Africa Tech Week 2026 Factsheet

12 - 13 MAY 2026 | CTICC, CAPE TOWN • LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE • BOOK NOW

CONFERENCE FACTSHEET Your handbook to what to expect at Cape Town’s favourite tech conference, as we Design Africa’s Digital Future.

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CONFERENCE 2026

ABOUT THE

BRAND Discover the future of innovation, network with industry leaders, and explore the latest trends shaping Africa’s tech landscape.

With insightful keynotes, engaging panel discussions, and hands-on workshops, Africa Tech Week is your gateway to cutting-edge technology, digital transformation, and sustainable growth across the continent.

Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of Africa’s tech revolution and unlock the limitless potential of technology in Africa!

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KEY SPONSORS & PARTNERS:

Canon

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Alex Goldberg

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The event exceeded my expectations. The overall experience was great!

Creative Director | Ogilvy

The Sentech Africa Tech Week had it all, from the good, the bad and the ugly of Al, to the potential of TikTok’s creative community, and evolution of Africa’s entertainment services.

Ayanda Ngcebetsha

Chief Data Officer | Microsoft

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This week I had the privilege of participating as a panelist at the Sentech Africa Tech Week. I had a great opportunity to network and connect with the Tech Community from across Africa. Thank you to SENTECH Soc Ltd and Topco Media for the invitation and for putting together such a great event.

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WHAT TO

EXPECT START-UP

PITCHING BATTLE

TECH PROBLEM

SOLVING WORKSHOPS

LIVE DEMOS

From sensational speakers, to top tech exhibitons, see what’s in store when you attend the 2-day Sentech Africa Tech Week Conference in 2026>>

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EPIC

NETWORKING

Exhibitions

#ATW Top Confirmed Speakers

Hon.Solly Malatsi Minister, Dept. Communications and Digital Technology

Tebogo Leshope CEO, Sentech

Sabelo Mwali CTO, MultiChoice Group

Kagiso Mothibi CEO, Fintech, MTN SA

Itumeleng Segaloe Chief Strategy and Transformation Officer, Sentech

Hannes Wessels General Manager, Binance South Africa

Lungile Binza

Toni Pellegrino

COO, SABC

Managing Director, Nokia South Africa

Len de Villiers

Lunga Zonke

Group CTIO, Eskom

CTO Huawei Regional Cloud Office

Kabelo Makwane

Alan Knott-Craig

Country Director, Google

Founder, Fibertime

AI & the Future of Work

HumaniTech

FinTech

Conne

ecTech

Government Fintech & Financial Services Retail & e-Commerce Consulting

400+ Tech Leaders

60+

World-Class Speakers

IT & Software Services Edutech Utilities Transport Infrastructure Green-Tech Telecommunications Manufacturing Agritech Engineering & Construction Cyber Security Health and Biotech Insure-tech

R75M+ In PR Value

Leisure-tech Mining and Green-Tech Supply Chain Academia & Research

attendees by role

Sectors on scene:

23%

C-Level

12%

Manager

10%

14%

Director

11%

Founder / Owner

09%

Head of

Consultant

07%

06%

Tech Execs

05% HR

Other

03%

Investor

#ATW on the scene

top tier talking points The Role of FinTech in Driving Economic Participation Ethics, Safety and Trust: Building a Responsible AI Economy in Africa Digital Tools That Will Redefine Energy Security in Africa The Rise of Autonomous Attacks: AI-Powered Breaches, Self-Learning Malware and Defensive Automation Learning 4.0: Bridging Digital Skills and Employment in Africa’s Future Economy The Backbone of the Digital Economy: Building Resilient Continental Infrastructure for The Future

Financial Services

Digital Transformation

Unlocking Investment

GreenTech, Mobility & Infrastructure

MAKE YOUR CONNECTIONS COUNT! As the organisers of Africa Tech Week, we’re excited to introduce our popular Business Matchmaking® Programme – Espresso Meet Up! What is the Business Matchmaking® Programme?

Business Matchmaking® connects companies and professionals who share business interests, complementary services, expertise, and technologies. Our goal is simple: to spark meaningful connections that open doors to new opportunities in the tech ecosystem. At Africa Tech Week, our dedicated Business Matchmaking® Concierge team will guide you in connecting with your ideal partners and building valuable business relationships.

Whether you’re: • • •

An exhibitor showcasing innovative solutions A delegate sharing insights and expertise An attendee exploring new opportunities

All meetings are facilitated through our exclusive Espresso Meet Up platform, designed to get you profiled and connected before the event even begins.

How it works • Once you register, you’ll receive a QR code to complete your matchmaking profile.

• You’ll receive a welcome email from jason@businessmatchmaking.company with your login link.

• Access the Espresso Meet Up platform as early as possible to review your prepopulated profile (based on your registration details).

• Update your information, ensuring your mobile number, products/services, and areas of interest are accurate - this helps us generate the best matches for you.

• View your matches via your Matchmaking Report, including 100% matches, or use filters to find specific companies and individuals.

• Schedule your meetings in the week leading up to Africa Tech Week to give our team time to coordinate effectively.

• You’ll receive WhatsApp notifications for meeting requests (to accept or decline), your full meeting schedule, reminders, and post-meeting feedback.

JOIN THE

EXPERIENCE Seize the opportunity to connect with forward-thinking innovators, industry leaders, creators, and change-makers who are shaping the digital future across Africa and beyond.

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The Sentech Africa Tech Week Conference 2026 is more than just an event. It is a vibrant hub of ideas, discovery, and meaningful collaboration.

From emerging technologies and AI advancements to digital transformation, connectivity, entrepreneurship, and creative tech solutions, this conference brings together diverse voices and perspectives to spark powerful conversations and real-world impact.

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Sponsor, Speak, Attend! For more information on how you can be a part of the #ATW family, contact one of our trusted Topco team members.

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