Global Africa Tech 2026 is a pan-African summit set to take place in Algiers, Algeria, from March 28-30, 2026. This high-level gathering is designed for technology leaders, policymakers, investors, and innovators focused on shaping the future of Africa’s digital sovereignty and telecommunications infrastructure.
Event Details
- What: A Pan-African Summit on Digital Sovereignty and Telecommunications
- When: March 28-30, 2026
- Where: International Conference Center (CIC), Algiers, Algeria
- Focus Areas: Digital Sovereignty, Telecommunications Infrastructure, Public Policy, Investment, and Innovation
About The Event
Global Africa Tech 2026 is positioned as a strategic convergence space, not just a trade fair. Held under the High Patronage of the President of Algeria, the summit aims to unite over 5,000 participants from 45 countries to create a unified vision for Africa’s technological autonomy. The core mission is to align public policy, infrastructure strategy, investment, and innovation to ensure African control over its networks, data flows, and digital future in an era of increasing geopolitical competition.
What to Expect
- Strategic Dialogues: High-level plenaries, panels, and roundtables featuring ministers and industry leaders on topics like policy harmonization and digital sovereignty.
- Investment Forums: Dedicated sessions exploring financing models and strategic investment opportunities in continental connectivity infrastructure.
- Innovation Showcases: A platform for African tech companies to present cutting-edge solutions in connectivity and digital transformation.
- Thematic Deep Dives: A three-day program structured around the pillars of LAND (fiber, data centers), AIR/SPACE (5G, satellites), and SEA (submarine cables, smart ports).
- High-Level Networking: Opportunities to connect with policymakers, telecom executives, investors, and innovators from across the continent and beyond.
A Unified Architecture for Africa’s Digital Future
The summit’s agenda is structured around four interdependent connectivity pillars, providing a holistic approach to Africa’s digital ecosystem:
- AIR & SPACE: Focusing on the development of African communication satellites, 5G, and autonomous connectivity systems.
- SEA: Addressing the security and resilience of submarine cables, smart ports, and Africa’s role in global data circulation.
- LAND: Centered on pan-African fiber optic corridors, regional data centers, and inclusive broadband connectivity.
- SPACE (Strategic Convergence): Aimed at integrating all infrastructures for long-term continental digital sovereignty.
Featured Speakers
- Mr. Sid Ali Zerrouki: Minister of Post and Telecommunications, Algeria
- Hassanein Hiridjee: CEO, AXIAN Groupe
- Lacina Koné: Director General and CEO, Smart Africa
- Yasser Alsaied: President & Co-Founder, Facilis.ai
- Claude Isaac: Former Minister of Digital Economy and Postal Services, Côte d’Ivoire
How to Attend
Be part of the conversation shaping Africa’s technological future. Registration is open for attendees, exhibitors, and partners. You can register for the event via the official website.
About The Organizers
Global Africa Tech 2026 is organized by the Ministry of Post and Telecommunications of the People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria and Algeria Telecom.
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