2026 TICON Africa Conference
Powering Africa’s Digital Rise
23-25 September 2026
24-26 September 2026
Livingstone, Zambia
Livingstone, Zambia
In partnership with the
ICT Association of Zambia
This Year There Are Two Ways to Experience the
2026 TICON Africa Conference
TICON Africa 2026 features two tracks: the conference track for ICT leaders to connect, learn, and collaborate, and the research track for academics and experts to share insights and shape Africa’s digital future:
Conference Track
The TICON Africa Conference returns for its fourth edition in Livingstone, Zambia. Over three days at the Avani Victoria Falls Resort, delegates gain access to top speakers, hands-on workshops, live demos, and unmatched networking – fueling digital innovation and collaboration across Africa.
Learn more about the conference on this page.
Research Track
The TICON Africa Research Track invites researchers, academics, and industry experts to submit papers that advance knowledge and innovation in Africa’s tech sector. Covering five focus areas, this track aims to foster true, research-driven impact across the continent.
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TICON Africa
Conference 2026
TICON Africa Conference 2026
in Zambia
The TICON Africa Conference returns in 2026 for its fourth iteration, this time in the vibrant city of Livingstone, Zambia, in proud partnership with the ICT Association of Zambia (ICTAZ).
Hosted at the world-famous Avani Victoria Falls Resort, steps from the iconic landmark itself, the conference will welcome the continent’s top ICT leaders, builders, and change-makers as they convene for high-impact conversations, collaboration, and connection.
Expect 3 days of cutting-edge keynotes, practical workshops, live demos, policy dialogue, and networking designed to accelerate digital adoption and partnership across Africa’s ICT ecosystem.
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2026 TICON Africa Conference Theme:
Africa Rising:
Converting Strengths into Global Impact with ICT
Powered by our Subthemes:
1. Digitising Africa’s Resources & Energy for Sustainability and Growth
AI, IoT, blockchain, and data-driven intelligence are redefining how Africa manages its natural wealth. This theme explores how technology can optimise mining operations, modernise national energy grids, secure water systems, and strengthen environmental compliance, driving both economic stability and sustainable development.
2. Africa’s Digital Workforce: Skills, Jobs, and Women’s Leadership
With Africa set to become the world’s largest labour force, the continent’s competitive edge will depend on digital skills and inclusive leadership pipelines. This sub-theme examines workforce development, youth readiness, and the central role of women in shaping Africa’s rise as a globally competitive tech-ready continent.
3. Data Protection, Privacy & Cross-Border Digital Trade Compliance
Africa’s digital economy cannot scale without trust. This theme focuses on harmonising data laws, safeguarding citizens’ privacy, and strengthening digital rights while enabling secure cross-border digital trade and unlocking Africa’s potential as a unified digital marketplace.
4. Cybersecurity, E-Government & Trusted Digital Public Services
Strong digital nations require secure public infrastructure, resilient cybersecurity, and citizen-centric service delivery. This sub-theme explores e-government transformation, secure identity systems, digital trust frameworks, and the future of public-sector ICT leadership across Africa.
Three Conferences.
One United Movement.
The launch marks the build-up to:
TICON Africa Conference
Driving Africa’s digital and ICT leadership agenda to empower future innovators
Taking place 23–25 September 2026, these jointly hosted conferences will create an unprecedented convergence of Africa’s leadership ecosystems.
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2026 TICON Africa Conference
Livingstone
Innovation at the Edge of Wonder
Welcome to Livingstone, Zambia’s adventure capital and one of Africa’s most iconic destinations. For the 2026 TICON Africa Conference, delegates will gather at the world-renowned Avani Victoria Falls Resort, just a stone’s throw from the thunderous beauty of Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World.
Whether you’re attending sessions, networking outdoors, or taking moments to explore the extraordinary surroundings, Livingstone promises a conference atmosphere that is energising, unforgettable, and uniquely African.
From Accra to Livingstone
A Legacy That Continues to Rise
In 2026, that momentum travels south to the banks of the Zambezi. From Accra’s vibrant energy to the breathtaking majesty of Victoria Falls, this year’s conference builds on a legacy of excellence, expanding partnerships, deepening knowledge exchange, and shaping Africa’s digital future in a setting unlike any other.
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