Ahmed Samir Saleh is an Egyptian politician currently serving as the Minister of Industry and Trade. Previously, he was a member of the Egyptian Parliament from 2016 to 2022 and also holds the position of Chairman of the Chilean-Egyptian Parliamentary Friendship Group. Saleh earned a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering in 1996. Before his political …
Yaliwe Soko is a trailblazing figure in the Blockchain and Web 3 space, renowned globally for her leadership and impact. As the Chairwoman of the United Africa Blockchain Association (UABA) and the Founder of TechCon. She has earned numerous accolades and distinctions for her contributions to the field. At the forefront of her initiatives is the …
Oswald Osaretin Guobadia is a prominent figure in Africa’s digital realm, serving as the Managing Partner at DigitA, where he stands as one of the continent’s leading Digital Evangelists. With nearly thirty years of comprehensive experience, Oswald is recognized as a seasoned Business Transformation Expert. He specializes in guiding organizations across the public, private, and …
Mamadou K. Keita stands as a dedicated machine learning researcher committed to advancing technology in Africa, with a particular focus on developing resources for African languages and cultures. He spearheads the Feriji project, an innovative endeavor aimed at creating a comprehensive dataset, translation model, and spell checker for the Zarma language. This pioneering initiative marks …
Lola Aworanti-Ekugo is a seasoned technology and innovation expert, boasting nearly two decades of global industry experience. Renowned for her transformative leadership, she has played instrumental roles in guiding organizations towards an innovative and sustainable future through the strategic application of technology. Lola’s distinguished career has seen her hold key positions across Europe and Africa, …
Kwame Opoku is a prominent figure in the realm of Strategic Foresight Analysis, Trends & Forecasting, and is recognized as one of the foremost Innovation Consultants across the African Continent. As a Futurist and Global Keynote Speaker, he brings insights into emerging trends and technologies. Beyond his expertise in shaping the future landscape, Kwame is …
Fred Swaniker is the visionary Founder & CEO of Sand Technologies, a prominent global technology services firm dedicated to educating and upskilling high-technology leaders. With delivery centers spanning the Americas, Europe, and Africa, Sand Technologies offers a comprehensive suite of services encompassing enterprise AI, data science, software engineering, and IoT, enabling clients to navigate and …
Femi Osinubi serves as the Consulting and Risk Leader & Technology Disruption Leader for PwC West Africa, spearheading tech advisory initiatives, including Data and AI, and overseeing all non-audit/tax facets of PwC’s operations. With over 25 years of combined assurance and consulting experience, Femi has cultivated a deep expertise in delivering technology and digital projects, …
Professor Alistair Mokoena is a distinguished marketing, media, advertising, and technology expert with a remarkable academic background, holding a PhD in Business Administration, an MBA, and a Chartered Marketer qualification. With over 25 years of corporate experience spanning various industries, including FMCG, banking, media, and technology, he brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to …
Betelhem Dessie is an Ethiopian developer specializing in web and mobile technologies. Currently serving as the Founder and CEO of iCog- Anyone Can Code (ACC), She holds ownership of four patented projects individually and an additional three in collaboration. Recognized as “The youngest pioneer in Ethiopia’s rapidly emerging tech scene” by CNN, Betelhem’s achievements underscore …