The 15th annual CIO100 Symposium and Awards, organized by dx⁵ (formerly CIO Africa), will bring together the leading tech players in Africa from November 22–24 in Diani, Kenya.
The event will celebrate and award the best performers in technology platforms, companies, startups, government corporations, and county governments.
The shortlist for the CIO100 Awards, released by dx⁵ earlier this year, features companies such as British American Tobacco (BAT) Nigeria, Kenya Tea Development Agency (KTDA), and Sarova Hotels & Resorts.
The winners will be announced at a Gala dinner on the last day of the event.
Meet the Pioneers of Tech Excellence! Out of 600 incredible nominations,we’re thrilled to unveil the first 40 companies out of the 140 who have made it to the CIO100Awards shortlist! These innovators from 10 African countries have harnessed tech to drive remarkable business value pic.twitter.com/bVZbr2Yn7o
— dx5ve (Formerly CIO Africa) (@dx5ve) October 16, 2023
The symposium will also feature keynote speakers from the State Department of ICT & Digital Economy, Konza Technopolis, and other prominent tech organizations. They will share their insights on digital transformation, technological disruptions, and the opportunities and challenges for Africa in the digital era.
The agenda will also include Special Interest Group (SIG) sessions, where experts will lead discussions on topics such as IT project management, artificial intelligence (AI), and resilient IT infrastructures.
Harry Hare, the co-founder and chairman of dx⁵, said that the event is not only a celebration but also a testament to the spirit of innovation that drives Africa. He thanked the sponsors for their support and commitment to fostering innovation and business success on the continent.
Vincent Milewa, the Managing Director at DownToEarth Technologies (DTE), said that the event has been the greatest tech gathering on the continent for the past five years. He said that he has made valuable contacts and partnerships at the event that have enabled him to offer tech solutions to various companies in Africa.
Michael Michie, the co-founder of Everse Technology Africa and an AI expert, said that people should not be afraid of new technologies like AI but rather embrace them as tools to enhance their productivity and create more opportunities.
He said that AI will not take over jobs but rather help create more jobs and solve problems in the continent.
