Egypt will host the first edition of the AI Everything Middle East & Africa (MEA) Summit and Exhibition from February 10-12, 2026. The landmark event, organized by GITEX Global in a strategic partnership with Egypt’s Information Technology Industry Development Agency (ITIDA), will bring together global leaders, investors, and innovators to shape the future of artificial intelligence in the region.
Event Overview and Mission
AI Everything MEA is set to be the premier global tech event in the Middle East and Africa, serving as a strategic platform to exchange expertise, explore investment opportunities, and foster international partnerships. The event’s mission is to highlight the practical applications of AI in vital sectors and support the region’s digital transformation journey. It will bring together decision-makers, major international companies, startups, and experts from over 60 countries.
What Participants Will Experience
The three-day event will feature a comprehensive agenda for all attendees:
- A high-level ministerial summit focused on AI policy.
- An international exhibition showcasing the latest AI solutions and applications.
- Specialized panel discussions covering topics like Large Language Models (LLMs), machine learning, and cloud computing.
- A Global AI Hackathon to stimulate innovation among young talent.
- The Supernova All-Stars, the world’s #1 pitch competition, making its debut in Egypt.
Opportunities for Startups
The summit provides extensive opportunities for startups to connect and scale, including:
- Investor Access: Exclusive matchmaking events connecting founders with over 200 global VCs from the GITEX Global network.
- AI 100 Showcase: A curated program featuring 100 high-potential AI-first startups.
- GITEX ScaleX: A dedicated program for Series B+ scaleups, offering a 6-week market access sprint and board-level networking.
Who Should Attend?
The event is a must-attend for all stakeholders in the technology and AI ecosystem, including:
- Government decision-makers and policymakers.
- C-level executives from global technology corporations.
- Founders of AI startups and scaleups.
- Investors from venture capital funds.
- AI experts, specialists, and researchers.
Event Details and How to Register
Date: February 10–12, 2026.
Location: Cairo, Egypt.
How to Register: Interested attendees, exhibitors, and startups can find more information and register their interest here.
About the Organizers
This event is organized by GITEX Global, a brand of the Dubai World Trade Centre, in a strategic partnership with Egypt’s Information Technology Industry Development Agency (ITIDA).
Dr. Amr Talaat, Egypt’s Minister of Communications and Information Technology, stated, “Egypt’s hosting of AI Everything MEA is a culmination of its prestigious position on the technology map, both regionally and internationally, and reflects the international community’s confidence in its human and technological capabilities.”
Ahmed Al-Zaher, CEO of ITIDA, added, “The launch of AI Everything MEA represents a strategic milestone in our journey to enhance Egypt’s position as a leading regional center for artificial intelligence and innovation.”
