Building on the success of previous editions, the Summit continues to scale as a high-impact platform shaping Africa’s digital and creative economy.

To date, Omniverse has convened 30,000+ participants from over 20 countries, featuring 180+ speakers and 80+ partners across government, private sector, development institutions, academia, and the creative and digital industries.

The platform has enabled strategic partnerships, investment engagements, and talent outcomes, including 3000+ job matches through the Career Centre.

Bringing together government leaders, investors, founders, academics, and creative industry leaders, the Omniverse Africa Summit is more than a conference, it is a continental platform driving collaboration, capital, and innovation at scale.

Organized by Omniverse Africa, an ecosystem platform advancing digital transformation, innovation, and investment across the continent, the 3.0 edition is themed “Connected Future: Synergy for Impact.”

The Summit reflects a strong commitment to building the partnerships, talent pipelines, and enabling infrastructure shaping Africa’s digital and creative economy.

The four-day Summit will feature a dynamic, multi-track programme designed to educate, connect, and catalyse innovation:

• Digital Transformation Rooms: Deep-dive sessions on enterprise solutions, automation, and Africa’s evolving digital landscape
• Main Stage and Exhibitions: High-impact conversations and showcases featuring leading African and global voices
• Deal Rooms: Curated spaces for investment discussions, business negotiations, and strategic partnerships
• Career Centre: Talent matching platform connecting skilled professionals with employers, building on 300+ job placements in 2025
• Roundtables: Closed-door policy and industry dialogues driving actionable outcomes
• Creative Forge and Gaming Centre: Platforms showcasing digital storytelling, gaming, and the creative economy
• Experience Zones: Immersive product showcases and live innovation demonstrations
• Networking Events: Curated engagements fostering high-level connections among leaders, investors, policymakers, and creatives

The Summit will convene a high-calibre, cross-sector community shaping Africa’s digital and creative economy, including:

• Government leaders and policymakers
• Investors and venture capital firms
• Founders and entrepreneurs
• Academics and researchers
• Students, young professionals, and job seekers
• Media, arts, and cultural leaders
• Global development partners and institutions

Speaking at a press conference, Charles Emembolu, co-convener, Omniverse Africa, said:

“The Omniverse Africa Summit is a global facing platform that brings together the key actors shaping Africa’s digital and creative economy, from government and investors to founders, talent, and industry leaders. With Summit 3.0, we are raising the bar by creating a space where ideas translate into partnerships, capital flows, and real opportunities that drive impact across the continent and beyond.” 

Feyisayo Alayande, Lagos State Employment Trust Fund, also said:

“Lagos is proud to host the Omniverse Africa Summit as a leading hub for innovation, enterprise, and talent, not just for Nigeria, but for Africa. Through the Lagos State Employment Trust Fund, we are supporting a platform that connects skills to opportunity at scale, empowers youth, and drives inclusive innovation. The Summit’s strong focus on talent placement, already delivering hundreds of job matches, aligns with our commitment to reducing unemployment, creating jobs, and building a future-ready workforce for Lagos and the continent.”

To, Inga Stefanowicz, European Union Delegation to Nigeria and ECOWAS:

“The Omniverse Africa Summit reflects the ecosystem driven collaboration at the heart of the European Union’s engagement with Africa. Through initiatives such as Global Gateway and the Team Europe approach, we are advancing partnerships across innovation, skills, digital transformation and connectivity. Platforms like Omniverse play a vital role in connecting talent, research, and investment to drive sustainable and inclusive growth across Africa and globally.”

The Summit is supported by a diverse coalition of partners, including the European Union; Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH; IHS Towers; MTN Group; the Governments of Denmark, Ireland, Switzerland, Sweden, and Finland; the Innovation Support Network of Nigeria; the Lagos State Employment Trust Fund; the Federal Ministry of Arts, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy; the National Council for Arts and Culture; the Federal Ministry of Innovation, Science and Technology; the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria; the National Office for Technology Acquisition and Promotion; the National Information Technology Development Agency; the Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy; Fidelity Bank Plc; the United Nations Development Programme; and other strategic collaborators advancing innovation, digital inclusion, and sustainable enterprise development across Africa.

