Anambra Innovation Week 2024 Kicks Off With Promise To Shape Africa’s future
ICT
By Tony Okafor, Awka
The much-anticipated Anambra Innovation Week 2024 officially kicked off on Monday, November 25, 2024, with a grand opening ceremony at the Anambra International Conference Centre, Awka.
The event, themed “Creating the Future of Africa Now,” promises to be a game-changer in shaping Africa’s digital future.
In her welcome address, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Innovation and Business Incubation, Chinwe Okoli, expressed her pride and gratitude to all participants, dignitaries, and partners.
She emphasized the importance of innovation and technology in building a prosperous Africa, aligning with Governor Charles Soludo’s vision for a digitally empowered Anambra State.
The five-day event is packed with exciting activities, including discussions on demystifying innovation, digital ecosystem, and emerging tech trends.
The week will also feature a Career Conference tailored for students and young professionals across all 21 LGAs, complemented by a nationwide ICT quiz competition and startup hackathons.
On the third day, the focus will shift to the Digital Transformation Conference for SMEs and Government, where discussions will center on governance efficiency and leveraging AI for impactful service delivery.
The fourth day will feature the Startup Conference and Tradenovation Fair, where creativity and enterprise will be celebrated with exhibitions, panels, and startup pitching competitions.
The week will culminate on the fifth day with the Grand Summit, featuring exhibitions, high-level ministerial panels, and the official launch of transformative initiatives such as the One Million Anambra Digital Tribe and the Anambra Angel Network.
The Anambra Innovation Week 2024 is one of the state’s commitment to innovation and technology.
With its rich lineup of activities, the event promises to inspire, empower, and connect participants, ultimately shaping the future of Africa.
The event is also expected to launch the Anambra Innovation Marketplace, a state-of-the-art Makerspace established in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).
The Makerspace is designed to democratize access to entrepreneurship and technological innovation, providing young people with the resources, skills, and collaborative environments to bring their ideas to life.
The Anambra Innovation Week 2024 is open to the public, and registration is free. The event is expected to attract participants from across the country and beyond, providing a platform for innovation, collaboration, and transformation.
As the host, Chinwe Okoli encouraged participants to immerse themselves fully in the sessions, connect with fellow participants, and embrace the spirit of innovation that defines Anambra.
“Together, let us create solutions that resonate beyond our borders and shape the Africa of our dreams. Once again, I welcome you all to the Anambra Innovation Week 2024. Let us innovate, collaborate, and transform the future—starting now” Okoli said
