This year’s conference, themed “Leapfrogging Digital Transformation for the Future of Africa’s Economy,” will gather industry leaders, innovators, policymakers, and tech enthusiasts from across the continent. The event will focus on how technology can be harnessed to drive sustainable economic development in Africa, with a strong emphasis on digital infrastructure, e-commerce, telecommunications, artificial intelligence, blockchain, fintech, and cybersecurity.
Headline Sponsors of AfriTECH 4.0:
- QNET (Gold Sponsor): As a global leader in lifestyle and wellness, QNET employs a direct selling model to deliver a wide range of exclusive products, promoting healthy living. Established in 1998, QNET has built a global network of satisfied customers and micro-entrepreneurs under its mission to “Raise Yourself To Help Mankind” (RYTHM). The company offers luxury watches, home care products, wellness items, and personal care solutions. With partnerships in global sports, including Manchester City Football Club and the Confederation of African Football (CAF), QNET’s influence extends far beyond the tech world.
- Galaxy Backbone: A key player in Nigeria’s digital ecosystem, Galaxy Backbone provides nationwide connectivity and infrastructure services to government agencies. Their involvement highlights the critical role of reliable internet infrastructure in enabling Africa’s digital transformation. Galaxy Backbone’s sponsorship underscores the importance of connectivity solutions across the continent.
- Digital Realty Nigeria: As a major provider of secure colocation and interconnection services, Digital Realty Nigeria offers access to critical infrastructure through its data centers in Lagos. With plans to expand its network, Digital Realty’s sponsorship highlights the growing need for robust data solutions to support Africa’s burgeoning digital economy.
- Hyperspace Technologies: A Lagos-based web3 startup, Hyperspace Technologies specializes in web solutions, branding, marketing, and digital security. Their innovative product, cipherKEY tap2sign MFA, uses blockchain and NFC technology to combat identity theft and cyber threats, representing cutting-edge advancements in Africa’s digital landscape.
- Open Access Data Centres (OADC): With a multi-year, US$500 million investment program aimed at expanding Africa’s digital infrastructure, OADC is a significant force in the development of data centers across the continent. Their rapid expansion and flexible client solutions will be a key focus at AfriTECH 4.0.
Additional Sponsors and Partners: AfriTECH 4.0 will also feature support from several other prominent sponsors, including Digital Encode Limited, Tecom, Northsnow, the Internet Exchange Point of Nigeria (IXPN), AfriGoPay Financial Services Limited, Cyberchain, Lagos Blockchain Week, and InnovationBed Africa. These companies are instrumental in driving Africa’s digital economy and will contribute to the conference’s dynamic atmosphere of collaboration and innovation.
AfriTECH 4.0 Highlights: The event will include keynote speeches, panel discussions, workshops, and exhibitions, with a focus on key emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, blockchain, fintech, cybersecurity, and digital infrastructure. This year’s sponsors will be at the forefront of these discussions, providing valuable insights and presenting practical solutions to some of the most pressing challenges facing Africa’s tech ecosystem.
Chike Onwuegbuchi, co-convener and Chairman of the AfriTECH 4.0 Organizing Committee, expressed his excitement about the event, saying:
“We are thrilled to welcome such a distinguished group of sponsors. These organizations are not only pioneers in their industries but also key drivers of Africa’s digital transformation. Their support is crucial in fostering the collaborative efforts needed to shape Africa’s digital future.”
Event Details and Registration: AfriTECH 4.0 is expected to draw hundreds of attendees, including government officials, business leaders, tech experts, and innovators from across Africa and beyond. Participation is free, but attendees are required to register through the official event link.
AfriTECH 4.0 is also supported by esteemed media partners such as Nigeria CommunicationsWeek, ITPulse.com.ng, DigiVation Network, Techbuild.Africa, TechLifeWithUgo, and several others, ensuring broad coverage of the event.
For more information and to register, visit AfriTECH 4.0 website.