Tickets can be booked here.

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The newly elected representatives, Iyinoluwa Aboyeji (South West), Charles Uchenna Emembolu (South East), Abba Ibrahim Gamawa (North East), and Victoria Ojoagefu Manya (North Central), will bring the perspectives of founders, innovators, and digital entrepreneurs directly into policy discussions that shape the country’s startup sector.

The election, coordinated by the Office for Nigerian Digital Innovation (ONDI) under the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), followed a transparent nomination and voting process involving members of the Startup Consultative Forum from all six geopolitical zones. 

The Forum was inaugurated earlier in 2025 to ensure that the startup ecosystem had a voice in government-led innovation policymaking.

The NCDIE, created under the Nigeria Startup Act, serves as the main governance body responsible for driving the country’s innovation and entrepreneurship agenda. It brings together representatives from the private sector, government, academia, and investors to oversee and coordinate the Act’s implementation. 

For the first time, elected startup founders are joining the NCDIE Council, revealing a goal to boost inclusive governance and stronger collaboration between policymakers and the innovation community.

This development is seen as an important milestone in bridging the gap between Nigeria’s startup sector and government institutions. With direct representation, founders can now contribute meaningfully to conversations around policy design, funding structures, and innovation support frameworks. 

It also reflects the government’s commitment to engage the private sector in shaping Nigeria’s digital future.

According to NITDA, the inclusion of startup representatives “underscores the commitment of ONDI and NITDA to strengthening collaboration among government, innovators, and industry stakeholders.” The agency reaffirmed its resolve to “build a thriving digital economy, nurture startups, and foster the type of collaboration that ensures innovation becomes a cornerstone of national development.”

The new Council is expected to effectively integrate startup perspectives into national strategies and ensure the collaboration influences long-term growth in the tech sector. 

The election has already been commended by experts as a positive indication that Nigeria’s innovation policy is beginning to reflect the voices of those driving real change from the ground up.

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Organized in partnership with the GIZ/Digital Transformation Center (DTC) Nigeria and the Innovation Support Network (ISN), the summit promises to be a transformative experience for thought leaders, investors, policymakers, and innovators from across Africa and beyond.

The Digital Transformation Center (DTC) Nigeria is co-funded by the European Union (EU) and the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) and implemented by the Deutsche Gesellschaft für internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ).

The 2025 edition will welcome 20,000 attendees from over 20 countries, uniting key players from technology, finance, culture, government, and the private sector.

Coalition of Partners

Joining the Omniverse Africa Summit are prestigious partners, including, European Union, GIZ’s Sustainable Economic Development Cluster (SEDEC) Digital Transformation Center Nigeria, Centre for Black and African Arts and Civilization (CBAAC), National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Federal Ministry for Art, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy, Innovation Support Network, Trace, German Cooperation, British Government, National Council for Arts and Culture (NCAC), Genius Hub, Unanimous Games, TechQuest STEM Academy, and Beats FM. This collaboration aims to create an immersive ecosystem of learning, networking, and collaboration, driving Africa’s digital economy forward.

Commenting on The Omniverse 2.0, Charles Emembolu, the co-convener, said:

“The Omniverse Africa Summit represents a pivotal moment for Africa’s digital and creative industries. This is where innovators, policymakers, and investors converge to unlock the true potential of Africa’s technology landscape.”

Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, director general, National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA):

“At NITDA, we believe that fostering a robust digital economy is key to unlocking Africa’s innovation potential. The Omniverse Africa Summit is a strategic platform that aligns with our vision to drive technological transformation, empower startups, and create opportunities for inclusive growth. We are proud to support this initiative and look forward to collaborating with stakeholders to accelerate Africa’s digital future.”

