TechCabal’s Moonshot Returns to Lagos in October 2024

Technology ecosystem convener, TechCabal has announced the return of its highly anticipated Moonshot by TechCabal conference, taking place on October 9th and 10th, 2024 in Lagos.

This year’s event will focus on the theme “Building for the World,” exploring the challenges and opportunities facing African startups as they venture into global markets.

Moonshot by TechCabal 2024 will bring together over 3,500 delegates, including Africa’s most audacious entrepreneurs, investors, policymakers, and tech leaders from across the globe.

The conference will feature keynote sessions from prominent figures like:

• Dr. Bosun Tijani, Nigerian Minister of Communications, Innovation & Digital
• Elizabeth Polk, Founding Partner at BALA Firm LLP
• Sunil Natraj, CEO of Jumia Nigeria

These leaders will share their insights on scaling African innovation, with a particular focus on navigating the complexities of global expansion.

Beyond its existing five content tracks, Moonshot by TechCabal 2024 will introduce three new tracks designed to address emerging trends and opportunities:

FUEL: The Investor Conference: Connecting investors with promising startups, providing insights into the African investment landscape.
Government & Policy Conference: Facilitating discussions and actionable policy decisions to drive the growth of the digital economy.
Climate Tech: Showcasing the burgeoning climate tech industry in Africa and its potential for global impact.

The conference will also feature new formats, including demos, roundtables, and an expanded investor lounge, providing attendees with valuable networking opportunities and access to crucial insights.

“Africa’s vibrant tech ecosystem is breaking boundaries and redefining what is possible on the global stage,” said Tomiwa Aladekomo, CEO of Big Cabal Media.

“Moonshot by TechCabal 2024 will be a platform for exploring critical questions about the future of African innovation, from building for the world to leveraging policy to enhance the digital economy.”

Anu Adedoyin Adasolum, Co-founder and CEO of Sabi, a headline sponsor of the event, echoed this sentiment stating that this year’s Moonshot conference will spur important ideas for how African technology companies can build and service the global markets.

Moonshot by TechCabal 2024 is set to be a pivotal event for Africa’s tech landscape, fostering collaboration, driving innovation, and showcasing the continent’s growing influence on the global stage.