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Slogan: Unlocking the Potential of Africa through the Lens of Cutting-Edge Technology
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Africa is on the cusp of a digital revolution, and the Africa eDigital Connect Summit 2023 is at the forefront of this transformative journey. From November 15 to 17, this landmark event will be held in tandem with the Africa Technology Show, promising an unparalleled experience for technology enthusiasts, innovators, and visionaries.
A Glimpse into the Summit Agenda:
Join us at the Africa eDigital Connect Summit 2023, where knowledge meets innovation, and ideas converge to shape the digital future of Africa. Be part of this transformative event that will define the continent's technological landscape.
For more information, registration details, and sponsorship opportunities, visit
www.edigitalconnectafrica.com
About Africa eDigital Connect Summit:
The Africa eDigital Connect Summit is an annual event dedicated to exploring the potential of emerging technologies in Africa. It provides a platform for industry leaders, innovators, and stakeholders to collaborate, share knowledge, and drive technological advancements on the continent.
Don't miss out on the premier event for industry leaders, innovators, and tech enthusiasts.
Great minds speaking at the event
Cyber Security Engineering Lead, Mara - Dr. Bright Gameli Mawudor is a Cyber Security Engineering Lead at MARA, Africa's leader in Web3 & Blockchain technology. He is also the founder of the Africahackon, a Cyber Security collective dedicated to fostering CyberSecurity excellence through capacity building and development of a strong community of experts in Africa. He acquired a PhD in IT Convergence and Application Engineering with concentration in Information Security from Pukyong National University, South Korea. For his professionalism, Dr Bright is an Advisory Board member of - EC-Council Global Advisory Board Member – CTIA - Cybersafe Foundation - Moringa School - AfCAA – African council for accreditation and accountability He has over 10 years of professional experience in the Cyber Security industry with strong expertise in Cyber security Strategy building, Resilience, and system penetration testing. Bright has also presented at over 245 Cyber Security conferences, lectured at various universities, and contributed to cyber security publications. He was also recognized by Tribe of Hackers: Blue Team 2020, Top 40 Under 40 2016/2021 of young entrepreneurs in Kenya and worked with world class organizations such as Dimension Data/NTT, Cellulant and Ushahidi. Dr Mawudor has performed various evaluations and selections of Cyber Security tools and successfully implemented IT security systems to protect the Confidentiality, Availability, and Integrity of critical business environments to curb and mitigate risks. Technically highly skilled in various environments, especially in the Cyber Security space, dedicated and a team player with excellent leadership qualities.
Chief Operating Officer EatOut Kenya - David Olilo is a seasoned entrepreneur and the current Chief Operating Officer (COO) of EatOut Kenya. With over a decade of experience in the tech startup industry, David has gained a wealth of knowledge and skills in launching and scaling successful businesses. He has a strong track record of starting and running his own startups, as well as collaborating with various companies in the tech industry. David is deeply passionate about the potential of technology to drive positive change in Africa. He strongly believes that technology can be used to solve some of the most pressing challenges facing the continent, and he is committed to making a difference through his work. Throughout his career, David has demonstrated a strong ability to identify emerging trends in the tech industry and leverage them to drive growth and innovation. He is a natural problem-solver and is known for his ability to develop creative solutions to complex challenges. As COO of EatOut Kenya, David is responsible for driving the growth and expansion of the company, which is a leading go-to destination for foodies. He is dedicated to delivering an exceptional user experience and is constantly seeking ways to improve the platform and make it more accessible to customers across the country. David is a true leader in the tech startup industry, and his dedication to driving positive change in Africa is an inspiration to many.
