GITEX Africa 2027:
The Largest Tech and Startup Exhibition on the African Continent
GITEX Africa is Africa’s largest event, bringing together tech giants, government bodies, startups, investors and leading experts from around the world. The exhibition serves as the main catalyst for collaboration, investment and digital development in the region.
The main theme for 2027 (marking the project’s 5th anniversary) is “Accelerating Africa’s Digital Economy in the Age of Artificial Intelligence.”
Главная тема 2027 года (в честь 5-летнего юбилея проекта) — «Ускорение развития цифровой экономики Африки в эпоху искусственного интеллекта»
Key Features
Africa's largest technology exhibition:
GITEX Africa takes place in Marrakech under the patronage of Morocco’s Ministry of Digital Transition and Administrative Reform. It is organized by the Digital Development Agency (ADD) of Morocco and KAOUN International, a division of the Dubai World Trade Centre. The 2027 edition will mark the event's fifth year.
Scale:
In 2026, GITEX Africa brought together over 1,450 exhibitors and startups from more than 145 countries under the theme "Developing Africa's Digital Economy in the Age of Artificial Intelligence."
A large-scale mix of formats:
— Expo — an exhibition area for technology corporations, government agencies, startups, and national pavilions;
— Conference — speeches by ministers, heads of corporations, and experts from Africa and around the world;
— The startup program features competitions, pitch sessions, and an Investor Lounge with one-on-one meetings.
Main sectors:
artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, fintech, digital cities, connectivity and 5G, agritech, mobility and smart infrastructure.
All of Africa in one place:
participants and delegations from Morocco, Nigeria, Egypt, Kenya, South Africa, Ghana, Senegal, and other countries on the continent, as well as from the Middle East and Europe.
Entering a market with a population of 2.5 billion people: Morocco is a bridge between Africa, Europe, and the Middle East, with direct access to the EMEA region.
Direct contact with government clients: The exhibition is held with the support of the Moroccan government and involves ministries and digital agencies from African countries that are implementing national programs for digitalization and the adoption of AI and 5G.
Fast-growing market: Morocco has climbed 14 places in the 2025 Government AI Readiness Index and is rolling out a 5G network; demand for digital solutions is growing across the continent.
Business meetings and investments: Pre-arranged one-on-one meetings with investors, corporations, and partners as part of the Investor Lounge and business program.
GITEX power: participation under the brand of the world’s largest technology exhibition and access to its global network of partners, buyers, and media.
Convenient entry for companies from the CIS: Visa-free regime with Morocco for Russian citizens.
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