Africa’s digital revolution is gaining pace, and leading this revolution is the Africa Technology Expo (ATE).
Scheduled to come back on June 21, 2025, at the Landmark Event Center, Lagos, Nigeria, ATE 2025 is going to be an invigorating event that gathers Africa’s brightest minds, innovative businesses, and leading decision-makers.
Here’s a closer look at why this year’s ATE event is not to be missed.
About Africa Technology Expo
Africa Technology Expo (ATE) is where Africa’s business and tech leaders come together with one common goal: to make deals a reality. It’s the venue where companies, operators, and industry leaders converge to pitch innovations, form partnerships, and drive outcomes.
For 2025, ATE takes a giant leap, shining the global spotlight on the African tech future with an acute focus on hardware, telecoms, software, and more—on the ideas shaping tomorrow.
Often called the CES of Africa, the expo is the event of choice where technology and purpose meet and innovation drives business success.
Since its inception, the expo has been an energetic platform that brings together:
- Top inventors
- C-suite executives
- Entrepreneurs
- Investors
- Decision-makers
- Government leaders
The mission? To showcase the innovations driving Africa forward, foster meaningful connections, and offer solutions to some of the continent’s most pressing issues.
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What to Expect at the Africa Technology Expo 2025
ATE 2025 will go beyond product showcases. The event is centered around solid innovation, impactful tech business, and strategic collaborations. The following are a few of the things that attendees can look forward to:
Showcase of Innovations
From communications and hardware to software solutions and future technologies, ATE 2025 will host the latest innovations transforming Africa’s technology landscape.
C-suite Discussions and Enterprise Insights
The event’s agenda includes sessions on the opportunities in tech in Africa, enterprise strategy, and the role of technology in reducing the most important social, political, and economic issues.
Workshops and Panels
Join meaningful discussions that include topics such as:
- Software innovation and deployment innovations
- Building successful tech ecosystems in Africa
- Investment and expansion opportunities for African tech startups
Unequalled Networking Opportunities
ATE 2025 provides a special platform for executives, inventors, and innovators to meet, network, and ignite significant business connections.
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When and Where is ATE 2025 Taking Place?
Save the date for June 21, 2025. The event will take place at the Landmark Event Center in Lagos—the country’s vibrant commercial center and a city with a thriving tech ecosystem.
Lagos provides the perfect backdrop for this coming together of minds, with its diversity of creativity, entrepreneurial DNA, and increasing technology infrastructure.
Who Will Be Speaking at ATE 2025?
The other very strong element of ATE 2025 is the impressive lineup of thought leadership speakers. These CEOs are not only leading their businesses — they are shaping Africa’s future in technology. Keynote speakers will include:
Iyinoluwa Aboyeji, Andela Co-Founder, Accelerate Africa & Future Africa Managing Partner
Sunil Natraj, Jumia Nigeria CEO
Khalil Suleiman Halilu, NASENI Executive Vice Chairman/CEO
Ngozi Dozie, Head of Android Partnerships, West Africa at Google
Dr. Babs Omotowa, President of Nigeria University of Technology and Management
These change makers will share practical visions of how technology can drive sustainable growth, enhance lives, and address key challenges on the continent.
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Why Is ATE 2025 Important to Africa’s Tech Ecosystem?
Africa’s tech ecosystem is rapidly evolving, and exhibitions such as ATE 2025 play a central role in determining its future. The expo provides:
- A platform for startups and companies to be discovered and funded
- A convergence venue for industry players to exchange ideas and co-create solutions
- A forum for policy-makers and tech influencers to harmonize on innovation-driving strategies
ATE 2025 doesn’t just reveal what’s new in tech — it unveils what comes next for Africa.
Topics That Matter: Key Areas of Focus
The program at the conference is packed with sessions covering thought-provoking subjects, including:
- Software Development & Deployment — considering agile methods, cloud offerings, and the next-generation applications.
- Resilient Tech Ecosystems — how to foster collaboration between governments, startups, and large businesses in creating tech hubs that are capable of weathering adversity.
- Tech Startup Growth — uncovering new opportunities for investment, expansion, and scaling up businesses in African economies.
These discussions are designed to inspire new concepts and challenge tangible outcomes for Africa’s future digital landscape.
Why Attend ATE 2025?
Africa Technology Expo (ATE) feels different—something is in the air.
It’s not hype or promise or grandeur; it’s the people, the ideas, and the decisions that quietly construct the future. ATE 2025 is where these moments intersect.
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Who Should Attend Africa Technology Expo 2025?
ATE 2025 is for:
- Tech Startups & Entrepreneurs seeking exposure, partnerships, and investment
- C-suite Leaders & Decision-makers on the lookout for strategic innovations
- Investors & Venture Capitalists looking for the next big thing
- Developers & Engineers interested in emerging technologies
- Policy-makers & Regulators who want to spur Africa’s technology development
If you are passionate about Africa’s digital revolution, ATE 2025 is the place to be.
What’s in it for Enterprises?
For Enterprises alike, the expo offers:
- A platform to showcase products to high-value audience
- An opportunity to make partnership announcements or launch new solutions
- A means to connect with potential investors and partners
- Some clues on how to navigate Africa’s regulatory and market labyrinth
What’s in it for Startups?
For start-ups, ATE 2025 offers the chance to:
- Pitch to investors
- Meet and network with mentors that have scaled up successful businesses
- Find co-founders or recruit key talent
- Get noticed in Africa’s tech competitive landscape
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What’s in it for Government and Policy Makers?
Governments and Policy Makers will gain from:
- Learning how to enable tech-fuelled economic growth
- Collaborating with the private sector for country growth
- Analyzing frameworks for digital inclusion and data governance
How to Be Part of ATE 2025?
If you’re ready to join this incredible journey, visit: www.africatechnologyexpo.com to sign up or email info@africatechnologyexpo.com
Whether you’re coming as an individual, representing a business, or simply curious about the future of tech in Africa, this is one experience that you won’t want to miss.
Final Thoughts
Africa Technology Expo 2025 isn’t just a tech event — it’s a revolution. It’s where the future of Africa’s tech is dreamed up, imagined, and brought to life.
You’re an entrepreneur? An investor? A tech enthusiast? This is your chance to be part of something revolutionary.
June 21, 2025. The African tech future starts at ATE 2025. Will you be there?