Chief Data Officer - Hartnell Ndungi was the first Chief Data Officer to be appointed in East and Central Africa. In the banking and financial services sector, he has been able to master the development and execution of key data and digital strategies for large financial institutions. He is Absa Kenya’s Chief Data Officer and he leads the bank’s data science, data governance, BI and analytics teams. Previously, he worked as a senior data consultant, providing advisory and analytics services to governments, banks, insurance firms and telecoms companies. He has also led and set up data teams for top banks in the region. With a deep understanding of AI, data management and digital transformation, Ndungi seeks to ensure that organizations are able to set up dynamic data teams, understand the data they hold, harness actionable insights and deliver key use cases that drive profitability, operational efficiency, growth and transformation. He holds a master’s degree in analytics from Georgia Institute of Technology, an executive data science specialization from Johns Hopkins University and a degree in electrical and electronics engineering from Moi University.
Associate Director/Head of Multi-Media - Daniel Furnad is a journalist, TV producer, writer, director, and digital content creator, who has been in the media industry for over 3 ½ decades. He has worked for CNN, Associated Press TV, Abu Dhabi Television, the BBC and Africa24 Media. He has also produced content for CGTN, Deutsche Welle, TV Continental, the Rockefeller Foundation, Medicines Sans Frontieres and the Africa Child Policy Forum. As the digital media world has expanded, Daniel has worked on mobile application startups for both content and delivery services. He has led Strategic Communications campaigns for government agencies and private enterprises. And he has done training for broadcasters, the United Nations and independent content producers. Daniel has worked on 5 continents, reporting from the front lines of history on wars and elections, the Olympics, Football World Cup, tsunamis and earthquakes, as well as inspirational feature stories and documentaries on great Africans. He has interviewed Presidents, Prime Ministers, Kings and Jennifer Lopez. Being cool under pressure, never afraid to try something new, always after that extra element, Daniel is a leader in the field and in the office. He lives and breathes storytelling in his daily life, keeping across the latest formats, cinematic techniques and punch lines.
e Program Manager at eMobilis - Ms. Edna Karijo, is a Public Policy specialist and a Champion for Digital/ICT Skills for Youth in Kenya. She is the Program Manager at eMobilis, a 13-year-old Award Winning Technology and Digital Training Institution/Hub in Nairobi, Kenya. The Mission of eMobilis is to create opportunities for African Youth by Training them on Digital, software and other technologies that prepare them for the future of work by equipping them with marketable, industry driven skills. Ms. Karijo also serves as a Board of Trustee member of the Internet Society of Kenya, an Internet Technical Community that aims at advancing internet policy, technology standards and future developments of the Internet. She is an award-winning Mentor with the Presidential Digital Talent Program (PDTP), a Finalist of the Women in Tech Africa Awards 2021 and an Alumna of the Young African Leadership Initiative (YALI) East Africa Program. Ms. Karijo’s professional work experience spans in the business and technology industry and she has dedicated her Career to Advocating and Championing Digital/Technology Skills for Youth, as a response to the high unemployment rates in the Country. She is also a Thought Leader and Mentor for Women in STEM and has Spoken at Virtual Conferences including the Young Women in Technology East Africa Summit. She is proud to be spearheading notable Programs at eMobilis and such initiatives continue to prove that ICT allows for the effective scaling up of Youth participation efforts and their increased Inclusion in the Digital Economy.
Chief Executive Officer, Afripods - Molly Jensen is the Chief Executive Officer of Afripods, a free pan-African podcast hosting platform building the largest library of African audio stories on the planet, based in Nairobi, Kenya. With the ability to categorize in over 70 languages and with content from over 50 countries including that from individual podcasters, radio stations and media houses, Afripods is the home for African podcasting across the continent and within the Diaspora. As a Ghanaian-American born in New York, Molly is extremely excited to help digitize African stories and wants to see African creators take up as much space as possible while creating avenues to help them get paid for their work. She has over ten years of experience across people management, sales, marketing and technology._ _She has spoken at Podcast Movement, Africa Podcast Day, Africa Media Festival, BBC Media Leaders conferences, WAN-IFRA Digital Media Africa conference and Advertising Week Africa as well as most recently featured in Forbes, The Guardian, Reuters, JamLab Africa, Podcast Sessions, The Podcast Host and Apple Podcasts. _ Additionally, she served as an EQ Ambassador for Six Seconds, a global non-profit focused on the awareness of emotional intelligence, and enjoys traveling.