Dr. Thuweba Diwani, GIZ/Digital Transformation Center (DTC) Nigeria:

“This summit is a beacon for Africa’s digital transformation. By fostering strategic partnerships and knowledge exchange, we are setting the stage for sustainable technological and economic growth across the continent.”

Summit Highlights

Each day of the Omniverse Africa Summit is designed to address critical challenges and opportunities shaping Africa’s digital future.

The event will feature:

• Digital Transformation Rooms – Engaging policy discussions, workshops, panel sessions, etc. on Africa’s evolving digital and creative landscape.
• Deal Rooms – A dynamic space for business negotiations, partnerships, and funding
• Gaming Centre – A showcase and tournaments of Africa’s burgeoning gaming industry, exploring its economic potential.
• Career Centre – Insights and mentorship on navigating industry shifts and career
• Music Conference – Exploring the intersection of technology, culture, and the entertainment industry.
• Sages Lounge – A networking hub for industry leaders and policy
• Exhibition and Experience Spaces – Immersive product showcases and innovation

Insights and Discussions

The summit will also feature thought-provoking discussions on pivotal topics, including:

• Gaming as an Income Pathway – Unlocking opportunities in Africa’s fast-growing gaming
• Vocational Jobs in a Technology-Driven World – The role of digital transformation in traditional industries.
• Creative Entrepreneurship – How Africa’s artists and creators can harness innovation to scale their ventures.
• Scaling Businesses from 1X to 10X – Lessons from industry leaders who have built global enterprises from Africa.

Call for Partnerships

Do you wish to sponsor, partner or exhibit at The Omniverse Africa Summit 2.0, reach the organisers at partnerships@theomniverse.africa.

Date: February 25-28, 2025

Venue: Landmark Event Centre, Lagos

Registration link is HERE.

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He spoke at the Omniverse Summit, held at the Landmark Event Centre, Lagos.

Inuwa highlighted the necessity of shared goals, resources, and knowledge to make a lasting impact on Nigeria’s digital future.

“Our vision for Nigeria is to digitally empower the nation by thriving on innovation and fostering inclusive economic growth through technology,” Inuwa stated.

While discussing the pillars in the Strategic Road-map and Action Plan (2024-2027) SRAP 2.0, Inuwa stressed the importance of collaboration  among the stakeholders.

According to the NITDA Director-General, the road-map focuses on eight strategic pillars, targeted at accelerating digital transformation of all critical sectors of the economy as directed by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

He maintained that all the pillars in the SRAP 2.0 resonate with the strategic pillars of  Ministry of Communications, Innovations and Digital Economy blueprint tagged “Accelerating our Collective Prosperity through Technical Efficiency” which are Knowledge, Policy, Infrastructure, Innovation, entrepreneurship, and Capital, and Trade.

He revealed that the first pillar, fostering digital literacy and cultivating talent has an ambitious goal of achieving 70% digital literacy by 2027 through the implementation of National Digital Literacy Framework as well as developing technical talents which is being implemented through one of the Ministry’s initiatives “the 3 Million Technical Talent (3MTT)”, designed to address the impending global talent deficit and position Nigeria as a leader in technological expertise.

Inuwa noted that the second pillar is to build a robust technology research system, aimed at putting Nigeria’s at the 25 percentile in global ranking  in research in six key areas of AI, IoT, Robotics, Additive Manufacturing, blockchain and UAVs.

The third pillar emphasises the need to strengthen policy implementation and legal framework, with all ecosystem stakeholders contributing to achieving national goals.

He said,

“Promoting inclusive access to digital infrastructure and services forms the fourth pillar which aims at connecting the unconnected by investing in learning centers and innovation hubs across the country.”

“Strengthening Cybersecurity and enhancing digital trust is the fifth pillar. This addresses the importance of instilling confidence in digital platforms for its users,” he said.

He identified the sixth pillar as focusing on plans to nurture an innovative and entrepreneurial ecosystem, which will promote synergy in industry and an enabling platform for digital transformation.

