Africa Tech Summit 2023 returns to Nairobi for 5th edition in February

By Alexander Chiejina

• As tech ecosystems seen reaching $712bn by 2050

• Money & DeFi; Startups; Mobile & Apps in focus

Africa Tech Summit, a leading tech conference focused on connecting businesses and driving investments within Africa’s tech ecosystem, will host its fifth edition on the 15th to 16th of February 2023 at the Sarit Expo Centre in Nairobi.

In a statement made available to Business A.M. Andrew Fassnidge, director, Africa Tech Summit, said: “We are excited to welcome back 1000+ tech leaders, investors, and international players in Nairobi for two days. This year’s Africa Tech Summit will feature 150 speakers across two stages, masterclass sessions, an exhibition and multiple networking events to drive business and investment forward.”

With Africa’s tech ecosystem projected to grow from an estimated $115 billion to $712 billion by 2050, according to Endeavor Nigeria’s recent report, the summit again connects tech leaders and stakeholders, including investors, corporates, mobile operators, fintech, DeFi and crypto ventures, start-ups, developers, regulators, and policymakers to do business across the continent.

The 2023 flagship summit hosts three tracks; the Africa Money & DeFi Summit, the Africa Startup Summit and the Africa Mobile & App Summit, which brings together tech players from across the continent including investors, corporates, mobile operators, fintech, DeFi and crypto ventures, start-ups, developers, regulators, and policymakers to unpack new opportunities and challenges within the tech ecosystem.

As the Fintech space continues to experience 20 percent growth year on year, with the market estimated to reach $40 billion by 2025, according to MasterCard, the Africa Money & DeFi Summit will continue to uncover new opportunities in FinTech, Web3, and Decentralised Finance (DeFi).

The Africa Startup Summit, which connects tech startups with investors and corporates, will unpack opportunities and challenges within the ecosystem while showcasing leading ventures. The Africa Mobile & App Summit will explore new technologies and solutions aimed at addressing Africa’s most pressing challenges.