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Africa Tech Festival Returns Bigger and Better

Africa Tech Festival Returns Bigger and Better

Thousands of attendees from across the globe descended on Cape Town, South Africa, for the annual Africa Tech Festival. Now in its 27th year, this year marked a record-breaking turnout, with over 15,000 attendees, 5,500 exhibitors, and 450 speakers from more than 100 countries. This three-day tech celebration at Cape Town International Convention Center was buzzing with innovation, energy, excitement, and action. Global leaders, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and tech enthusiasts came together from November 12th to the 14th to discuss the future of tech and innovation on the continent. Speakers at Africa Tech Festival held at Cape Town International Convention Center, 12-14 November 2024(photo credit: Greg Lumley) Africa Tech Fest: Africa’s Largest & Most Influential Tech Event The festival hosted five key events, including AfricaCom, AfricaTech, and the inaugural AI Summit