AfriTECH 4.0 Announces Leading Sponsors for Landmark Tech Conference in Lagos, Featuring QNET as Gold Sponsor

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The highly anticipated AfriTECH 4.0 conference, Africa’s premier technology and innovation event, is set to take place at the Oriental Hotels on Lekki Road in Lagos, Nigeria, on Thursday, November 7, 2024. This year’s edition, themed “Leapfrogging Digital Transformation for the Future of Africa’s Economy,” brings together top industry leaders, innovators, policymakers, and tech enthusiasts from across Africa, all committed to driving the region’s digital transformation.

Major Sponsors and Partners

The 2024 AfriTECH 4.0 boasts an impressive roster of sponsors, each recognized for its significant role in Africa’s digital economy. This year’s sponsors span key industries, including e-commerce, telecommunications, artificial intelligence, blockchain technology, digital finance, and cybersecurity.

Gold Sponsor: QNET

QNET, a global lifestyle and wellness company, leads as the Gold Sponsor. Known for its direct-selling model, QNET offers an extensive range of wellness and lifestyle products designed to promote healthier, balanced living. Established in 1998, QNET supports a global community of customers and micro-entrepreneurs inspired by its “RYTHM” mission—”Raise Yourself To Help Mankind.” QNET’s product lineup includes luxury watches and jewelry from the Bernhard H. Mayer brand, the HomePure home care range, Amezcua wellness products, Physio Radiance personal care, and QVI travel packages. Additionally, QNET’s global reach extends through partnerships, such as its role as the official direct-selling partner for Manchester City Football Club and the Confederation of African Football (CAF). For more on QNET, visit qnet.net.

Galaxy Backbone

Galaxy Backbone, established by the Nigerian Federal Government, provides nationwide IP-based network infrastructure, enhancing connectivity for Government Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs). Galaxy Backbone operates over 1,482 kilometers of optical fiber backbone across 13 states, with plans for expansion. Their support underscores the vital role of connectivity in fostering digital transformation across Africa.

Digital Realty Nigeria

Digital Realty Nigeria, part of the global Digital Realty group, is a major data center operator providing colocation, interconnection, and robust data solutions. With a presence in Lagos, Digital Realty offers secure infrastructure and access to undersea cables, strengthening connectivity between Africa and international markets.

Hyperspace Technologies

Hyperspace Technologies, a Lagos-based web3 startup, delivers a range of digital solutions including web development, branding, and cybersecurity. Their innovative product, cipherKEY tap2sign MFA, leverages blockchain and NFC technology to enhance identity protection and safeguard users against cyber threats.

Open Access Data Centres (OADC)

OADC is pioneering a US$500 million investment program to build essential digital infrastructure across Africa. Their rapid deployment of data centers and flexible client solutions is pivotal in bolstering Africa’s digital economy.

Additional Sponsors

AfriTECH 4.0 has also garnered support from numerous tech innovators and associations, including Digital Encode Limited, Tecom, Northsnow, Internet Exchange Point of Nigeria (IXPN), AfriGoPay Financial Services Limited, Cyberchain, Lagos Blockchain Week, and InnovationBed Africa. These partners further enhance the event’s focus on emerging technologies such as AI, blockchain, fintech, cybersecurity, and digital infrastructure.

Event Highlights and Statement from Organizers

AfriTECH 4.0 will feature an array of keynote speeches, panel discussions, workshops, and exhibitions, all centered around harnessing digital transformation to fuel Africa’s economic growth. This year’s sponsors will share their expertise, offering actionable solutions to address challenges within the continent’s tech ecosystem.

Chike Onwuegbuchi, Co-Convener and Organizing Committee Chairman of AfriTECH 4.0, expressed his enthusiasm, stating, “We are thrilled to welcome such a distinguished group of sponsors to AfriTECH 4.0. These organizations are not just leaders in their fields; they are change-makers, instrumental in building Africa’s digital future. Their support underscores the power of collaboration in driving Africa’s digital economy forward.”

Media Partnerships

AfriTECH 4.0 has partnered with top media platforms to amplify its reach, including Nigeria CommunicationsWeek, ITPulse.com.ng, DigiVation Network (AIT), Ravenewsonline, Techbuild.Africa, TechTrends.Africa, TechTV, TechLifeWithUgo, GrassRoots.ng, ITNews.ng, and many others.

For more information on AfriTECH 4.0 and sponsorship opportunities, visit africatechallianceforum.africa. Registration is free, but attendees are required to sign up via this link.


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