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Summit Overview & Mission

The FDC Africa | Ghana Summit 2025 aims to catalyze technology innovation, cybersecurity, and digital transformation in Ghana and across West Africa. Building on the success of the annual FDC Summit in Cairo, this landmark event fosters high-level engagement between governments, private sector leaders, and development organizations to accelerate inclusive digital growth.

Key Focus Areas

  • Cybersecurity Infrastructure
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Digital Policy Implementation
  • Regional Digital Collaboration (B2B, G2G & B2G)

Summit Objectives & Goals

The FDC Africa | Ghana Summit 2025 is designed to drive digital transformation across West Africa by bringing together key stakeholders from government, industry, and academia. The summit seeks to foster collaboration, innovation, and actionable outcomes through a series of high-level engagements, policy dialogues, and strategic partnerships.

  • Convene stakeholders from governments, businesses, and regional blocs to shape effective digital strategies.
  • Foster meaningful dialogue between public and private sectors across Egypt and West Africa on digital transformation and cybersecurity.
  • Facilitate best practice sharing and identify collaborative opportunities for advancing digital innovation.
  • Bridge the gap between policy formulation and implementation through data-driven, practical initiatives.
  • Launch the Policy Action Lab to promote regional collaboration and knowledge exchange.

Ghana & Egypt Startup Ecosystems

The growing interconnection between Egypt’s and Ghana’s startup ecosystems represents a vital opportunity for advancing regional innovation and entrepreneurship across Africa. As two of the continent’s emerging digital leaders, Egypt and Ghana share complementary strengths that, when aligned, can accelerate technology transfer, investment flows, and policy collaboration.

Access to West Africa

Ghana offers Egypt a gateway to West African markets and investment opportunities.

Regulatory Insights

Ghana’s flexible startup and fintech policies provide models for Egypt’s entrepreneurial reforms.

Regional Collaboration

Joint accelerators and innovation programs can strengthen cross-African cooperation.

Complementary Strengths

Ghana’s fintech and agri-tech sectors align with Egypt’s AI and digital expertise.

Intra-African Growth

This partnership fosters investment, talent exchange, and a unified African startup network.

Agenda Highlights

Join us for two days of high-level sessions, networking, and innovation spotlights as part of the FDC Africa | Ghana Summit 2025. The event will take place at the Kempinski Hotel, Accra, from November 26th–27th, 2025.

9:00 – 9:30 AM

VIP Reception & Registration

Welcome coffee, networking, and access to the VIP lounge.

9:30 – 10:10 AM

Opening Ceremony & Keynotes

Welcome address, national anthem, and ministerial speeches.

10:45 – 11:45 AM

Panel: Cybersecurity in Africa

Exploring strategies to build resilient digital ecosystems.

12:40 – 13:40 PM

Panel: Digital Health & Healthcare

Innovation in Africa's healthcare landscape.

13:40 – 13:50 PM

Launch of Policy Action Lab

Bridging policy and implementation gaps through data-driven collaboration.

19:30 – 22:00 PM

Evening Gala Dinner

Traditional Ghanaian performances and networking in a black-tie setting.

What to Expect

Join us for an exceptional high-level forum delivering unparalleled opportunities for engagement, collaboration, and influence in West Africa’s evolving digital ecosystem. The FDC Africa | Ghana Summit 2025 offers curated sessions and networking experiences tailored to government, industry, and innovation leaders.

Curated Networking & VIP Access

Direct access to key decision-makers from Ghana, Egypt, and across West Africa through exclusive networking lounges and curated introductions.

Parallel Tracks

Concurrent business and policy sessions addressing digital transformation, cybersecurity, and AI across multiple sectors.

Strategy Sessions

Engage in deep-dive discussions with policymakers and industry experts shaping Africa’s digital economy.

Innovation Spotlight

Showcasing next-generation technology and startups driving Africa’s digital growth and transformation.

