressed.
There will be over 15 hours of insightful sessions and six hours of networking to enable stakeholders to interact, share ideas and get to connect for the future benefit of securing the continent’s online terrain.
Africa Tech Summit Nairobi 2023
The Africa Tech Summit Nairobi 2023, which is in its fifth year, will yet again link thought leaders in the technology field from across the African ecosystem with international players and other stakeholders on Feb. 15-16, 2023.
This year’s edition will connect over 1000 delegates and more than 150 speakers across three Summits.
Over 450 organisations from different sectors, including fintech, DeFi & crypto ventures, mobile operators, tech corporates, regulators and investors, will be present at the summit.
Participants will have the opportunity to network with key stakeholders, including tech corporates, mobile leaders, fintechs, DeFi & crypto ventures, investors, start-ups, regulators and industry stakeholders driving business and investment forward.
Blockchain Africa Conference
The 9th edition of Bitcoin Events’ flagship summit, the Blockchain Africa Conference, is scheduled for 16-17 March 2023.
This year’s event would be a hybrid edition is holding in Johannesburg, South Africa and virtually across the globe.
The objectives of the conference are to provide a contextual understanding of blockchain technology and the available opportunities for Africa, as well as
to offer well-structured content that will meet the needs of different stakeholders across various industries.
It is also a great platform for networking opportunities centred around creating business partnerships and collaborations expected to provide employment opportunities and foster economic growth and development.
Over 1000 participants from around the world will be attending the conference debates and panel discussions.
I Code Java (ICJ)
I Code Java is Africa’s longest-running Java and Kotlin Conference. Global speakers and Java experts are hosted during the conference to discuss coding, amongst other tech-related matters.
I Code Java Conference will be held in two different South African cities at different times this year. The first conference is scheduled for 10 and 11 May 2023 in Cape Town, while the second is for 11 – 12 October 2023 in Johannesburg.
ICJ has always been a community-driven event which focuses on coding, architecture and developing leadership skills. Developing strong fundamental skills to further your career. Full-time African students have the opportunity to attend the conference for free, as 20% of the tickets have been set aside to support them.
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BIM Africa Summit (BAS) 2023
Codenamed BAS 2023, this year’s BIM Africa Summit is a platform to interact with industry stakeholders and share strategies centred on boosting Africa’s development. The summit will exhibit innovation and new technologies in the built environment.
The 2023 edition will be hosted in Marrakech, Morocco, on the 18th and 19th of May, 2023.
It will focus on the digital development of the built environment for a sustainable Africa. There will be discussions and showcases on disruptive technologies from concepts in Laser scanning, 3D printing, Robotics, Digital Twinning, Artificial intelligence, African smart cities, and the Internet of Things to exploring on-demand software and hardware tools to collaborate and deliver the Africa that we want.
There will be over 1,000 exhibition visitors, 200 delegates, 60 exhibitors and 9 Award Categories.
These African technology conferences will expand the minds of participants in the various tech niches as well as other stakeholders that require such services, which ordinarily would cut across multiple sectors. So, make an effort to attend at least one.