This event is the ultimate platform where African and international government representatives, visionary investors, trailblazing founders, esteemed academics, dynamic development partners, innovative inventors, and passionate tech enthusiasts converge to shape the future of technology on the African continent.

The premise of the GTA Conference is simple: “Bringing everyone to the table is essential to unlocking unparalleled growth opportunities and tackling the challenges facing Africa’s tech ecosystem.”

Returning for its second year with the theme “Global Collaborations, Local Transformations,” the GTA Conference this July promises an exciting lineup. Here’s some of what to expect:

Why attend the GTA Conference

• 10, 000 attendees across the week 
• 150+ panelists and speakers 
• 55 hours of content across 3 stages
• 1, 500+ startups and founders 
• 100+ Investors
• 100+ Regulators, Policy Makers, and Large Enterprises
• Special tech delegation from North America, Europe and across Africa  

A Bigger Conference with three Dynamic Stages:

• Epicenter: Where governments, corporations, and VVIP delegations explore opportunities and tackle issues affecting the continent’s tech landscape.
• Startup Stage: Featuring thought leaders and tech founders in panel sessions, roundtables, and workshops discussing important themes.
• Outsource Factory Stage: Dedicated to the future of Africa’s young talent with training, workshops, and outsourcing career connections for young African professionals.

2024 Themes:

1. Tech Investments – the GTA Deal Room presents a prime opportunity for startup founders and inventors seeking investments and strategic partnerships. [Apply to participate in the deal room …] 
2. AI Showcase: Join AI companies, data scientists, researchers, and businesses to explore Africa’s most innovative AI use cases. [Register to showcase an AI product …] [Register to attend …..] 
3. Healthtech and healthcare – Transforming African healthcare with insights on data storytelling, robust health systems, data governance, and sector transparency.
4. Cyber Security Roundtable – Addressing emerging threats and fortifying defenses, GTA’s roundtable will delve into the critical aspects of cybersecurity.
5. EdTech Showcase and Panel sessions –  Exploring cutting-edge educational technologies and transformative learning solutions available to close the gaps in education on the continent in collaboration with CCHUB, SchoolTry Sweden and VGG. 
6. The Future of FinTech, payments, and InsureTech in Africa – Unveiling trends driving advancements and shaping the future of financial technology, payments, and insurance in Africa. In collaboration with the FinTech Association Nigeria. 
7. Women in Business & Tech Master Classes: From high-powered panels to AI preparedness workshops, GTA will spotlight and empower women driving innovation in technology. In collaboration with the U.S. Consulate, NITDA.
8. Career Placement Opportunities: On-the-spot assessments, orientation sessions, and career placement opportunities for aspiring tech professionals and young African talents. In collaboration with the Ministry of Wealth Creation and Employment, Lagos State, and GFA Technologies. 
9. Capacity Building Workshops and Training For the entire value chain: Entrepreneurs, Founders, Middle-level executives, and young professionals.

No matter your role in the ecosystem, you’ll discover the insights, inspiration, and connections necessary for your success.

Startups and Founders

If you’re starting, building, or scaling your tech business, the GTA Conference is the place to be. Connect with leading VCs, CVCs, and angel investors from around the globe.

Hear inspirational stories from successful founders, and share ideas with fellow innovators. Meet enterprise tech leaders seeking solutions. Check out our partnerships brochure for extra visibility.

Investors

Discover the next big thing in tech at the GTA Conference. Connect with innovative start-ups and other investors. Gain insights from industry leaders and successful founders.

Participate in Deal Room sessions for exclusive investment opportunities and strategic partnerships. Find your next breakthrough investment here.

Large Tech and Business Enterprises

Drive innovation and growth at the GTA Conference. Connect with key stakeholders, from government representatives to tech innovators. Explore the latest industry trends and solutions in AI, cybersecurity, fintech, and more.

Engage in high-impact sessions and form strategic partnerships to stay ahead in the competitive landscape. Elevate your enterprise with insights and connections that matter.

Government Institutions

Engage with tech leaders at the GTA Conference to explore how technology can drive public policy. Connect with international and African government representatives and industry innovators.

Discuss regulatory environments, public-private partnerships, and tech-driven solutions. Shape the future of tech policy and governance.

Middle-Level and Senior Executives

Stay ahead in your industry at the GTA Conference. Connect with industry leaders and innovators to gain insights into the latest trends. Attend expert panels, workshops, and keynotes on AI, cybersecurity, fintech, and healthcare.

Lead your organisation to success with valuable knowledge and connections.

Young Aspiring Tech Professionals

Kickstart your tech career at the GTA Conference. Participate in sessions designed to equip you with essential skills.

Connect with mentors, industry leaders, and potential employers. The Outsource Factory stage offers training, workshops, and career connections. Be part of Africa’s tech future.

Register for limited passes across: 

• All stages – access to all stages  
• Epicenter Stage exclusively 
• Start-up- stage
• Outsource factory stage

The theme for this year centers on “Global Collaborations, Local Transformations.”

GTA is a leading platform for collaboration between African and international tech stakeholders; fostering connections, dialogues, and potential partnerships that will pave the way for the growth of Africa’s tech ecosystem.

With great excitement, we are pleased to announce the GTA 2024 Deal Room. This initiative is designed to facilitate investments for African startups from the community of potential investors. 

The Deal Room will be facilitated in partnership with One Africa and is expected to promote innovation, support emerging startups, and contribute to economic growth in Africa.

“This year’s GTA Conference promises to be a dynamic platform where global collaborations will catalyze local transformations in Africa’s tech scene. I anticipate impactful discussions, actionable initiatives, and significant strides towards advancing our tech ecosystem,” Dr. Inya Lawal, President of Ascend Studios Foundation, implementing partner of the GTA.

Olori Boye-Ajayi of One Africa also expressed enthusiasm about the collaboration with GTA and the role of facilitating the Deal Room:

“Our partnership with GTA is aimed at fostering innovation, supporting tech startups, and promoting economic growth. The Deal Room will offer a transparent and conducive environment for potential collaborations between tech companies and investors, driving impactful outcomes in the industry.”

In its mission to harness Africa’s tech potential for growth and development, GTA is guided by the recently launched Nigeria Startup Act, positioning the nation for the fourth industrial revolution.

Collaborating with stakeholders, running capacity development programs, facilitating policy formulation, and uncovering investment opportunities; the Deal Room is part of the broad GTA objective – paving the way for tech-driven advancements in Africa.

To be part of this transformative event, register for the GTA 2024 Conference via the website.

For inquiries, contact: yd@yettyd.com or inya@ascendstudiosfoundation.org

More About GTA:

• Global Tech Africa (GTA) Conference is a platform designed to bring together African, International and Local Government representatives, Investors, Founders, Development Partners, Academia, Inventors, Tech Enthusiasts, and other relevant stakeholders in Africa’s tech ecosystem, to unlock growth opportunities and build the continents tech ecosystem.
• The conference is a Future Map Foundation (FMF) initiative, designed and implemented by Ascend Studios Foundation (ASF).
• GTA is in partnership with National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), the United States Consulate, IHS Towers, Business Sweden, the American Business Council, and the Venture Garden Group.