Building For The World
Africa’s tech ecosystem steps up to build truly global talent, products and companies
Eko Convention Centre, Lagos, Nigeria
9th - 10th, October, 2024
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Africa’s tech ecosystem steps up to build truly global talent, products and companies
Eko Convention Centre, Lagos, Nigeria
9th - 10th, October, 2024
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We’re bringing together the most audacious thinkers, doers and investors in African tech, working on everything from fintech to commerce, renewable energy, climate change, tech policy, AI, telco, cloud and more.
In addition to 6 from last year we’ve introduced 3 new tracks namely Climate Tech, Government Regulation & Policy and FUEL: The Investor Conference
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Meet the biggest players in Africa's innovation and business community.
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Get your brands in front of the people that matter in Africa's startup and business community.
Find opportunities to collaborate and create new solutions.
What is Moonshot by TechCabal?
Moonshot is TechCabal’s flagship conference that will convene the most audacious players; founders, business leaders, startups, enterprise companies & more building Africa’s dynamic tech scene to network, collaborate, share ideas/insights, and celebrate innovation on the continent
When is Moonshot happening?
Moonshot by TechCabal is happening in Lagos, Nigeria on October 9th and 10th. We also have other exciting off-conference activities and side mixers that’ll happen during the week of the conference.
Is attendance virtual or in-person?
Moonshot by TechCabal is a completely physical event that will be held at the Eko Convention Centre in Victoria Island, Lagos. Our state-of-the-art venue has been specially chosen to provide an immersive and captivating environment for our attendees.
Why should I attend?
If you’re innovating in payments, e-commerce, Web3, AI & ML, Content, Gaming, Diversity, Venture Capital, and related sectors, seize the chance to showcase your brand and engage with key players. Network and learn from like minds, industry leaders, investors, and policymakers. Small business? Connect with partners, and gain insights for growth. Banks/telcos? Uncover partners, and expand networks.
Tech enthusiast? Explore African tech’s evolution, and ask vital questions. We are also adding a policy and governance content track to bring together from across the continent to discuss tech policy and regulation to grow Africa’s economy. For creatives who do not fall into any of these categories, we have discussions. The creative economy sessions will feature key experts who will explore critical issues in the creative sector. With 8 content tracks, we have endless opportunities for everyone.
Is this the first edition?
This is the second edition. For the maiden edition last year, we had global speakers from Google, Amazon Web Services, Meta, and African startups like Piggyvest, Flutterwave, and Chipper Cash. etc and policymakers including Dr Bosun Tijani, Nigerian Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy; Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, Director-General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA); Olatubosun Alake, Lagos State’s Commissioner of Science and Technology. With over 2,500 attendees from over 12 countries, 8 mind-blowing content tracks from Future of Commerce to the Creative Economy, and a thrilling startup pitch competition
What’s new about this edition?
This time around, we’re dialing up the excitement to eleven! More content tracks, more speakers, a brand-new stage, and a bigger party! We will also be exploring 9 content tracks and other side events and off-conference activities to ensure the fun never stops.
How can I prepare for the conference?
The very first thing to do is to save your seat by getting your ticket. Once your seat is secured, keep an eye out on our social pages and website as we’ll be putting out content and information as the event approaches to help you prepare adequately. Ensure to engage with them so you can get a sense of what to expect.
If you’re an international guest coming to Nigeria for the first time, go through our travel guide to get adequate information to prepare for your trip. Ahead of the event, plan what you intend to achieve from the event and work towards it. Ensure to come with questions on the day of the event, network, and foster important relationships that’d be useful in your career journey
Who can attend Moonshot 2024?
Anyone can attend the conference, especially if you’re curious about the future of tech in Africa! This year, we’re particularly open to startups and innovators in commerce Web3 and metaverse, AI &ML, Content and gaming, Talent, Inclusion & Diversity, Venture Capital, Startup Clinic, Telco & Enterprise
How can my company get involved as a sponsor?
If you’d like to be a sponsor or partner with us for Moonshot 2024, send an email to ads@bigcabal.com
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You can shoot us an email via moonshot@techcabal.com
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The African tech ecosystem is filled with stories of triumph, grit, and innovation. TechCabal is where those stories live. Since 2013, we have covered startup fundraises, exits and mergers, expansions, banking, and internet culture. We don't talk about just the companies, we talk to the people building them, including C-suite executives, product designers, and tech policy champs. We tell the stories of various players in the digital economy; in media, music, telecommunications, education, and more, providing a snapshot into key industries in Africa's tech and business ecosystem.
TechCabal brings together the founders, investors, regulators and players in Africa's tech industry; catalyzing action and providing the content, reporting, data and events to help the world understand where tech is taking Africa.
In 2023, we deepened our coverage in East Africa and South Africa, and altogether, reached over 1 million readers monthly.
In 2024, we continue to deepen our footprint across Africa, with stronger North African and Francophone coverage and increased depth in the regions we already cover.