📅 DATE & LOCATION
26–28 April 2027
Marrakech, Morocco
GITEX AFRICA is the continent’s leading technology and startup event, bringing together innovators, investors, governments, businesses and technology leaders from Africa and around the world.
The 2027 edition will mark the 5th anniversary of GITEX AFRICA, under the theme “Accelerating Africa’s Digital Economy in the Age of AI.”
🌍 A MAJOR AFRICAN TECHNOLOGY EVENT
GITEX AFRICA has grown rapidly since its first edition in 2023. The 2027 edition is expected to welcome more than 1,600 exhibitors and startups, 60,000 visitors and buyers, participants from 150+ countries, more than 450 investors and 700 speakers.
The event provides a unique platform for international technology companies and African businesses to connect, develop partnerships and explore new markets.
🤖 AI AT THE HEART OF THE EVENT
Artificial intelligence will be a central theme throughout GITEX AFRICA 2027.
The event will explore how AI is transforming businesses, public services and economies across the continent, while addressing key issues such as data, cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, digital transformation and the development of Africa’s technology ecosystem.
🚀 STARTUPS, INVESTORS & INNOVATION
GITEX AFRICA places strong emphasis on startups and investment through North Star Africa, bringing together emerging companies, investors and technology partners.
The 2026 edition brought together more than 700–800 startups and 400 investors, representing investors managing more than $390 billion in assets, and generated over 4,600 business meetings.
The 2027 edition is expected to further strengthen these connections and create opportunities for investment, partnerships and international expansion.
🏙️ TECHNOLOGY ACROSS KEY INDUSTRIES
GITEX AFRICA brings together a broad range of technology sectors, including Artificial Intelligence, Cloud, IoT, Cybersecurity, Digital Cities, Future of Work, Banking & Finance, Robotics & Manufacturing, Mobility, Connectivity and Smart Infrastructure.
The event also places a strong focus on energy, data centres and digital infrastructure, reflecting the growing importance of these sectors to Africa’s digital transformation.
⚡ DIGITAL INFRASTRUCTURE, ENERGY & DATA CENTRES
Africa’s digital economy is driving significant demand for data centres, connectivity and reliable energy infrastructure.
The African hyperscale data centre market is projected to grow from approximately $6.7 billion to $28 billion by 2030. Morocco is also positioning itself as a major hub for renewable energy, green hydrogen, digital infrastructure and large-scale investment.
These developments create new opportunities for technology providers, investors and businesses looking to participate in Africa’s rapidly expanding digital economy.
🇲🇦 WHY MARRAKECH?
Marrakech, Morocco provides an international setting for bringing together African and global technology ecosystems.
Morocco is investing heavily in major projects across energy, transport, aerospace, ports, manufacturing and digital infrastructure, creating an increasingly connected environment for technology and innovation.
GITEX AFRICA offers international companies an opportunity to engage with this dynamic market while building relationships across the wider African continent.
🎯 A PLATFORM FOR BUSINESS & PARTNERSHIPS
Beyond conferences and exhibitions, GITEX AFRICA is designed as a business platform where companies, investors, startups, governments and technology leaders can meet, exchange ideas and develop new partnerships.
With its strong international participation and focus on emerging technologies, the event provides a strategic meeting point for organisations seeking to understand and participate in Africa’s digital transformation.
📌 KEY INFORMATION
Event: GITEX AFRICA 2027
Dates: 26–28 April 2027
Location: Marrakech, Morocco
Theme: Accelerating Africa’s Digital Economy in the Age of AI
Edition: 5th Anniversary Edition
Organizer
KAOUN International is the independent events company and wholly-owned subsidiary of the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), created to organize and manage events on an international scale. Derived from the Arabic word for “universe”, KAOUN International’s mission is to “create unlimited connections” for the industries and markets in which it operates. Created to build on the 40-year heritage of DWTC’s event management business and generate future opportunities in the MICE sector in the MENASA region. KAOUN International delivers groundbreaking live experiences that build strong business relationships, create opportunities and drive economic growth, leveraging DWTC’s extensive portfolio of commercial and consumer events spanning several sectors, including technology, food and hospitality, sustainability, broadcast and satellite, automotive. The company is also active in the areas of talent development and water-based leisure.
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