“While the seventh pillar is to forge strategic partnerships, and collaborations with external stakeholders as evident with the active partnership NITDA is building with the Omniverse platform, the eight and last pillar of the SRAP is directed to cultivate a vibrant organizational culture and agile workforce within NITDA”. he added.

“We believe that by working together, we can transform Nigeria into a global digital powerhouse,” Inuwa declared.

He subsequently invited stakeholders to download the soft copy of the road-map, providing a QR code for easy access, and encouraged feedback to refine the document for collective success.

Inuwa assured the commitment of the government to create enabling policies for citizens to thrive.

According to him,

“The aim is to position Nigeria among the top 25 in artificial intelligence, IoT, UAV, robotics, Blockchain, and additive manufacturing, propelling the nation into a prominent role in the global digital economy.”

The Omniverse Summit is targeted at driving the digital economy on the continent. The summit explores the narratives about the Africa and Africans, with a focus on how to regain control of these narratives to re-frame the future of our economies, societies, and geopolitics.

Obi Asika, the convener of the Omniverse Summit along with his team members, Charles  Emembolu, Dr. Thwueba and Isioma  Udeozo stated passionately during a panel session tagged “Why Omniverse? Explained that the Omniverse is a collaborative platform, which is designed to bring people together. They mentioned that one of the core objectives of the program was to bring different segments of the ecosystem like the academia, tech, startups, gaming people, music industry, film industry, television industry, the arts and arts culture among others together.

In their submission, they noted that the move is towards creating a platform for anyone to have a clear understanding into what is happening in Nigeria, Africa, and the  world.

Mr. Will Stevens, the U.S Consul General, in his address affirmed that the dynamic digital innovation ecosystem in Nigeria has led to the creation of this crucial platform, emphasizing the nation’s role as Africa’s largest economy and democracy.

Mr. Williams stressed a paradigm shift in collaboration, moving from discussing what can be done for Africa to what can be achieved together. He added that the focus is to ensuring African nations have a significant voice in global policy discussions, particularly addressing shared challenges like climate change, food insecurity, and global pandemics.

He called for a permanent African representation in the UN Security Council underlines the need for African solutions to global problems, emphasizing collaboration on a worldwide scale.

He noted that Nigeria, as a key player in driving innovation, faces challenges such as safeguarding intellectual property and addressing exchange rate risks noting that, “the partnership between the U.S. and African tech startups is substantial, with around 60% of venture capital in Nigeria originating from the United States.”

“However, there is an expressed need to protect intellectual property locally and create laws to support startups, ensuring innovators can safeguard their creations within the country. The imperative is to foster collaboration that goes beyond geographical boundaries and promotes a collective effort to tackle shared global challenges,” he concluded.

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The platform is co-created with the Innovation Support Network (ISN) as ecosystem partners ISN is a national network of 180 innovation hubs, incubators, accelerators and coworking spaces across Nigeria.

The Omniverse is supported by the Digital Transformation Center Nigeria, DTC Nigeria is jointly funded by the European Union (EU) and the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) and implemented by Deutsche Gesellschaft fuer Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH.

The Omniverse Summit will feature four (4) days of meaningful programming focused on actionable outcomes at Landmark Centre Lagos from February 27 – March 1, 2024.

The summit is structured around overarching themes of narrative, innovation, collaboration, and monetization. Each day of The Summit will be devoted to a core but connected theme, allowing The Omniverse Summit to delve into its multiple dimensions.

The Narrative Day (Day one) will explore narratives about Africa and Africans that shape our self-perception, global image and examine its impact on our economies, societies, and geopolitics but more importantly, how to rebuild, reframe and reclaim these narratives towards our common future in the light of presenting our markets and attracting investment.

The Innovation Day (Day two) will explore layers of innovation beyond technology while highlighting innovative pioneers who are revolutionizing their fields to help participants understand the strategies for nurturing and inspiring innovation at all levels despite the challenges.

