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Accelerate Africa's Digital Economy

at the 2023 AfriLabs Annual Gathering

11th - 13th October 2023

Kigali, Rwanda

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About Africa's Largest Gathering of Innovation Enablers

The AfriLabs Annual Gathering is a transformative event in Africa’s tech and entrepreneurial ecosystem, uniting visionaries, governments, startups, investors, policymakers, and world-class thought leaders to drive sustainable growth and innovation on the continent.

The one of a kind global event, celebrates African ingenuity offering a world-class platform for collaboration and co-creation of solutions for the diverse socio-economic for challenges across the continent. Emphasizing inclusivity and creativity, the Gathering inspires and showcases multi-faceted innovations to generate a positive global impact.

Through keynote speeches, panel discussions, workshops, and networking, participants nurture new ideas, partnerships and aspirations for sustainable interventions. This catalytic event propels Africa’s journey towards a prosperous future, empowering communities, creating jobs, and uplifting lives through the power of technology, collaboration, inter-government relationships, entrepreneurship and policy.

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What is it about Africa's Digital Economy?

Boasting the youngest population globally, Africa is witnessing a surge in smartphone adoption and internet penetration, fostering a thriving tech ecosystem. McKinsey and Company predict that Africa’s Digital Economy will skyrocket to a staggering $712 billion by 2050, making it one of the most promising markets in the world.

What is it about Africa's Digital Economy?

The AfriLabs Annual Gathering is AfriLabs’ flagship event that provides a unique opportunity for tech hubs within the AfriLabs network and other stakeholders of the African technology and innovation ecosystem (such as corporates, development agencies, academia, and investors) to convene, network, learn and share knowledge.

“AfriLabs appreciates the people, government, and innovation community in Rwanda for the strides they have made in positioning themselves as one of the most progressive countries on the continent. We thank the Honorable Minister for putting her weight behind platforms like the AfriLabs Annual Gathering. We look forward to onboarding more partners as we approach the Gathering. To the entire African innovation ecosystem, see you in Kigali in October.”

Anna Ekeledo

Executive Director, AfriLabs

“Rwanda is always open to welcome regional and global innovators, and more so to champion critical conversations that unlock forward-looking policies and opportunities for the start-up ecosystem. Our goal is to empower scalable startups that collectively transform our communities with cutting edge innovations.”

Hon. Paula Ingabire

Rwanda’s Minister of Information and Communications Technology (ICT)

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AfriLabs Annual Gathering 2022

“The Gathering this year focuses on the innate ability of Africa to build Africa. We want to look inward and interrogate how we can scale the innovation economy regionally and across the continent.

Emeka Uzoigwe

Mr . Emeka Uzoigwe is the acting Director, Strategy and Innovation at Afreximbank, a pan-African Multilateral Development Bank (MDB) with...

Emeka Uzoigwe

Director Strategy and Innovation at Afreximbank
Eric Kariuki Mwangi

Eric Kariuki Mwangi is the founder and head of the HiiL Innovation Hub East Africa. A serial social entrepreneur, founder...

Eric Kariuki Mwangi

Founder and Head of the HiiL Innovation Hub East Africa
Odiong Akpan

Odiong Akpan leads and manages Caspania (www.caspania.com) – a digital business advisory firm  focused on helping individuals, startup founders and...

Odiong Akpan

Managing Director Caspania, Nigeria
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TRAVEL, ACCOMMODATION AND LOGISTICS

Find the Perfect Spot for relaxation

Kigali, Africa’s second most sought-after conference hub, beckons with cutting-edge policies fostering innovation and business expansion. World Bank’s 2nd easiest “Do Business” rank in Africa plus free 72-hour business registration make it a dream investment destination. Thriving as Africa’s ICT nucleus and finance powerhouse via Kigali International Financial Centre, Rwanda promises vast opportunities. Join AfriLabs Annual Gathering to connect with a supportive government, access aid flows, and tap into Rwanda’s dynamic Technology and Innovation Ecosystem for global business growth.

What we are doing this year

AfriLabs at this year’s Gathering aims to leverage our community’s power to highlight opportunities, fill gaps, and shape narratives across Africa. We’ll focus on addressing roadblocks, market access, and solutions to foster the growth of our digital economy by identifying and shaping relevant policies.

 

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Investor

Investor

The Investor track will explore the funding gaps in the African technology and innovation ecosystem and what innovative solutions are required to bridge these gaps. The track will provide a platform for investors, hubs and other relevant stakeholders to connect, share insights and explore potential investment opportunities within the startup ecosystem.
Climate Change and Adaptation

Climate Change and Adaptation

The Climate Change and Adaptation track will bring together experts, innovators, and thought leaders to explore the intersection of technology and climate action, highlighting innovative sustainable approaches, best practices and collaborative efforts towards a sustainable future, and in solving one of the most pressing global challenges we face today.
Creative and Technology Intersection

Creative and Technology Intersection

The Creative and Technology Intersection track will explore and highlight the convergence of creativity and technology. It will identify various areas such as Gaming, Art, Film, and Music and the emergence of startups, creative hubs, and collaborative initiatives and platforms that leverage technology for expression and business development. It will also showcase cross-sector collaborations, enabling immersive experiences and multimedia storytelling.
Policy and Data-Driven Africa

Policy and Data-Driven Africa

This track will bring together policymakers, government officials, experts, activists and thought leaders to explore policy-related challenges, innovative solutions, and effective data-driven decision-making and governance strategies for sustainable development and inclusive growth in Africa.

*This track will also feature a closed-door ministerial roundtable focused on policy harmonisation.

Gender Inclusion

Gender Inclusion

The Gender Inclusion track aims to highlight the importance of gender diversity and equality in driving innovation, fostering inclusive cultures and promoting equitable opportunities within the tech and entrepreneurship sectors. The track will bring together industry leaders, experts and thought leaders to explore challenges, best practices, and actionable strategies for creating a more inclusive and gender-equal ecosystem.
Hub Solutions & Sustainability

Hub Solutions & Sustainability

This track will examine how African technology and innovation hubs can start, build, and scale indigenous approaches. As we discuss pain points and gains, growth opportunities, skillset scalability, and innovative financing, we will explore the best approaches, platforms and tools that can be leveraged on to offer quality support to startups, as well as run a hub profitably.
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Join us virtually or onsite

We are curating an unforgettable experience for all participants, whether you are streaming or physically attending at Kigali Convention Centre.

 

We are excited to host the summits of our consortium partners, African European Digital Innovation Bridge Network (AEDIB|NET) and Long-Term Joint Research and Innovation Partnership on Renewable Energy (LEAP-RE) during the AfriLabs Annual Gathering Week.

Meet Our Speakers

Hon. Paula Ingabire

Hon. Paula Ingabire

Rwanda’s Minister of Information and Communications Technology (ICT)
Rwanda
Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu

Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu

Deputy Speaker 10th National Assembly, Nigeria
Nigeria
Anna Ekeledo

Anna Ekeledo

Executive Director, AfriLabs
Rebecca Enonchong

Rebecca Enonchong

Founder And CEO, AppsTech & Co-Founder Of I/O Spaces
Cameroon
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