TechCabalthe leading technology ecosystem company, has officially announced its second annual Moonshot by TechCabal conference, which will host speakers from eight countries, including United Kingdom, Netherlands, Egypt, Ghana, Algeria, Nigeria, and others.
Details
It was set to be preserved Wednesday 9 and Thursday 10 October 2024 at Eko Conference Center in Lagos, Nigeria, the event will bring together the most daring technology leaders. The conference also introduces a new piece of content Government, Politics & Regulation and will host a round table on international trade.
Confirmed speakers
Confirmed speakers for the roundtable include:
- Wale EdunMinister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of Economy of Nigeria
- Dr. Bosun Tijani, Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy of Nigeria,
- Johnny BaxterBritish Deputy High Commissioner.
Other notable speakers expected are:
- Nankling Danfulani, Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FDCO)
- Michel Deelen, Consul General of the Kingdom of the Netherlands
- Florent ManginHead of Regional Economic Development, France
- Augustina OdameChief Executive Officer, Ghana Chamber of Technology
- Sid AliCEO, Algeria Ventures
- Sunil Natraj – Its CEO Jumia Nigeriaand many other highly qualified thought leaders.
With Africa’s share of world and intra-regional trade standing at 3% and 13% Accordingly, this pan-African ministerial roundtable will provide a platform for key trade actors to exchange ideas, exchange best practices and forge partnerships that will drive digital trade and economic integration.
A fireside chat “The Role of Technology in Driving the Growth of the Nigerian Economy” with Dr. Bosun Tijani and Wale Edun. as well as a Ministerial Round Table with Dr. Bosun Tijani to discuss the landscape of Nigeria’s digital economy and the ministry’s plan, are also listed.
The Big Picture
Recognizing the growing trend of African startups venturing into global markets, the theme for Moonshot by TechCabal 2024 is: Building for the worldwhich addresses the challenges and opportunities African founders and operators face as they navigate the complexities of global expansion.
Through this event, more than 3,500 delegates will gain timely and practical insights from experienced global and African business leaders, who will share strategies for successfully building world-class businesses in a variety of sectors from fintech to trade, renewable energy, climate change, technology policy, AI , telco, cloud and more.
Headline sponsored by Sabithe leading provider of digital commerce infrastructure for Africa, Moonshot introduces three additional pieces of content to last year’s five pieces: The Future of Commerce, Big Tech & Enterprise, Emerging Tech Fest, Startup Festival and Creative Economy. These new tracks include:
FUEL: The Investor Conference – Offers opportunities to understand the investment landscape in Nigeria and Africa and connect with high quality investors and startups.
Government, Policy and Regulation Conference – this track will bring together ministers and their representatives from across the continent to discuss and agree on concrete policy actions that will drive the development of the digital economy and strengthen trust and cooperation.
Clean & Climate Tech – Focus on Africa’s rapidly growing climate technology industry and its opportunities.
In addition, the two-day pan-African conference will introduce new formats, including demonstrations and roundtables that will showcase how innovative technology is addressing critical challenges. Attendees can also look forward to more investor engagement with investor lounge sessions and a dedicated space for startup pitches.
What They Say
Tomiwa AladekomoCEO of Big Cabal Media said “Africa’s vibrant tech ecosystem is breaking boundaries and redefining what’s possible on the global stage. As we approach this year’s Moonshot from TechCabal, we focus on exploring critical questions about how Africa is building for the world and how we can leverage proactive policies to strengthen the digital economy. This conference will also shine a spotlight on growth sectors such as climate tech, which captured a third of last year’s startup funding – a clear signal of where the future is headed.
“We are eager to see the big impact of this gathering, where the continent’s boldest minds and global players will come together to drive the African tech ecosystem forward. The discussions and synergies that will take place at Moonshot have the potential to shape the future of African innovation on the global stage.”
Speaking of the inspiration behind this year’s theme Muyiwa OlowogboyegaEditor-in-Chief of TechCabal, said, “For the past decade, we’ve been at the center of telling African tech stories, documenting the challenges, grit, successes and failures. As African startups continue to expand globally, Moonshot is our way of bringing the ecosystem together to address the complexities of global expansion. The challenges of scaling innovation are universal, and we are committed to not only discussing this evolving disruption but also presenting practical measures that will enable other players in the ecosystem to follow suit.”
Anu Adedoyin Adazolumco-founder and CEO of Sabi, said “This year’s Moonshot conference will undoubtedly provide important insights into how African technology companies can build and serve global markets. Sabi connects African markets to each other and to the rest of the world and we welcome any initiative that aims to strengthen African trade by promoting innovation, collaboration and sustainable development across the continent.”
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