Join us in shaping Africa's digital future at the premier innovation event of the year!

Theme:

Uniting Innovation

6th - 8th November, 2024

Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) Cape Town, South Africa

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About AfriLabs Annual Gathering

The AfriLabs Annual Gathering serves as a platform for Africa’s innovation community to converge, collaborate, and drive forward the continent’s digital transformation. In 2023, hosted by Rwanda’s Minister of ICT, Hon. Paula Ingabire, the event in Kigali focused on “Accelerating Africa’s digital economy; by the strength of our community.” Stakeholders from diverse sectors came together to exchange knowledge and explore how collective action can propel Africa towards a fully digitized future by 2030.

Looking ahead, the AfriLabs Annual Gathering 2024, set to take place from the 5th – 8th of November at Cape Town Convention Centre (CTCC), is the 9th edition of the event and promises to be an exhilarating celebration bringing together the brightest minds, dynamic speakers, and visionaries from across the African continent. Under the banner of “Uniting Innovation,” the gathering embarks on a mission to establish a central hub where African innovators, policymakers, investors, startups, and thought leaders from around the globe can convene and magnify the influence of their concepts.

Event Tracks

Policy, Data & AI

Exploring the dynamic interplay between Socio-Economic Policies, Technology, and AI in Africa. Delving into the landscape of opportunity identification, scrutinizing avenues for growth and innovation.

Investor & Investment

Embarking on a series of sessions, the focus is on dissecting the influence of government policies on the investment climate in Africa.

Gender Inclusion

Empowering Through Inclusion: focused on Gender Inclusion. Explore key topics such as financial inclusion, addressing barriers to accessing finance, and amplifying female leadership.

Hub Solution

The focus is on unlocking growth and expansion opportunities for hubs. Diving into insightful discussions on Hub Specialization Strategies, drawing lessons from global models.

The Green & Blue Economy

Focuses on addressing climate change, embracing the blue economy, and fostering green solutions. The series aims to contribute to the creation of a dynamic global digital economy by emphasizing the cultivation of exportable African innovations.

Creative Digital Economy - "Homecoming"

The initiative is centered on aligning diaspora and on-continent efforts within the creative digital economy, strategically navigating the sector’s evolving landscape.

Makerspaces – Local Innovation

Focuses on nurturing local innovation, enhancing skills in fabrication and digital manufacturing, and fostering entrepreneurship. This initiative aims to empower African makerspaces as hubs of creativity and technical skill, contributing to the creation of a resilient and innovative economy. By supporting the development of locally relevant solutions, the series emphasizes the growth of exportable African products and technologies that meet both regional and global needs.

Event Highlights

Recap of AfriLabs Annual Gathering 2023

Explore the key moments and highlights from our last gathering in Kigali, Rwanda, where stakeholders converged to accelerate Africa’s digital economy.

What to Expect at AfriLabs Annual Gathering 2024

Get ready for an exhilarating celebration of innovation! Learn about the exciting lineup of speakers, sessions, and networking opportunities at our upcoming event in Cape Town.

Diverse Tracks and Sessions

From funding gaps to gender inclusion, delve into the critical topics addressed through our high-level panel discussions, masterclasses, and networking events

Key Announcements and Partnerships

Stay updated on the latest initiatives and partnerships announced at our gathering, aimed at empowering African startups and fostering innovation across the continent.