GITEX Africa, the continent’s most influential tech and start-up event, is gaining momentum. KAOUN International is organizing the highly anticipated Conference, which is ready to host the year’s most significant tech discussions and collaborations in Marrakech, Morocco. His Majesty King Mohammed VI of the Kingdom of Morocco is granting his High Patronage to the event.
The 2nd edition of GITEX Africa Morocco, scheduled for 29-31 May 2024, is supported by the authority of the Moroccan Ministry of Digital Transition and Administration Reform and hosted by the Digital Development Agency (ADD).
Consequently, representatives of RegTech will be present at the Conference to showcase innovative solutions under our belt, build our RegTech community and bring the latest updates live to our wide audience.
5 Key Takeaways
1. GITEX Africa 2024: KAOUN International is organizing the 2nd edition of GITEX Africa, a significant tech and start-up event in Africa, which will take place from 29-31 May 2024 in Marrakech, Morocco. His Majesty King Mohammed VI of the Kingdom of Morocco is granting his High Patronage to the event.
2. Focus on Digital Transformation: The main focus of GITEX Africa will be on the Digital Summit, which serves as a platform for discussions on Africa’s digital progression and its path towards a consolidated digital market. The summit aims to address the pressing challenges and harness the abundant opportunities that lie ahead.
3. Participation of Major Tech Companies: The event will welcome returning exhibitors, including multinational majors such as Epson, Honeywell, Kaspersky, and Lexar. These companies aim to revive a tech-enabled African investment race through future-focused collaborations.
4. Moroccan Innovators: Moroccan trailblazers, including Maroc Data Centre, Zen Networks, Dataprotect, and Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P), are set to return to GITEX Africa Morocco 2024.
5. Start-up and VC Investment Surge: GITEX Africa Morocco 2024 will feature an elevated North Star Africa start-up showcase, aiming to scale business opportunities in a region tipped to raise US$10 billion in VC funds by 2025. The Supernova Challenge, Africa’s most coveted start-up pitch competition, has announced a prize pool of US$100,000 across six categories.
Building on Success: GITEX Africa Morocco Second Edition
After its successful debut in 2023, GITEX Africa Morocco’s 2nd edition is set to stimulate the growth of the maturing digital ecosystem. Lauded globally, this event is driving interest in diverse tech themes and catalyzing a tech rush into dynamic markets.
GITEX Africa 2024 will welcome thousands of attendees for large-scale discourse and collaborations. It aims to accelerate tech advancements across industries like regulatory technology, cloud and IoT. Cybersecurity, digital health, future finance, consumer tech, telecoms, and artificial intelligence will also be in the main focus.
The second edition of African tech conference will see the return of exhibitors such as Epson, Honeywell, Kaspersky, and Lexar. These multinational majors are set to revive a tech-enabled African investment race through future-focused collaborations.
A Confluence of Digital Thought Leaders
The main focus of GITEX AFRICA will be on the Digital Summit which serves as a pivotal platform for critical discussions on Africa’s digital progression and its path towards a consolidated digital market. The summit, which convened 33 government delegations from across Africa in 2023, also brought together global tech leaders and regulatory bodies.
In 2024, this premier assembly of innovators, thought leaders, and policymakers is propelling Africa’s digital transformation. The summit will explore the diverse aspects of Africa’s digital future. With a focus on policy, connectivity, and digital cities, the summit aims to address the pressing challenges and harness the abundant opportunities that lie ahead.
Leadership Perspectives on GITEX Africa Morocco’s Evolution
H.E. Dr Ghita Mezzour, Moroccan Minister of Digital Transition, recently discussed plans for an expanded conference venue. She expressed excitement about the upcoming 2nd edition in Marrakech.
Mr. Mohammed Drissi Melyani, General Director of ADD, highlighted the success of GITEX Africa Morocco’s first edition. He sees the 2024 edition as a chance to boost Africa’s digital transformation and competitiveness.
GITEX Africa Moroccan Innovators Take the Spotlight
Moroccan trailblazers, including Maroc Data Centre and Zen Networks, are returning to GITEX Africa Morocco 2024. Dataprotect and Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P) are also preparing for their comeback.
Yassine Laghzioui, CEO of UM6P Ventures, is excited to elevate their role at GITEX Africa.
Regional Start-up and VC Investment Surge at North Star Africa
In a nutshell, GITEX Africa Morocco 2024 will feature an elevated North Star Africa start-up showcase. It will converge the largest curation of award-winning start-ups and scale-ups ever seen in the African continent.
The event aims to scale business opportunities in a region tipped to raise US$10 billion in VC funds by 2025. The Supernova Challenge, Africa’s most coveted start-up pitch competition, has announced a prize pool of US$100,000 across six categories.
