Since its launch three years ago, GITEX Africa has experienced rapid growth, attracting an increasing number of startups, scale-ups, and innovative SMEs each year. They come to explore new opportunities, build strategic partnerships, and position themselves within Africa’s fast-expanding tech markets. The event has quickly become a key meeting point for companies looking to stand out on the global technology stage.
With each new edition, GITEX Africa strengthens its role as the leading showcase for African digital innovation. The event enables companies to connect with key stakeholders, access funding opportunities, and integrate into the global tech ecosystem.
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Africa is rapidly emerging as a prime growth market for the technologies of tomorrow. With a rising number of projects across digital health, data centers, and fintech, the continent offers strong momentum and significant opportunities for innovation-driven companies. Below is an overview of some of the most promising tech sectors shaping Africa’s growth.
Africa is set to quadruple its data center capacity by 2030.
Driven by over $9 billion in investments, the continent is scaling rapidly, with infrastructure capacity expected to grow from 307 MW to more than 1,200 MW.
Subsea cables and satellite networks are transforming Africa’s connectivity.
With major hubs from Google and satellite constellations such as Starlink, more than 400 million people are now gaining internet access-pushing overall connectivity coverage to 65%.
Africa is accelerating its AI ambitions.
By 2030, more than $20 billion in AI infrastructure is expected to be deployed, with 15,000 GPUs rolled out by NVIDIA & Cassava Technologies to build the continent’s first pan-African AI factories and compute hubs.
Cross-border payments are set to transform African finance.
Real-time cross-border payments are reshaping Africa’s financial landscape - unlocking $65B in flows and financial access for 350M unbanked adults.
Africa is emerging as a major global tech hub, attracting over $7.3 billion in investment in 2024, particularly across fintech, digital health, and smart cities.
GITEX Africa connects startups with international investors through high-impact meetings in the Investor Lounge-driving numerous successful fundraising rounds.
Taking part in GITEX Africa means connecting with tech leaders, expanding your network, and building strategic partnerships with both local and international stakeholders.
This competition gives startups the opportunity to pitch their projects before a panel of expert judges, compete for cash prizes, gain high-profile visibility, and connect directly with investors.
A dedicated investor meeting area to support fundraising conversations and fast-track business growth.
Engage investors, buyers, distributors, partners, and potential clients with focused, results-driven communication.
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