GITEX Arfica 2025
SECURE BIG TECH OPPORTUNITIES IN AFRICA’S TRANSFORMATIVE GROWTH. Africa’s tech catalyst where the foundations of Africa’s digital future are built. Global tech leaders, governments, and innovators unite around the technology accelerating Africa’s economic growth.
Today, digital transformation is an indispensable factor in the cooperation among African countries, contributing, in addition to technological development, to economic, social, and political growth in Africa.
It is time for Africa to write a new chapter in its history, where digital innovation will be the main driver of our collective progress.
AFRICA’S TECH MOMENTUM
Africa is experiencing an unprecedented tech boom, with global investors pouring billions into Africa’s digital economy. The continent’s digital infrastructure and AI markets will more than double in value by 2030, outpacing much of the world.
Key indicators of this momentum include:
Digital Economy Growth
Africa’s digital economy is on track to reach $2.9 trillion by 2030. This explosive growth underlines the continent’s role as a digital growth frontier.
Surging AI Adoption
Africa’s AI market is soaring from $4.5 billion in 2025 to an expected $16.5 billion by 2030 (27% CAGR), as AI solutions tackle uniquely African challenges in agriculture, finance, health, and more.
Infrastructure Investments
Investments in data centers, telecom, and cloud are skyrocketing. The African hyperscale data centre market will surge from $6.7billion in 2025 to over $28billion by 2030, supported by the rollout of 5G, cloud services, and enterprise demand.
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Africa’s startup ecosystem is thriving, with VC investments set to exceed $5B in 2025. By 2030, 375 million young professionals enter the workforce. Propel your startup at GITEX AFRICA — connect with 1,000+ tech hubs and pitch to top investors.
