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Overview:

In recent years, Africa has made significant progress in the digitalization of its economies, leading to increased economic opportunities and sustainable development. As the wave of the 21st century is gaining momentum, which is undoubtedly an era of digitalization, African countries must keep pace with the rapid changes brought about by technological advancements in areas such as economy, finance, healthcare, education, agriculture, and e-commerce.

As the world becomes increasingly digital, Africa must embrace digital technologies to achieve sustainable development. Smart cities can play a key role in this transformation by using digital solutions to improve the quality of life for citizens. However, cybersecurity is a critical issue that must be addressed to ensure the safety and security of digital infrastructure and users. The responsible use of Artificial Intelligence and other emerging technologies is also essential as much as digital skills acquisition to ensure that all citizens benefit from the digital revolution. The core of Digitalization holds the key to unlocking Africa's full economic potential. By embracing digital technologies and fostering an ecosystem of innovation, the continent can leapfrog into a sustainable future, empowering its people and creating a vibrant, digitally connected economy for the benefit of all.

Despite the progress that has been made, Africa still faces several challenges in its efforts to achieve digital transformation. One major challenge is the lack of a...

Speakers

Professionals within and beyond Africa

THABO MASHEGOANE
THABO MASHEGOANEChair AfICTA and Immediate Past President IITPSA
ULANDI EXNER
ULANDI EXNERAfICTA Vice-Chair, Southern Africa
WADDAH FADUL
WADDAH FADUL Founder and President, Institute of Tomorrow
LUCKY MASILELA
LUCKY MASILELAChief Executive Officer ZA Central Registry NPC
YASMIN EL SHARKAWY
YASMIN EL SHARKAWYStrategic Program Manager, Ministry of Communication & Information Technology Egypt
BOB OCHIENG
BOB OCHIENGSenior Director, TLD Program, ICANN Africa
ATHANASE BAHIZIRE
ATHANASE BAHIZIRE IT Expert and co-Founder, Youth IGF DR.Congo
ABIMBOLA ABIOYE
ABIMBOLA ABIOYEGroup Managing Director, Fintrak Software
PAUL ROWNEY
PAUL ROWNEYDeputy Chair AfICTA & President, ICT PAN Namibia
YUSUPH KILEO
YUSUPH KILEOCybersecurity Expert
ROBINSON TOMBARI SIBE
ROBINSON TOMBARI SIBECo-Founder, CEO & Lead Forensic Examiner Digital Footprints Nig. Ltd
MELISSA SASSI
MELISSA SASSIPartner & Chief Evangelist at P3 Network...
ARO LEONARD
ARO LEONARDBroadcast Media, Development Communication, and Social Transformation Expert
DOCTOR MAFUWAFUWANE
DOCTOR MAFUWAFUWANEPractice Manager Security Solutions & Strategy Logicalis SA
YAOVI ATOHOUN
YAOVI ATOHOUNDirector Stakeholder Engagement and Operations, ICANN Africa
JIMSON  OLUFUYE, Ph.D
JIMSON OLUFUYE, Ph.DCEO, Kontemporary Konsulting Ltd & Founder/fmr Chair, AfICTA
ARINOLA AKINYEMI
ARINOLA AKINYEMICEO, DigiSphere Ltd.
WUNMI HASSAN, PhD
WUNMI HASSAN, PhDPresident/CEO, High Tech Centre for Nigerian Women and Youths
PIERRE DANDJINOU
PIERRE DANDJINOUVice President, Stakeholder Engagement - ICANN Africa
RACHAEL SHITANDA
RACHAEL SHITANDACouncil Member, Computer Society of Kenya & Chair Policy Formulation & Engagement Cmtte.
TERENCE FOGARTY
TERENCE FOGARTYDirector/Consultant, carbon Vector, South Africa
DAVID NJOGA
DAVID NJOGA Head of Cybersecurity Policy and Standards, National computer and cybercrimes Coordination Committee, ISACA.
ISA IBRAHIM JALO, Ph.D
ISA IBRAHIM JALO, Ph.DDirector/CEO. Abuja Geographic Information Systems. (AGIS)
MR SEGUN OLUGBILE
MR SEGUN OLUGBILECEO, Araba Technologies Limited
MASON S. COLE
MASON S. COLEPerkins Coie LLP, Internet Governance Advisor & ICANN-BC Chair
OPEYEMI ONIFADE
OPEYEMI ONIFADEChief Executive Officer, Afenoid Enterprise Limited
ADMIRE GWANZURA
ADMIRE GWANZURA Non-Executive Directors & Immediate Past President of the Institute of IT Professionals South Africa
SENELE GOBA
SENELE GOBAFounder, 4IR Innovation and Founder, Ososayensi Education Advancement
CRISTINA BUETI
CRISTINA BUETICounsellor on Metaverse & Smart Cities @International Telecommunication Union, ITU, Geneva

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Previous Summits

This prestigious event was first hosted in Lagos, Nigeria by Nigerian Stakeholders in 2013. The Egyptian ICT Industry Association and the Government of Egypt hosted the second edition in 2014. The third edition took place in Johannesburg and was hosted by the Institute of IT Professionals of SA (IITPSA) and IT Association of SA (ITA) in 2015. The 4th edition took place in Namibia with the support of the Namibia Ministry of ICT in 2016. Nigeria hosted the 5th edition in 2017 in collaboration with National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA). The Computer Society of Kenya hosted its 6th edition in Nairobi and in 2019 KAD Consortium of Nigeria hosted its 7th edition. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and restrictions on travel, the 8th and 9th edition were held virtually.

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Targets:

By strengthening digital policies and through appropriate law reform countries will be able to strengthen their position with regard to digital infrastructure, cross border harmonization, and ensure their citizens are properly tooled to meaningfully participate in the digital age. This will enhance the countries ability to meet many of the SDGs, which will improve trade, peace, justice, education, and equality.

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About AfICTA

AfICTA - Africa Information & Communication Technologies Alliance, is a concerned private sector-led alliance of ICT Associations, Multi-national Corporations, Companies, Organisations, and individuals in the ICT sector in Africa. Our vision is to fulfill the promise of the digital age for everyone in Africa.

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