People's Democratic Republic of Algeria

Under the High Patronage of the President of the Republic

Organized by the Ministry of Post and Telecommunications and Algeria Telecom
&

Global Africa Tech

All Networks,

One Convergence.

The Pan-African Summit Shaping the Future of Digital Sovereignty.

March 28-30, 2026 • CIC - Algiers

5,000+

Participants

45

Countries

80

Exhibitors

Mark Your Calendar

The Countdown Begins

Join Africa's most influential gathering of technology leaders and policymakers.

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Hours
Minutes
Seconds
Date

March 28-30, 2026

Venue

International Conference Center (CIC)

Location

Algiers, Algeria

Why Global Africa Tech?

Why This Summit Matters

Telecommunications have become a strategic sovereignty issue for Africa.

In a global context shaped by technological competition, geopolitical tensions, and increasing digital dependency, Africa must control its networks, secure its infrastructure, and protect its data flows.

Global Africa Tech 2026, held under the High Patronage of the President of the Republic and led by the Ministry of Post and Telecommunications, provides a continental, institutional platform to align public policy, infrastructure strategy, investment, and innovation around a shared African vision.

This summit is not a trade fair.
It is not a purely technical conference.
It is a strategic convergence space, designed to accelerate Africa's digital sovereignty and long-term technological autonomy.
Digital Sovereignty

African control over networks, infrastructure, and data flows

Institutional Platform

Aligning public policy, infrastructure, investment, and innovation

Strategic Convergence

Accelerating Africa's long-term technological autonomy

Continental Vision

A shared African approach to telecommunications and connectivity

A Unified Architecture for Africa's Digital Future

Global Africa Tech 2026 adopts a holistic approach to telecommunications, structured around four interdependent connectivity pillars.

Air & Space Connectivity

Africa in the air and in orbit.

AIR
ALL NETWORKS

ONE CONVERGENCE

28-30
MARCH 2028

CIC ALGIERS

SEA
ALL NETWORKS

ONE CONVERGENCE

28-30
MARCH 2028

CIC ALGIERS

Maritime Infrastructure & Security

Protecting Africa's digital lifelines.

Terrestrial Sovereignty

Connecting territories. Mastering networks.

LAND
ALL NETWORKS

ONE CONVERGENCE

28-30
MARCH 2028

CIC ALGIERS

SPACE
ALL NETWORKS

ONE CONVERGENCE

28-30
MARCH 2028

CIC ALGIERS

Strategic Convergence

Toward Earth–Air–Sea–Space integration.

WHO ATTENDS?

A High-Level Continental Gathering

Global Africa Tech 2026 convenes decision-makers and experts from across Africa and beyond:
50
Ministers and decision makers

Telecommunications & ICT

10
Institutions

Continental & International

5
Financial Institutions

Development Partners

150
International Experts

Telecom, AI & Space

5,000+
Participants

Africa & Global partners

80
Exhibitors

Operators & Innovators

Featured Speakers

The world's foremost voices in telecommunications, technology, and digital leadership.

Mr. Sid Ali Zerrouki

Minister of Post and Telecommunications
Algeria
Opening Keynote

Hassanein Hiridjee

CEO AXIAN Groupe
AXIAN Groupe
Digital Transformation

Dr. Vida Hamad

Head of Public Policy, Maghreb Region &Sudan
Meta
Expert

Yasser Alsaied

President & Co-Founder, Senior Executive Partner, Specialists for Advanced
Facilis.ai, Amazon & Qualcomm
Expert

Mr. John OMO

Secretary General
ATU (African Telecom. Union)
Continental Connectivity

Lacina Koné

Director General and Chief Executive Officer
Smart Africa
Government advisor & Policy maker

Our Sponsors

Trusted By Industry Leaders

Three-Day Journey

From terrestrial networks to orbital sovereignty, explore Africa's complete telecommunications ecosystem.

Day 1 - March 28, 2026

Backbone, Fiber, Data Centers, Rural Connectivity

Theme: LAND
09:00 - 10:30
Plenary
Main Hall
Opening Ceremony & Keynote Address

Continental leadership addresses the future of African connectivity and digital sovereignty.

11:00 - 12:30
Panel
Conference Room A
Policy Harmonization Panel

Ministers and policymakers discuss regulatory alignment and continental policy frameworks.

14:00 - 15:30
Forum
Conference Room B
Infrastructure Investment Forum

Exploring financing models and strategic investments in continental connectivity infrastructure.

16:00 - 17:30
Roundtable
Main Hall
Digital Sovereignty Roundtable

High-level discussion on data governance, cybersecurity, and technological independence.

Day 2 - March 29, 2026

5G, Operators, Satellites, Autonomous Systems

Theme: AIR / SPACE
09:00 - 10:30
Technical Session
Conference Room A
5G & Next-Generation Networks

Telecom executives and technology leaders discuss deployment strategies and continental rollout.

11:00 - 12:30
Panel
Main Hall
Cross-Border Connectivity

Addressing challenges and opportunities in connecting African nations through unified infrastructure.

14:00 - 15:30
Showcase
Exhibition Hall
Innovation Showcase

African tech companies present cutting-edge solutions in connectivity and digital transformation.

16:00 - 17:30
Networking
Conference Room B
Investment & Partnership Opportunities

Facilitating strategic partnerships and investment discussions between stakeholders.

Day 3 - March 30, 2026

Submarine Cables, Smart Ports, Integrated Corridors

Theme: SEA
09:00 - 10:30
Panel
Conference Room A
Smart Cities & Digital Transformation

Exploring how African cities are leveraging technology for sustainable development.

11:00 - 12:30
Workshop
Conference Room B
Youth & Digital Inclusion

Ensuring the next generation is equipped with skills and opportunities in the digital economy.

14:00 - 15:30
Plenary
Main Hall
Closing Plenary: Continental Action Plan

Synthesizing summit outcomes and establishing commitments for continental advancement.

16:00 - 17:30
Ceremony
Main Hall
Closing Ceremony

Final remarks and celebration of continental unity and technological progress.

Strategic Alliances

Institutional Partners

Collaborating with leading continental and international organizations for Africa's digital future.

ITU
African Space Agency
AFRICAIN SPACE AGENCY
AFBAN- Africain Federation of Business Angerls
ATU- Africain Telecommunication Union
African Union Development Agency
ASAL- Agence Spatiale Algérienne

Amplification & Outreach

Media Partners

Partnering with influential media platforms to amplify conversations and showcase Africa’s digital transformation.

1tik
AL24 News
Public Establishment of Television
Echorouk TV
Africa news
Anep - Entreprise Nationale de Communication, d’Édition et de Publicité
Join Us in Algiers
Be part of the conversation that will shape Africa's technological future.

Join 5,000+ participants from 45 countries for three days of strategic dialogue, policy discussions, and innovation showcases. Connect with continental leaders, explore investment opportunities, and contribute to Africa's digital transformation.

28-30

March 2026

CIC

Algiers

3

Days