The Collaboration Day (Day three) will dissect the DNA of successful collaborations by analyzing the mechanics of productive partnerships, purposeful alliances, and foster effective collaborations while aiming to help set up partnership deals and conversations.

The Monetization Day (Grand Finale) will unpack the science of making money, exploring effective strategies and approaches for building resilient, profitable careers and businesses

The summit beyond our main stage will happen across 4 stages/rooms: Development Room (for development partners to provide information and guidance to prospective implementation partners looking for project funding); the Deal Room (for potential collaborators to meet, negotiate, and potentially close deals. Lawyers, business analysts and other resources will be stationed in the room to provide guidance and support); Sage’s Lounge (for intimate conversations with icons.

A rotating roster of visionaries, mavens, and originators in tech, business, government, development, and creative industries will offer wisdom and advice based on their long, storied careers); and the Career Center (where participants can find expert advice on career advancement, industry transitions, and job opportunities)

“The Omniverse Summit stands as the tangible embodiment of our audacious vision—a dynamic convergence platform that unites the brightest minds shaping the kaleidoscope of African innovation, creativity, and entrepreneurship. It transcends physical boundaries, serving as a nexus where individuals and organizations synergize, exchanging knowledge, pooling resources, and collectively forging solutions to the intricate challenges confronting our continent and communities. In this interconnected space, technology acts as the unifying force, propelling us towards a future where innovation knows no limits.” Obi Asika,

“In co-spearheading The Omniverse, ISN is unwavering in our commitment to propel the global discourse on digital innovation. At the core of this summit lies a transformative agenda, where technology is not just a tool but the very essence that reshapes industries. ISN, as a founding partner, envisions the convergence of leading minds across finance, business, education, utilities, public sector, developmental sector, advertising, media, and the creative industries. Our objective is to obliterate silos, forging an interconnected future where collaboration is paramount. The Omniverse will be the crucible where ideas transmute into opportunities, fostering sustainable growth, profound impact, and unparalleled development.” Charles Emembolu, Chairman of the Board, Innovation Support Network

Participation:

Registration is now open at www.theomniverse.africa and for more information, email info@theomniverse.africa

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The Innovation Support Network (ISN), a conglomeration of Innovation hubs in Nigeria, has elected new members of its Board of Directors to steer the organization’s mission of promoting technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship across the country.

Taking over from the previous Board who recently stepped down — Chukwuemeka Fred Agbata (CFA), Director of Marketing and Acting Chairman of the Board; Tomi Davies, Founder, TechnoVision; Bernard Chiira, AfriLabs board member; Daniel Chinagozi, Founder, Innovation Growth Hub; Bruce Lucas, Founder, Olutu Square — the change is targeted at fostering unprecedented collaboration and innovation.

Meet the accomplished individuals who will guide ISN into this promising phase:

1. Maryam Lawan Gwadebe – Corporate Director

Maryam Lawan Gwadebe, a passionate and visionary leader, is dedicated to harnessing the power of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) to uplift lives and businesses. She is the visionary founder of Blue Sapphire Hub, a platform committed to unlocking human potential and latent abilities. Blue Sapphire Hub offers a diverse range of services, including Capacity Building programs, Startup Support, and a Software Development Lab. 

Maryam’s remarkable contributions to the tech industry have earned her prestigious recognition, including the Forbes Africa 30 under 30 Alumni title in 2020 and the Outstanding Woman in Tech award from the United Nations Association of Nigeria Leadership Awards in 2022.

2. Blessing Achu – Finance Director

Blessing Achu, a creative entrepreneur and startup ecosystem builder, is driven by a profound passion for the African fashion industry. Her mission? To empower African creative businesses with cutting-edge tech solutions, from supporting cotton farmers to boosting retail stores. 

Blessing’s visionary initiative, 360Creativehub, was established in late 2016 and offers co-working and co-sewing spaces, along with comprehensive training, mentoring, and acceleration programs. She envisions a future where Africa takes center stage in the global fashion market, and her dedication is palpable.

