Sylvia Duruson
Africa Tech Summit (ATS) London, the premier tech conference driving business and investment opportunities across the continent, is set to host its eighth edition on June 7th, 2024, at the London Stock Exchange. This highly anticipated event gathers over 300 African and international tech leaders, policymakers, investors, entrepreneurs, and corporates to shape the future of African technology and innovation.
The previously sold-out summit provides a platform for African tech ventures to showcase their innovations and secure partnerships or investment opportunities. The Investment Showcase, taking place on June 7th, 2024, offers startups the chance to present their business models to a diverse audience of investors and potential partners. This unparalleled opportunity allows investor-ready ventures to gain exposure, connect with key stakeholders, and secure funding to propel their growth.
One success story from last year’s summit is Safiri, a Tanzanian transport and logistics startup. Founder and CEO Abraham Itule secured funding following his pitch at the Africa Tech Summit London. His solution showcased Safiri’s potential to revolutionize transportation in Africa, capturing investors’ attention and leading to a successful funding round. “Coming to the summit, I made sure to have no expectations, so it was a pleasant surprise connecting with an investor who saw the potential in our vision and decided to invest in our startup,” Itule said.
The Investment Showcase not only provides a stage for startups but also a launchpad into new realms. “We approached the Africa Tech Summit in London with a mix of excitement and apprehension, as it was our very first time pitching publicly to a large audience. ATS provided us not just a stage, but a launchpad into realms we had aspired to reach,” said a participating startup.
In addition to the Investment Showcase, the summit offers a diverse lineup of informative and insightful sessions, including keynotes, fireside chats, panels, breakout sessions, and masterclasses. These sessions provide invaluable opportunities for attendees to engage with industry leaders, expand their knowledge, and forge meaningful connections.
Early bird tickets for the event are now on sale, and ventures interested in applying for the Investment Showcase can submit their applications via the website until May 2nd. Don’t miss your chance to be a part of this transformative event that is shaping the future of African technology and innovation.
