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Ya Biladi
14-04-2025
- Business
- Ya Biladi
GITEX Africa 2025 kicks off in Marrakech with 45,000 participants and 1,400 exhibitors
The 3rd edition of GITEX Africa kicked off in Marrakech on Monday, attracting more than 45,000 participants and over 1,400 exhibitors from more than 130 countries. The opening ceremony of this major event was marked by a pre-recorded video address from the Head of Government, Aziz Akhannouch, and the presence of government members, national and international investors, representatives of government institutions, speakers, and personalities from various fields. This year's edition of GITEX Africa features a range of sector-specific conferences, innovative initiatives in the creative industry, and high-value networking forums. This annual event represents a new milestone in Morocco's positioning as a key platform for digital innovation in Africa. Spearheaded by the Ministry of Digital Transition and Administration Reform, in partnership with the Digital Development Agency (ADD), the event aims to foster synergies between governments, investors, entrepreneurs, and digital leaders. One of the highlights of this year's event will be the «Africa Future Connectivity» summit, an exclusive platform bringing together telecom, cloud computing, and data center giants. The summit will explore the impact of broadband, 5G deployment, and cloud technologies while encouraging public-private partnerships to shape the continent's digital future. The Diaspora Studio, a space dedicated to connecting African talent on a global scale, is also planned, with the goal of fostering investment opportunities, cross-border partnerships, and the transfer of expertise between the diaspora and local technology ecosystems. GITEX Africa Morocco is also focusing on EdTech, AgriTech, HealthTech, and SportsTech, reinforcing its ambition to make technology a driver of socio-economic transformation in Africa.
Ya Biladi
15-03-2025
- Business
- Ya Biladi
Historic GITEX Africa 2025 : 3rd edition set for Marrakech
The Ministry of Digital Transition and Administrative Reform, the Digital Development Agency (ADD), and KAOUN International announce the third edition of GITEX Africa Morocco, set to take place from April 14 to 16, 2025, in Marrakech. This event has established itself as the largest technological and entrepreneurial gathering on the continent. Building on the success of previous editions, GITEX Africa Morocco 2025 will reach new heights with enhanced sector-specific conferences, innovative initiatives, and strategic networking forums. The focus will be on digital infrastructure, artificial intelligence, and technological advancements, positioning Africa as a key player in the global digital landscape. Key initiatives for the African digital ecosystem include: • Africa Future Connectivity: A summit dedicated to telecom, cloud, and data centers aimed at accelerating the deployment of broadband and 5G. • Diaspora Studio: A space for networking between African talent and local tech ecosystems. • SheWins Africa: An IFC program that highlights African women entrepreneurs and female-led startups. Amal El Fallah Seghrouchni, Deputy Minister in charge of Digital Transition, emphasizes that this edition will highlight EdTech, AgriTech, HealthTech, and SportsTech. The event also benefits from the support of the IFC (World Bank), which will actively participate in accelerating the continent's digital transition. With over 1,400 exhibitors from 130 countries, GITEX Africa Morocco 2025 stands as a must-attend showcase for emerging technologies. Join us in Marrakech from April 14 to 16, 2025, to help shape the digital future of Africa.