3. Charles Emembolu – Partnership Director

Charles Emembolu is an Information Technology Architecture Expert with a profound interest in innovation ecosystems and empowering young talents through Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). 

Charles possesses an impressive array of specialties, including IT infrastructure, project/program management, negotiations, and business and solutions architecture. Currently serving as the Director of Partnerships at ISN Hubs, Charles actively contributes to ISN’s mission of fostering innovation and youth empowerment.

4. Edward Esene – Marketing Director

Edward Esene, a renowned Business Startup coach, management consultant, digital expert, and Tech Evangelist, has been a driving force in Nigeria’s entrepreneurial landscape. As an alumnus of the School for Startups in the UK and a Google partner on #DigitalSkills4Africa, Edward’s expertise shines. 

He has made significant contributions as a consultant on various government initiatives, including the Federal Government You-win Project, Presidency Amnesty program, BOI YES-P & GEF programs, and TEEP & VC4AFRICA Mentor. Additionally, Edward co-founded Plus Innovation Hub, which boasts three centers in Lagos State. His journey also led to his appointment as an IBM Business Partner in Nigeria, where he leads a team of tech consultants.

5. Theodore Longji – Ecosystem Director

Theodore Longji, a visionary leader at the helm of nHub, has been instrumental in championing entrepreneurship, innovation, and ecosystem development over the past decade. 

His diverse skill set encompasses ideation, business modeling, product management, startup discovery, market research, ecosystem development, policy design, and project planning. As the Chief Executive Officer of nHub, Theodore has played a key role in inspiring and supporting a generation of tech entrepreneurs across Nigeria.

These newly elected board members bring a wealth of skills, experiences, and passions to the ISN Board of Directors. Together, they are committed to creating a positive impact within the Nigerian innovation ecosystem.

ISN’s journey began with approximately 75 Innovation hubs in 2019, and today it boasts a thriving community of over 150+ hubs. This remarkable growth has been marked by a commitment to capacity building, knowledge sharing, and the nurturing of a vibrant innovation community.

As the outgoing board members step down from the role, ISN eagerly anticipates continued growth and innovation under the visionary leadership of the newly elected Directors. Their proven expertise across diverse domains is set to propel ISN’s legacy of innovation to even greater heights. 

The organization remains steadfast in its mission to empower entrepreneurs, drive innovation, and foster solutions that address Nigeria’s socio-economic challenges. This transition heralds a promising future for ISN, promising a brighter, more collaborative, and innovative landscape for Nigeria’s tech ecosystem.

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With a vision to empower and revolutionize the continental landscape, The Omniverse aims to build collaboration, connections, community, and content that enables the entire ecosystem to scale investments and share knowledge for positive, lasting impact.

TechEconomy gathered that The Omniverse is co-founded by Innovation Support Network (ISN Hubs), with support from GIZ/Digital Transformation Center Nigeria (GIZ/DTC Nigeria). We will make further announcements about our community partners in the coming weeks.

The Omniverse will serve as a hub for diverse stakeholders from various sectors, including development partners, public sector entities, regulatory agencies, academia, the startup community, finance and investment professionals, media, entertainment, arts, culture and the creative industries and more.

By connecting these stakeholders, The Omniverse will catalyze cross-industry collaboration, shaping a thriving ecosystem that will contribute to driving growth and transformation in Nigeria and Africa.

The Omniverse is excited to announce its flagship event, the Annual Omniverse Summit and Expo, set to take place November 12-16, 2023 in Lagos. This week-long event will bring together global, continental, and local thought leaders, innovators, and influencers in the tech and innovation and connected industries.

Participants can expect an immersive experience featuring exhibitions, influencer and expert masterclasses, a gaming league, entertainment programming, insightful conversations, thought-provoking panels, and engaging fireside chats centered around the transformative power of technology.

One of the highlights of The Omniverse’s Annual Summit and Expo will be the prestigious Honours Gala, where ecosystem champions, leaders, trailblazers, and future leaders will be recognized for their exceptional contributions.

