TechCabal, a leading technology ecosystem convener, has announced the second annual Moonshot by TechCabal conference. The event will take place on October 9-10, 2024, at the Eko Convention Centre in Lagos, Nigeria.
The conference aims to bring together Africa’s most ambitious entrepreneurs, operators, regulators, investors, and students, along with a global audience. Attendees will hear from tech leaders such as Dr. Bosun Tijani (Nigerian Minister of Communications, Innovation & Digital), Elizabeth Polk (Founding Partner at BALA Firm LLP), and Sunil Natraj (CEO of Jumia Nigeria), who will share insights on scaling African innovation.
This year’s theme, “Building for the World,” addresses the challenges and opportunities African founders and operators face as they expand globally. Over 3,500 delegates will gain practical insights from experienced global and African business leaders on building world-class ventures in various sectors, including fintech, commerce, renewable energy, climate change, tech policy, AI, telco, and cloud.
Moonshot 2024 is introducing three additional content tracks to the existing five tracks from last year: The Future of Commerce, Big Tech & Enterprise, Emerging Tech Fest, Startup Festival, and Creative Economy. The new tracks are:
FUEL: The Investor Conference – Understanding the investment landscape in Nigeria and Africa, and connecting with investors and high-quality startups.
Government & Policy Conference – Bringing together ministers and their representatives from across the continent to discuss and agree on concrete policy actions that will drive the growth of the digital economy and foster trust and collaboration.
Climate Tech – Focusing on Africa’s fast-growing climate tech industry and its opportunities.
The conference will feature new formats, including demos and roundtables showcasing innovative technology tackling critical challenges. Attendees can also look forward to more investor engagement with sessions in the investor lounge and a dedicated area for startup pitches.
Expanded networking opportunities will be available through various social events, mixers, and off-conference gatherings designed to foster meaningful connections and collaborations.
Tomiwa Aladekomo, CEO of Big Cabal Media, said, “Africa’s vibrant tech ecosystem is breaking boundaries and redefining what is possible on the global stage. We’re eager to see the great impact of this gathering, where the continent’s most audacious minds and global actors will come together to drive the African tech ecosystem forward.”
Muyiwa Olowogboyega, Editor-in-Chief of TechCabal, stated, “As African startups continue to expand globally, Moonshot is our way of bringing the ecosystem together to confront the complexities of global expansion. We are committed to presenting practical takeaways that will enable other players in the ecosystem to follow suit.”
Anu Adedoyin Adasolum, Co-founder and CEO of Sabi, said, “This year’s Moonshot conference will undoubtedly spur important ideas for how African technology companies can build and service the global markets.”
The event is sponsored by various organizations and is open to global and African VC investors, startup founders, top tech CEOs, industry professionals, students, and tech support organizations.