Media Coverage

Extensive press interviews, livestreaming, and social media engagement amplifying your organization’s visibility.

B2B & B2G Engagement

High-level meetings connecting businesses with governments to explore partnerships, investment, and joint ventures.

A Glimpse of Attendees

The FDC Africa | Ghana Summit 2025 brings together high-level representatives from across Africa and beyond, creating an unparalleled platform for engagement, policy dialogue, and strategic collaboration.

Government Officials

Ministers, cabinet members, and national leaders driving Africa’s digital and economic transformation.

Policymakers

Regulatory and legislative leaders shaping national and regional digital agendas.

Digital Innovation Leaders

Technology entrepreneurs, innovators, and digital startups leading Africa’s transformation journey.

Private Sector & Industry Leaders

CEOs and senior executives from ICT, fintech, and digital infrastructure industries.

Research and Academia

University research chairs, thought leaders, and experts advancing digital research and capacity building.

Regional Representatives

Delegates from the African Union (AU), ECOWAS, IDSC, and other regional bodies fostering collaboration.

Press Conference & Startup Mixer

The Press Conference & Startup Mixer opens the FDC Africa | Ghana Summit 2025 with engaging sessions that unite policymakers, entrepreneurs, investors, and the media. It offers a platform for knowledge sharing, collaboration, and early networking ahead of the main summit.

Date: November 26th, 2025

Time: 9:00 AM – 12:50 PM

Venue: Ghana Digital Centres Limited, Accra

Welcome Speech

Delivered by Dr. Bernard Okoe Boye, Minister of Health of Ghana.

Opening Remarks

To be given by H.E. Mohammed Adams Sukparu, Deputy Minister for Communication & Digital Technology, Ghana.

Keynote Speech

Presented by Mr. Tarek Shabaka, FDC Chairman.

Entrepreneurship Mixer

Informal startup pitches and introductions with participation from high-level guests, youth, and innovators.

Media Q&A

Interactive session with journalists, addressing key themes in Africa’s digital transformation.

Curated B2B/B2G Meetings

Pre-arranged, time-boxed bilateral meetings designed to foster cross-sector collaboration and partnerships.

Note: Black-tie optional. By invitation only. Professional photography and media coverage throughout the event.

Evening Gala Dinner & Cultural Showcase

The Evening Gala Dinner is the grand finale of the FDC Africa | Ghana Summit 2025, bringing together dignitaries, business leaders, and innovators in an atmosphere of celebration, culture, and connection. This exclusive evening blends traditional Ghanaian heritage with a premium dining experience and high-level networking opportunities.

Date: November 27th, 2025

Time: 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM

Venue: Mövenpick Ambassador Hotel, Accra

Premium Dining Experience

Guests will enjoy an exquisite menu featuring both local and international cuisine prepared by Mövenpick’s award-winning chefs.

Traditional Performances

Experience Ghana’s rich cultural heritage through captivating musical and dance performances that celebrate the nation’s diversity.

Distinguished Keynote Address

A special dinner address by a distinguished guest highlighting Africa’s digital transformation journey and future vision.

High-Level Networking

Exclusive opportunity to connect with government officials, CEOs, investors, and regional representatives in a relaxed, elegant setting.

Cultural Exhibition

Showcasing Ghana’s digital innovation alongside traditional crafts, art, and creative expressions from across the region.

Special Recognition

Acknowledgment of key contributors to digital transformation and innovation in West Africa.

Note: Black-tie optional. By invitation only. Professional photography and cultural documentation throughout the event.

RSVP & Contact Information

We look forward to welcoming you to FDC Africa | Ghana Summit 2025 in Accra! Please confirm your participation or sponsorship interest using any of the channels below.

For Sponsorship Packages: The private sector and corporate organizations are encouraged to reach out for partnership opportunities and tailored sponsorship packages.

November 26th–27th, 2025 • Kempinski Hotel & Mövenpick Ambassador, Accra, Ghana