Africa Technology Expo is set to return on June 26–27, 2026, at the Wole Soyinka Center for Culture and Creative Arts in Lagos. Organisers aim for $890 million in deal activity during the event, spanning investments, partnerships, and enterprise contracts. The third edition of the Expo expects to host over 7,000 participants from across the technology ecosystem. The event focuses on accelerating growth in Africa's tech sector through cross-border collaboration and innovation showcases. Previous editions have drawn startups, investors, and policymakers from across the continent.
Targeting $890 million in deals is ambitious, but past participation numbers suggest the Africa Technology Expo has traction. For Nigerian tech founders, the real value lies not in the headline figure but in whether past deals from the event have translated into sustained growth. If the 2026 edition delivers tangible outcomes, it could solidify Lagos as a central node in Africa's innovation network. Otherwise, it risks becoming another forum heavy on promises, light on delivery.
