With technology influencing everything from healthcare, education, security and lifestyle to agriculture and food security, amazing revolutionary innovations are constantly being developed in every sphere including mobile devices, wearable technology, entertainment gizmos and so much more.
Africa is in the throes of a technological revolution, leapfrogging computers in favour of internet connections through mobile phones. But how are phones and the internet changing the lives of ordinary Africans? And what barriers do people still come up against when trying to connect?
We are at the dawn of a technological revolution that will change almost every part of our lives – jobs, relationships, economies, industries and entire regions. It promises to be, as Professor Klaus Schwab has written, “a transformation unlike anything humankind has experienced before”.
In no place is that more true than Africa, a continent that is yet to see all the benefits of previous industrial revolutions. Today, only 40% of Africans have a reliable energy supply, and just 20% of people on the continent have internet access. While exponential technologies might be the driving force behind the digital revolution, it is Africa’s most important resource – its people – who can determine the direction it will take.
We are certain that Africa can one day be a continent with clean water, nutritious food, affordable housing, personalized education, top-tier medical care and non-polluting, ubiquitous energy. According to Peter Diamandis, “Humanity is now entering a period of radical transformation in which technology has the potential to significantly raise the basic standards of living for every man, woman and child on the planet. Within a generation, we will be able to provide goods and services, once reserved for the wealthy few, to any and all who need them. Or desire them.”
The time has come to position Africa for Abundance and it can only be achieved through exponential change. With the proper combination of technology, people and capital, we can meet any grand challenge Africa faces.
The Future Is Better Than You Think – Peter Diamandis
Conference Sessions
Digital Africa stands for Tech Advancement and the power of technology. Industry creative thinkers will share fresh perspectives on how we can significantly improve how people work, how businesses operate, and how these technologies and services blend our physical and digital worlds.
Discussions will be on Connectivity, Artificial Intelligence, Smart Living, Tech-Investment, Tech-Research and Development, The Age of Abundance.
Discovery Hall
This is the place for technology start-ups with high growth potential to unveil their innovations and begin to gain market and mind share.
Digital Face-Off
Digital Face-off has been conceived to inspire and encourage innovation and creativity amongst young Africans especially those in colleges. Young innovators with ground-breaking ideas will be given the stage to present a two-minute elevator pitch of their ideas and digital solutions to the audience in a contest that will produce a winner. The winner will be recognized and given the opportunity to further develop the idea into a marketable product. Winners of the 2018 edition are Hubs.ng (Nigeria) and Farmcap (Ghana).
DA 2019 Sponsorship/Exhibition offers organizations:
Network: Expand your network
Advertise your organization to promote or showcase a new product, service or solution;
When the Digital Africa 2019 doors open, have your company’s name, brand and products seen first. We have the tools to help your brand educate, entertain and drive attendees and media to your exhibit. Activate your brand through custom opportunities with exhibit space, VIP events and sponsored experiences, branding and promotional opportunities.
All opportunities are flexible, customizable and transitional. Let’s create an experience to kick-start unrivalled innovation and collaboration.
Date And Time
Tue, Jun 25, 2019, 8:00 AM
Thu, Jun 27, 2019, 3:00 PM
Location
Baze University, Abuja.
Plot 686, Jabi Airport Road Bypass, Cadastral Zone, Abuja
Abuja
Digital Africa Global Consult
Organizer of Digital Africa Conference & Exhibition 2019
The event is organized by Digital Africa Global Consult, an international ICT consulting group promoted by professionals drawn from Africa, Europe and USA. The event is conceived as an integral part of the vision to move Africa from being a passive consumer to a dominant innovator and producer of digital technologies.
We create and execute programmes that facilitate the deliberate growth of the technology sector. While helping technology companies address the needs of local markets and reach out to the international market, we create a bridge between buyer, supplier and manufacturer, thus providing a channel through which international companies can expand their businesses into Africa with ease, less risk and profitability.
We also provide platforms where:
– Innovation and creativity are fostered,
– ICT stakeholders come together to share success stories, ideas and network
– Key decision makers and regulators are influenced
Your prospects, customers, colleagues and competitors will be at Digital Africa 2019. You should be there too. Contact us to start planning today for more details on exhibiting, sponsorships or partnerships, including custom-made options to fit your company’s objectives and budget.
Thank You!
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