About this expo
AfricaCom serves as the central connectivity and communications event within the broader Africa Tech Festival, focusing on telecoms, connectivity, and digital infrastructure. This annual gathering brings together key players in mobile communications, broadband connectivity, and satellite communications, alongside broader themes like AI, cybersecurity, data centers, startups, and digital transformation. The event is held at the Cape Town International Convention Centre, providing a dedicated platform for industry advancements.
Exhibitors at AfricaCom can leverage the event to generate leads, forge partnerships, close deals, and showcase their latest solutions across various sectors, including telecoms, AI, data centers, cybersecurity, and enterprise innovation. The platform is designed to boost brand reputation through extensive media coverage and pan-African reach. Exhibitor benefits include curated introductions, intelligent matchmaking, and high-intent engagement touchpoints, alongside opportunities for brand visibility through onsite branding and sponsorship.
The event targets a diverse audience of operators, technology providers, investors, and decision-makers focused on mobile, broadband, satellite, and digital infrastructure across Africa. Specific attendees include telecom operators, technology vendors, enterprise leaders, startups, investors, regulators, and C-suite executives. Concurrent programs and stages, such as the AfricaCom Main Stage, Telcos of Tomorrow, Connectivity, Data Centres Africa, and AfricaCom Centre Stage, enrich the experience. Africa Tech Festival also incorporates AfricaTech, AfricaIgnite, and The AI Summit Cape Town, offering a comprehensive industry overview.
Highlights
5 items- AUMA listed
- Held annually at the Cape Town International Convention Centre
- Africa Tech Festival recorded 10,000+ attendees (2025)
- AfricaCom attracted over 12,000 business leaders (2024)
- Part of Africa Tech Festival, incorporating AfricaTech, AfricaIgnite, and The AI Summit Cape Town
FAQ
5 questionsWhen and where does AfricaCom (within Africa Tech Festival) take place?+
It takes place from 2026-11-17 to 2026-11-19 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre in Cape Town, South Africa. VIP & Partner Events are from 2026-11-16 to 2026-11-19.
Who organizes AfricaCom (within Africa Tech Festival)?+
The event is organized by Informa Telecoms & Media Group, also referred to as Informa Group.
What industries and products are covered at AfricaCom (within Africa Tech Festival)?+
The event focuses on telecoms, connectivity, and digital infrastructure, specifically mobile communications, broadband connectivity, and satellite communications. As part of the broader Africa Tech Festival, it also covers Data Centres, AI, Cybersecurity, Startups, and Digital Transformation.
How can I attend or exhibit at AfricaCom (within Africa Tech Festival)?+
Interested parties can register their interest for 2026 or book passes. Information on partnership and exhibition packages is available via a downloadable brochure. Free expo access and paid conference access are options for 2027.
How can I get more information about AfricaCom (within Africa Tech Festival)?+
General enquiries can be directed to info@africatechfestival.com. For exhibition and sponsorship opportunities, contact james.bull@informa.com. Speaking opportunities can be addressed to james.williams@informa.com.
