LAGOS, Nigeria — West Africa’s technology landscape is set for a major milestone as GITEX Nigeria prepares to host some of the world’s most influential technology companies, innovative startups, investors, policymakers, and industry leaders in what organizers describe as a landmark event for the region’s digital economy.

For the first time in West Africa, the globally renowned GITEX brand is bringing together leading technology innovators under one roof, creating a platform where emerging ideas, breakthrough technologies, and transformative business opportunities will intersect.

The event, which will feature both a Technology Expo and Startup Festival, is expected to attract entrepreneurs, business executives, technology professionals, investors, and innovation enthusiasts eager to explore the latest developments shaping the future of digital transformation.

Global Technology Leaders Take Centre Stage

Among the major international brands expected at the event is Digital Virgo, a global specialist in mobile payments and digital services with operations in more than 40 countries. The company has built a reputation for connecting businesses with telecommunications operators and expanding access to digital services across international markets.

Cybersecurity giant Kaspersky will also be present, bringing its expertise in digital security and threat intelligence. The company protects millions of users and organizations worldwide and is widely recognized as one of the leading players in the global cybersecurity industry.

Africa’s growing digital infrastructure sector will be represented by Open Access Data Centres (OADC), one of the continent’s leading carrier-neutral data centre providers, supporting cloud services, telecommunications networks, and enterprise digital operations across multiple African markets.

Also joining the lineup is SolarWinds, a global leader in AI-powered IT management and observability solutions. The company serves more than 300,000 customers worldwide, including a significant share of Fortune 500 organizations.

Networking technology leader TP-Link, recognized as the world’s largest provider of WLAN devices, will showcase solutions powering connectivity for homes and businesses in over 170 countries.

Business software giant Zoho will also participate, highlighting its expansive ecosystem of more than 55 integrated applications serving over 130 million users across more than 150 countries.

Spotlight on Africa’s Next Generation of Innovators

Beyond the multinational technology brands, GITEX Nigeria will shine a spotlight on emerging startups that are developing solutions to address challenges in finance, healthcare, enterprise technology, and the creator economy.

Among them is BMONI, a fintech company building borderless banking solutions through multi-currency wallets and global payment infrastructure supported by a portfolio of proprietary technologies and patents.

CompCrafter is expected to showcase custom software and digital transformation solutions designed to help businesses improve efficiency and accelerate growth in increasingly competitive markets.

Music technology platform Djaminn will present its rapidly growing creator ecosystem, which has attracted millions of downloads and users across more than 170 countries, enabling artists and creators to collaborate globally.

Healthcare innovation will feature prominently through Hayok Medicare, which has supported healthcare digitization initiatives across multiple Nigerian states, trained thousands of healthcare workers, and facilitated significant health-sector transactions through digital platforms.

InvoiceMate, another startup attracting attention, will demonstrate how artificial intelligence and blockchain technology are being leveraged to unlock financing opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises, supporting hundreds of millions of dollars in insured loan transactions.

More Than an Exhibition

Industry observers say GITEX Nigeria represents more than a showcase of technology products and services. The event is expected to serve as a strategic meeting point where startups can connect with investors, businesses can discover new solutions, policymakers can engage with innovators, and young professionals can gain exposure to global opportunities.

As Nigeria strengthens its position as one of Africa’s leading technology hubs, the arrival of GITEX is widely seen as a vote of confidence in the country’s innovation ecosystem and the broader West African digital economy.

With global technology leaders sharing the stage with some of Africa’s most promising startups, GITEX Nigeria is poised to become one of the most significant technology gatherings ever held in the region.

For attendees, the event offers a rare opportunity to witness firsthand how technology is transforming industries, creating new economic opportunities, and shaping the future of business across Africa and beyond.