This gala event will celebrate individuals and organizations driving positive change and pushing the boundaries of innovation within the tech and innovation ecosystem in Nigeria and Africa.

“We are incredibly excited to launch The Omniverse and provide a platform where connected industries and cross stakeholders can collaborate, learn, and thrive together,”

said Obi Asika, Convener of The Omniverse.

“Our Annual Summit and Expo will be a landmark event, bringing together the best minds and talents to explore the vast potential of technology and its impact on society. We look forward to creating meaningful connections, sparking innovation, and honoring the visionaries who are shaping Africa’s connected future.”

“Through the power of cross-sector collaboration, connecting minds and industries, the Omniverse unites a diverse range of stakeholders, in driving transformative growth for Africa. As co-founders of this thriving ecosystem, Innovation Support Network (ISN) is proud to lead the way towards a brighter future,”

said Charles Emembolu, Director, ISN

“Together, we will shape a vibrant ecosystem that propels us towards a prosperous, more inclusive future.”

Meanwhile, The Omniverse is inviting the innovation & tech community, development partners, entrepreneurs, investors, students and all stakeholders passionate about driving the tech and innovation ecosystem forward to join their platform and be part of this transformative journey.

By becoming members individuals and organizations will gain access to an extensive network, valuable resources, and exciting opportunities to collaborate, learn, and make a difference. Click here to become a member!

For more information about The Omniverse and its upcoming Annual Summit and Expo, email info@youromniverse.org.

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This partnership takes advantage of the African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA) for the collaboration between TechQuest STEM Academy, a non-profit organisation that provides education technology content, tools and resources for talent development and ICEALEX, an Egypt-based innovation hub.

“The partnership will focus on supporting startups and tech talent across both countries in the areas of market readiness, market access, corporate innovation models under a twinning concept. This collaboration will see proven innovation and technology concepts adapted for West and North Africa with multi country beneficiaries.”, said Dr. Itoro Emembolu, a Director at TechQuest.

“The essence of the partnership between TechQuest and ICEALEX is to support our innovation processes for startups and MSMEs from the ideation stage, building a bridge across Africa, bringing excellence to our respective countries and to the people that we serve in the area of innovation,” she said after the signing of the partnership in Lagos.

Speaking about the collaboration, the Founder of ICEALEX, Ahmed Bastawy, ICEALEX, noted that he is happy to close out the partnership discussion that commenced during the AfriLabs annual gathering earlier this year at Lusaka, Zambia.

He believes the partnership will help develop a lot of talents to build business and technology capacity for Nigerians and Egyptians.

“I think the signing of this partnership between Techquest and ICEALEX will be the biggest highlight of 2022. For me, it is not just about the two organisations, but building a strong relationship between Nigeria and Egypt in terms of talent development in the digital space. We can work collaboratively in this Pan-African relationship as we inspire others to join us in boosting intra-Africa trade,” he said.

According to him, one of the advantages of this is that it will lower unemployment by helping entrepreneurs along the entire value chain since, as they develop their skills and talents, they also add layers of jobs across the economy. The partnership will also promote digital assets among the citizens in Nigeria, especially the youths as the country vigorously pursue digital economy and building impact ventures.

The Founder of TechQuest STEM Academy, Charles Emembolu disclosed that both organisations will also be collaborating on the Digital Innovation Hub (DIH) concepts. The DIH model is a robustly designed one stop shop that offers innovation and digitalisation support services to MSMEs and Startups especially in the Smart Cities specialization with a focus on Sustains Agriculture, Smart Mobility and Healthcare. He said there are many of these digital innovation hubs in the world today, of which ICEALEX secured a slot for Africa.

“I want to emphasize that both innovation hubs will collaborate to build businesses that balance market readiness with investment focus. We will collaborate to bring talent development and support to Africa’s largest economies and peoples across Egypt and Nigeria,” Charles said.

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