The Digital Africa Conference and Exhibition returns to Abuja on October 28 and 29, 2025, for its 13th edition. The event, themed “Sovereign Intelligence: Africa’s Voice in the Global AI Order,” will gather Africa’s top policymakers, corporate leaders, and innovators to discuss the continent’s role in the evolving global AI landscape.

Organized by the Digital Africa Group, the conference blends a formal program with a vibrant exhibition floor. Attendees can expect keynote speeches, panel debates, startup pitches, workshops, and live demos. The trade show format allows governments, enterprises, and vendors to present real-world digital solutions to regional challenges.

Organizers and partners describe Digital Africa as a critical platform for discussing digital sovereignty, AI governance, and the economics of data. According to ICT Business Week, it is designed to connect decision-makers, regulators, and industry players who are shaping Africa’s digital policy and innovation agenda.

Confirmed speakers include government officials, technology executives, academics, and startup founders. Sessions will cover topics such as national AI strategies, data protection, infrastructure development, and AI applications in health, finance, and logistics.

Registration is open via standard event channels, including Eventbrite. Delegates can choose between exhibitor booths, sponsorship packages, or general passes. Organizers advise early registration due to strong demand and limited space. The conference will feature dedicated demo zones and meeting spaces within central Abuja’s exhibition halls.

For attendees, preparation is key. If you represent a startup, bring a product demo. If you work in policy or enterprise IT, set partnership meetings early. Expect tight security and heavy traffic around the venue.

Storylines to watch include government announcements on AI policy, major tech partnerships, and product launches. Analysts recommend focusing on measurable outcomes such as funding deals and commercial deployments rather than promotional showcases.

Digital Africa 2025 positions itself as a landmark event for the region’s digital future. It connects Africa’s vision for AI and data governance with global trends, creating a meeting point for collaboration, policy influence, and innovation across the continent.