Sentech Africa Tech Week 2025: Pioneering Africa's Digital Transformation
Africa Tech Week is a flagship event focused on unlocking digital transformation across the continent. Hosted by Topco Media in partnership with Sentech, the conference brings together visionaries and innovators to explore how technology can accelerate inclusive economic growth and development in Africa.
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As anticipation builds for the country’s leading technology gathering, Sentech Africa Tech Week 2025 is gearing up to be more thought-provoking, future-focused, and solution-driven than ever before.
The event is set to bring together tech pioneers, global investors, policymakers, and digital disruptors under one roof, setting the stage for critical conversations and innovative demonstrations that will define Africa’s digital transformation journey.
Among this year’s not-to-be-missed highlights is a panel discussion on Gamified Learning: Transforming Skills Development for a Future-Ready Workforce. Panellists include Zaio Institute of Technology co-founder and COO Akhil Boddu, Old Mutual Personal Finance Head of Innovation, Ajen Mothee and Digemy founder and CEO, Kobus Louw.
Education meets innovation in this session on game-based learning. Speakers explore how gamification is equipping Africa’s future workforce with the digital and cognitive skills needed to thrive in tomorrow’s economy.
The fireside chat on the Death of Vanilla Marketing with Adhive Group CEO Yaw Dwomoh, explores the rise of hyper-targeted, insight-led marketing strategies that deliver real results. Learn how The Hive is breaking away from bland and embracing meaningful engagement in the digital age.
The panel discussion on Global Alliances, Local Impact: Strengthening Africa’s Digital Economy Through Strategic Partnerships is a deep dive into how international partnerships are fueling Africa’s tech advancement. This panel uncovers the power of cross-border collaboration in building inclusive, sustainable digital economies.
Panellists include UVU Group CEO, Ian Merrington, Cadena Growth Partners Digital Transformation and CX Leader, Tim Mitchell, Agence Francophone et Africaine de l’Intelligence (AFRIA) VP Maha Jouini, and advisor to the African Union and founder of hu da ta, Lavina Ramkissoon.
At the tech demo, GoSolr unveils The Brain, an AI-powered solar device that’s reshaping energy independence in South Africa. From auto-adaptive systems to real-time efficiency, discover how AI is lighting the way to a smarter, more resilient energy future. Speakers are GoSolr CEO Andrew Middleton, and CTO Dr Patrick Narbel.
Get tickets for Sentech Africa Tech Week, scheduled for June 3 and 4 in Century City, here: https://qkt.io/s4uXiE
Cape Times