Manager IT , Infrastructure and Security Kenya Trade Network Agency - Bonface a creative innovator and Technology Enthusiast with strong IT Technical and Business skills with a bias to IT Governance , Cybersecurity and Emerging Technology.
Sustainability and Green Economy Manager at CXP Africa, Senior Adviser to UN Science Policy-Business Forum. - Sustainability and Green Economy Manager at CXP Africa, Senior Adviser to UN SciencePolicy-Business Forum. Extensive knowledge of international environmental and climate policies, special focus on recent years for African market on sustainability disclosure, ESG, green economy strategy setting and green-digital transformation. Experienced in government, private sector and international UN relations. Network encompasses European Union institutions, United Nations, governments all over the world and private sector in green technology and digitalization areas. In his role as a former Deputy Secretary General of the Ministry of the Environment of Estonia, he was responsible for green technology, circular economy, environmental management and mineral resources policies. He has conducted multilateral high-level political negotiations at the UN level as a former Permanent Representative of Estonia to UNEP and UN-Habitat. In 2022 he established the global Data for the Environment Alliance (DEAL) in collaboration with the UN Science Policy Business Forum, for supporting the development of a global environmental data governance strategy and capacity building. Has graduated Environmental and Chemical Engineering at the Tallinn University of Technology and International Development and Financing studies at the University of Rome. In 2022 received the Cross of Merit from Estonian Foreign Ministry for long-standing contribution to Estonian interests in Africa. 2023 Presidential Award recipient – ‘The Order of the White Star’ from the President of Estonia for promoting international environmental policy.
Managing Partner -
Innovator - Oscar Owiti is a seasoned professional boasting over a decade of experience in the dynamic fields of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Natural Language Processing (NLP), and Machine Learning (ML). Throughout his illustrious career, he has assumed diverse roles, with his most notable contributions being in the capacity of an Operations and Quality Manager. Mr. Owiti has a well-documented track record of optimizing operational processes, implementing highly effective policies, and adeptly managing intricate projects for a global clientele. A testament to his capabilities, he has achieved an exceptional feat of enhancing organizational efficiency by a remarkable 15%. His professional identity is defined by his proactive approach to problem-solving, an exceptional attention to detail, and highly effective communication abilities. Currently, Oscar Owiti is embarked on a personal journey towards becoming a turnaround artist. He leverages his extensive experience to breathe new life into businesses facing challenges, with a core focus on driving sustainable growth, fostering innovation, and enhancing overall performance for organizations in need of a fresh perspective and strategic guidance. His unwavering commitment to continuous learning and adaptability keeps him at the forefront of cutting-edge technologies, ensuring his enduring relevance in the ever-evolving landscape of AI, NLP, and ML. In addition to his role as a seasoned AI professional, Mr. Owiti dons another hat as a co-founder and Chief Operating Officer (COO) of a startup. The startup operates a mobile app platform-based mechanic repair and maintenance service, catering to the diverse needs of individuals and businesses alike. This entrepreneurial endeavor is a reflection of his fervent passion for innovation and his relentless drive to create pragmatic solutions that enrich people's lives. Oscar Owiti's diverse background, encompassing leadership in the tech industry and entrepreneurship, underscores his excitement to share insights and experiences with others, thus contributing to the vibrant dialogue surrounding AI, NLP, ML, and the dynamic startup ecosystem.
Vice President SSA Market Development, Community Pass - Daniel Huba currently holds the position of Market Development Lead for the Sub Saharan Africa region within Mastercard's Humanitarian and Development division. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the market development of the Community Pass Platform, as well as managing stakeholders and customers. The Community Pass, a social enterprise operating within Mastercard, is dedicated to driving both positive social impact and commercial success. Daniel has been in this role for the past three years, having previously served as the Director for Digital Agriculture at Mastercard Labs for Financial Services in Nairobi for an additional three years. Prior to joining Mastercard, he accumulated over 15 years of experience in the banking sector, where he worked as a Relationship Manager specializing in SME banking.
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