AFRICA’S LARGEST SHOWCASE OF STARTUPS

AFRICA’S BIGGEST STARTUP AND INVESTOR CONNECTOR EVENT

Proud contributor to the global startup ecosystem, GITEX AFRICA provides a global showcase of ideas, imaginations, and connections and an acceleration platform for startups to grow internationally

The opportunities for startups to set their products in the spotlight and to raise funds has never looked better. The most influential players in the global startup ecosystem and investors join to fund innovative startups and to provide access to world-class mentors that will push the boundaries of possibilities

EARLY CONFIRMED SPEAKERS

Entrepreneurs and investors paving the way for Africa’s digital transformation

Hangwi Muambadzi

Managing Partner and Head of Africa

CommerzVentures

Mikael Hajjar

Founding and General Partner

P1 Venture

Babs Ogundeyi

Founder and CEO

Kuda

Arthur Chupeau

Managing Partner

Baobab Network

Melvyn Lugeba

Co-founder and CEO

GO1

Maelis Carraro

Managing Partner

Catalyst Fund

Leslie Ossete

Co-founder & COO

Mstudio

Aïssata Lam

Director General

Investment Promotion Agency of Mauritania

Tosin Eniolorunda

Co-founder and CEO

Moniepoint

Marcel Kasumauvich

Deputy CIO

Coinbase Asset Management

Romanna Dada

Head of Ventures

PwC

Noureddine Tayebi

CEO and Founder

Yassir

Renaud Glenisson

Regional CEO

Jumia

SUPERCHARGING A GLOBAL STARTUP ECOSYSTEM

AFRICA’S FUNDING FOR TECH STARTUPS GREW 6X TIMES
FASTER THAN THE GLOBAL AVERAGE

From unicorns and scale ups taking over the stage, to pitch competitions with 100,000 USD in prize money . The most influential players in the global startup ecosystem put their products in the spotlight, to gain access to world-class mentors, find investors and grow big. Fast-track your growth with the support of the global and regional accelerators & incubators, and build relationships with corporate buyers and government representatives.

AFRICA ROCKS

The African tech ecosystem has grown nearly 10x in transactions and funding amount in the last 3 years, making it a priority region for disruptive innovation.

Kenya
Egypt
USA
Japan
UAE
Morocco

Connect with 400+ Investors

From Pre-Seed to Growth stage, investors that attend are looking for the next big idea serving the African market.

Meet accelerators & incubators

Fast-track your growth with the support of the global and regional accelerators & incubators.

Network with corporates & government

Build relationships with corporate buyers and government representatives.

Find expert mentors

Get guidance, insights and advice from seasoned mentors.

FAST-TRACK STARTUP GROWTH

From unicorns and scale ups taking over the stage, to pitch competitions with 100,000 USD in prize money. The most influential players in the global startup ecosystem put their products in the spotlight, to gain access to world-class mentors, find investors and grow big. Fast-track your growth with the support of the global and regional accelerators & incubators, and build relationships with corporate buyers and government representatives.

GET MATCHED WITH INVESTORS

Investors and VCs will participate in the GITEX AFRICA Investor Meeting Programme during which, investors participate in vetted and curated 1-1 matchmaking with startups based on their investment criteria. As an exhibiting startup, you will get priority opportunity to be matched with participating investors.

STARTUP CONFERENCE STAGE

Global unicorns and soonicorns share their inspiring journeys as well as practical insights on unlocking the next growth stage for their businesses. Attend 50 hours of conference programmes among creators, inventors, peers, investors, and startups identifying how to breakthrough with their newest innovations.

PITCH FOR A SHARE OF THE $110,000 PRIZE POOL

Supernova is GITEX Africa’s flagship Pitch Competition which takes place annually. Competition is fierce with a larger number of startups participating from Africa and neighboring markets. Apply to compete in 6 categories, and stand a chance to win from a total prize pool of $110,000, which includes the grand prize of $50,000.

Find out more about Supernova Challenge

INSPIRING WORDS FROM THE COMMUNITY

We are joining GITEX AFRICA to grow our operations and business in AFRICA. Through this show, we would like to engage new partners to join our projects, support them and help us promote them on a larger scale. We are also looking for new customers, and look forward to connect with them at GITEX.

Anna Jankowiak

CEO

Grywit

As a technology enthusiast with African roots and as the CEO of Kubee Analytics, a company deeply passionate about technology and its potential to improve how humans interact in the world, I am beyond excited for the opportunity to participate in GITEX AFRICA in Marrakesh to connect and learn from the most innovative and forward-thinking tech industry leaders in AFRICA and worldwide.

Ibrahima Conte

CEO

Kubee Analytics

Highly delighted that the GITEX technology show is expanding its reach to AFRICA. Strongly believe that this collaboration between GITEX's expertise and the great development potential of countries in AFRICA will completely transform the continent. Our long-standing vision is to grow by helping businesses in AFRICA and the Middle East to be more successful and pursue their goals. We look forward to meeting many businesses and local government representatives in the heart of AFRICA, made possible by GITEX AFRICA!

Kalin Krastev

CEO

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