Day One - Foundations for Africa's Digital Transformation
Registration
Check-in, collect event materials, and network before the sessions begin.
Opening Remarks
A warm welcome and an overview of the summit’s key themes and objectives.
Keynote Address
A deep dive into Africa’s evolving legal tech landscape, highlighting innovations and challenges.
Fireside Chat: Policy and Government - Shaping Africa’s Digital Future
A discussion on the role of government policies, regulation, and strategic partnerships in accelerating digital transformation across Africa.
Panel 1: Unlocking AfCFTA's Potential: E-commerce as a Catalyst for African Trade
This panel delves into the pivotal role of e-commerce and digital trade in advancing AfCFTA's vision to accelerate intra-African trade and boost Africa’s trading position in the global market. It will explore how harmonized policies can strengthen Africa’s common voice and position e-commerce as a catalyst for innovation, inclusivity, and socio-economic growth.
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Panel 2: Data Frameworks: Innovative Approaches to Africa’s Big Data Challenge
This panel explores the critical role of data in the digital age and how to enhance Africa’s data strategy, focusing on data acquisition, data sovereignty, and secure cross-border data flows. The panel will highlight existing data governance frameworks and identify best practices that can be replicated to drive innovation on the continent.
Lunch
A chance to relax, recharge, and connect with fellow attendees over lunch.
Industry Insights: Developing Future Lawyers and Policymakers: Capacity Building in a Digital Age
Panel 3: Developing Future Lawyers and Policymakers: Capacity Building in a Digital Age
This panel will address the critical gap between traditional education and training and the current demands on lawyers and policymakers in a digital age. It will explore the need for experiential learning, interdisciplinary approaches, and an appreciation of technical expertise to position lawyers and policymakers to effectively partner with industry to address emerging technology's evolving challenges and risks.
Panel 4: Building Sustainable Ventures - Fostering Innovation & Investment in African Startups
This panel will explore how to harness innovation to build resilient ventures and the role of the startup ecosystem in achieving Africa’s socio-economic goals. Experts will share insights on how supportive and inclusive policies that enable access to capital, multi-stakeholder collaboration, and talent development can shape thriving ecosystems that ensure the long-term sustainability of African startups and SMEs.
Closing Remarks
A summary of key insights from Day 1, highlighting the key takeaways for the next sessions.
Networking Session
An opportunity to engage with speakers, industry leaders, and fellow attendees.
Day Two - Navigating the Digital Landscape
Recap of Day 1 and setting the tone for Day 2
A quick recap of Day 1 highlights and an introduction to the key discussions of the day.
Panel 1: AI for Sustainable Growth - Navigating Ethical and Legal Challenges in Africa
This session will explore the ethical and legal challenges with the development, deployment and use of AI in Africa. It will discuss implementing a people-centered AI strategy that upholds human rights, safeguards cultural norms, and promotes social justice. Panelists will share their perspectives on the legal and regulatory interventions required at the national and continental levels to drive positive outcomes that harness tangible opportunities while managing risks.
Panel 2: Rethinking Financial Inclusion - Digital Solutions to Enhance Access to Finance
This session will explore how digital innovations and emerging technologies reshape financial inclusion across Africa. The session will share insights on how fintech and mobile banking break down barriers, offer new opportunities for underserved communities, and transform how people access and manage financial services.
Tilah Africa Launch
Coffee Break
Parallel Session
▶ Workshop
▶ The Bouquet Experience: B2B Matchmaking, Founders Vs Technical Service Providers.
Lunch
Industry Insights: Digital Health in Africa: Transforming Healthcare Access and Delivery.
Panel 3: Digital Health in Africa: Transforming Healthcare Access and Delivery
This panel will examine how digital technologies are reshaping healthcare, transforming disease monitoring, and enhancing access to health in Africa. It will delve into practical solutions for strengthening healthcare systems and discuss the role of enabling regulatory
frameworks in ensuring proactive public health responses.
Panel 4: Green Tech and Digital Infrastructure: Powering a Sustainable Future for Africa
This panel explores the intersection of digitization and climate change in Africa, identifying advancements in clean energy technologies that mitigate the adverse impact of climate change, the potential of renewable energy to support digital transformation, and the rise of green data centers that promote environmental stewardship.