ITW Africa returns as a fully integrated platform uniting connectivity, data centres, energy and investment - built to turn conversations into deals.

What awaits you

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Digital Infrastructure Investment Day

7 September 2026 | 9:30 - 17:00
Location: Mount Elgon Ballroom (3)
By Invitation Only

A dedicated programme exploring digital infrastructure financing across emerging African markets, connecting capital and project leaders to move deals to financial close.

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InfraXchange Summit

8 September 2026 | 11:00 - 17:15
Location: Mount Elgon Ballroom (3)

Exploring mobile infrastructure models and integration - bringing TowerCos, MNOs and ecosystem partners together to enable faster, smarter network expansion.

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Startup & Skills Hub

8 - 10 September 2026

Exploring how startups, corporates and universities are accelerating innovation, AI adoption and workforce development across Africa's digital infrastructure ecosystem.

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Regional Africa Workshops

9 September 2026

Three focused sessions exploring how East, West and North Africa are scaling digital infrastructure, from fibre and subsea connectivity to data centre investment, power partnerships and cross-regional digital corridors.

Digital Infrastructure Energy Summit

9 September 2026 | 9:00 - 13:00
Location: Mount Elgon Ballroom (1-2)

Focused sessions exploring hybrid energy models, grid resilience and sustainable infrastructure for data centres.
 

Connecting Africa Fibre Summit

9 September 2026 | 9:00 - 13:00
Location: Mount Kenya Ballroom (2-3)

A clear‑sighted look at fibre deployment economics and regulation across Sub‑Saharan Africa, helping operators, regulators and investors to identify profitable opportunities, shape enabling policy and unlock faster network expansion.

Mobile Access & Digital Services Summit

9 September 2026 | 14:15 - 17:00
Location: Mount Kenya Ballroom (2-3)

A snapshot of how mobile connectivity drives fintech, identity and digital services across Africa’s mobile‑first economy, helping MNOs, MVNOs and service providers unlock revenue and expand inclusion.

Voice & Messaging Summit

10 September 2026 | 9:05 - 13:00
Location: Mount Kenya Ballroom (2-3)

A clear‑sighted look at fibre deployment economics and regulation across Sub‑Saharan Africa, helping operators, regulators and investors to identify profitable opportunities, shape enabling policy and unlock faster network expansion.