The Moroccan tech industry is booming, and this year’s GITEX Africa 2024 conference and exhibition is set to take place from 29 to 31 May. This event promises to be bigger and better than its inaugural counterpart, attracting over 35,000 attendees and 900 exhibitors from 128 countries.
European startups should not miss the opportunity to network with professionals, meet potential investors, learn from industry experts, and connect with emerging talent at this event. With a focus on sectors like cloud and IoT, cybersecurity, digital health, future finances, consumer technology, telecoms, and AI, GITEX Africa 2024 provides a platform for entrepreneurs to showcase their innovations.
Despite a global slowdown in venture capital, African tech startups raised $6.5 billion in 2022, marking an impressive 8% increase year-on-year. According to London venture capitalist Breega, the African tech ecosystem is comparable to Europe in the early 2010s. With promising GDP growth forecasts attracting future investments from international players, this event is set to be a game-changer for the Moroccan tech industry.
Added attractions at this year’s event include a startup competition with a $100,000 prize. Certified training courses on topics like generative AI, blockchain development