Abuja, Nigeria — The upcoming African Digital Economy & Inclusivity Conference (AFDEIC 2025) is poised to be a landmark gathering focused on harnessing the power of artificial intelligence (AI) and digital innovation to drive inclusive growth across Africa’s rapidly expanding digital economy—projected to contribute $180 billion to the continent’s GDP by the end of 2025.
According to a statement released by the conference organizers and obtained by BusinessDay, AFDEIC 2025 will convene in Abuja from October 21 to 23, 2025, under the theme: “AI and Africa’s Digital Economy: Leaving No One Behind.”
The forum will explore actionable strategies to bridge Africa’s persistent digital divide, enhance broadband connectivity, strengthen fintech ecosystems, and expand access to AI-powered technologies that can improve economic outcomes for underserved populations.
“Despite rapid growth in fintech, e-commerce, and AI-driven innovations, millions of Africans—particularly in rural areas—remain disconnected from the internet and excluded from digital services,” said Adedayo Oketola, Team Lead of the AFDEIC Organizing Committee. “This disparity underscores the urgent need for strategic interventions and targeted investments.”
AFDEIC 2025 will serve as a critical platform for engagement among key stakeholders—including government agencies, tech innovators, business leaders, academics, and development partners—to deliberate on digital inclusion, cybersecurity, e-learning, and the transformative potential of AI across sectors such as finance, agriculture, healthcare, and education.
“Africa’s digital landscape is evolving rapidly,” noted Adetoun Tade, Marketing Lead of the conference. “AI, blockchain, and mobile payments are reshaping industries from banking to healthcare. AFDEIC offers an opportunity for stakeholders to form new partnerships, exchange ideas, and unlock the investment needed to power the continent’s digital future.”
Call for Participation
Governments, private sector leaders, development organizations, and venture capitalists are invited to join AFDEIC 2025 as partners, exhibitors, and sponsors. The event is expected to draw hundreds of participants from across Africa and beyond, making it one of the most significant conferences on the continent’s digital transformation agenda.
As Africa charts a path toward a $712 billion digital economy by 2050, AFDEIC 2025 aims to ensure no one is left behind in the journey toward innovation and prosperity.
📅 Event Dates: October 21–23, 2025
📍 Location: Abuja, Nigeria
For more information and partnership opportunities, visit the official AFDEIC website or follow their updates on social media.
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