By Kingsley U. Ilechukwu, Bureau Chief, South West, Nigeria
The anticipation is electric. Today, November 13, 2025, the grand halls of the Oriental Hotel, Lekki, will pulse with innovation, ideas, and inspiration as Africa’s brightest technology minds gather for the Africa Tech Alliance Forum (AfriTECH) 5.0 and Africa Tech Alliance Excellence (ATAEx) Awards.
From 9:00 AM (WAT), industry leaders, regulators, investors, and digital disruptors will converge under one compelling theme: “AI and Sovereign Tech: Building Africa’s Digital Independence.”
At a time when artificial intelligence is transforming global industries, AfriTECH 5.0 stands as a rallying point, a call to Africa to own its narrative, shape its technologies, and build sustainable digital systems powered by homegrown innovation.
“This isn’t just another tech conference,” says Co-Convener of AfriTECH 5.0 Chike Onwuegbuchi. “It’s where bold ideas meet real impact, where Africa’s digital journey is redefined through collaboration, vision, and courage.”
The stage will welcome a constellation of thought leaders including Executive Vice Chairman and CEO, Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Dr. Aminu Maida, National Commissioner, Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC), Dr. Vincent Olatunji, Founder/Chief Visionary Officer, Digital Encode Ltd., Prof. Obadare Peter Adewale, Group President, ActivEdge Technologies, George Agu, CEO, Digital Realty Nigeria , Engr. Ikechukwu Nnamani, CEO, Internet Exchange Point of Nigeria (IXPN) Muhammed Rudman, and CEO, AfriGOPay Financial Services Limited Dr. (Mrs.) Ebehijie Momoh.
Others are; CEO, SKOT Communications Tokunboh George-Taylor, Personal Branding Expert Chidi Okpala, Group CEO, WTES Ltd Chudi Ajuzie, and AI & Tech Innovator for Emerging Markets John Itodo.
This year’s event goes beyond speeches; it’s a story of Africa’s awakening. The Fireside Chat, hosted by Lagos Blockchain Week, featuring: convener, Lagos Blockchain Week Chukwuemeka Enoch Mbaebie, lead partner at Infusion Lawyers and past President of SiBAN Senator Ihenyen, and West Africa Lead – Coinbase Damilare Aregbesola,, will ignite conversations around blockchain, transparency, and the continent’s march toward decentralized governance.
At mid-day, the spotlight shifts to the Africa Tech Alliance Excellence Awards (ATAEx), a celebration of excellence, honoring individuals and organizations shaping Africa’s digital destiny.
Supported by Digital Encode (Platinum Sponsor), alongside itel, SKOT Communications, Tecom, AfriGoPay, Tizel Cybersecurity, and ActivEdge Technologies, AfriTECH 5.0 is powered by a shared vision: to make Africa’s digital future truly sovereign.
Backed by over 15 media outlets including, AriseTV, TechTrends.Africa, TechBuild.Africa, RavenewsOnline.com, NigeriaCommunicationsWeek.com.ng, GrassRoots.ng, ITPulse.com.ng TechnologyMirror.com.ng, DigitalTimesng.com, Cyber Era NG, TechnologyMirror.com.ng ITRealms.com.ng, SwiftReporters.com, BusinessRemarks, BusinessMetricsng.com, TechandBizNews, amongst others, attendance to AfriTECH 5.0 is free, but registration is required. For virtual participants, join live via this link.
