June 25th to 27th, 2025 at the prestigious Kampala Serena Hotel, Uganda.

Middle East and Africa Digital Transformation Summit

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    Driving Inclusive Socio-Economic Development Through Digital Transformation

    WHY JOIN SUMMIT Why you should Join MEA Summit

    Join the MEA Summit to connect, lead, innovate, invest, scale, empower, influence, partner, create, and thrive, while shaping the digital, inclusive future of the Middle East and Africa.

    Shape Tomorrow

    Be part of high-level conversations that define the policies, innovations, and investments driving inclusive digital economies across the Middle East and Africa.

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    Unveil Breakthroughs

    From AgriTech to FinTech, EdTech to HealthTech witness and exhibit groundbreaking solutions transforming lives and livelihoods across the region.

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    Power Networking

    Connect with Heads of State, Ministers, CEOs, global investors, innovators, and youth leaders all in one place. Build meaningful partnerships that matter.

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    Empower Generations

    Support the Youth Arm engaging 70+ universities and experience the Grand Music Gala, honoring the brightest minds shaping MEA’s
    digital future.

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    LISTEN TO THE Event Speakers

    H.E Yoweri Kaguta Museveni

    President of Uganda

    Hon. Dr. Chris Baryomunsi

    Minister of ICT and National Guidance

    Hon. Joyce Nabosa Ssebugwawo

    Minister of State for ICT and National Guidance

    Mr. Teddy Soobramanien

    CEO - COMESA Business Council

    Matteo Rizzi

    Founder & CEO, Timepledge.org

    Hon Godfrey Baluku Kabyanga

    Minister of State for Information

    Niklas Inderst

    CTO - My Doctor

    Shift your perspective
    on digital transformation

    Discover how leaders are reshaping industries, inclusion, and innovation across the Middle East and Africa.

    • 09:00 AM – 10:20 AM OFFICIAL OPENING CEREMONY
      Moses Watasa

      Leadership, Policy & Systems Change

      • Welcome Remarks: Innocent Kawooya, NIM, CEO, HiPipo
      • Welcome Keynote: Mr. James Chimwaza, Board President, COMESA Business Council
      • Patron: Owek. Joyce Nabosa Sebugwawo, State Minister of ICT
      • Guest of Honour: Hon. Dr. Chris Baryomunsi, Minister of ICT and National Guidance
      • Keynote Address: The Chief Guest, H.E. The President of Uganda

    • 10:20 AM – 11:00 AM

      Launch of the Uganda–California Technology Forum:

      Leveraging Silicon Valley’s technological expertise and proven infrastructure to accelerate Uganda’s startup growth and public sector transformation.

      • Peter Kuo, CEO & Founder, Sustainable Impact Alliance Solutions (SIAS) International, Inc (SIAS)
      • Joshua Samuel, Founder & CEO of Coins for College
      • Pastor. Dr. Henry Byamukama, CEO, SIAS Uganda

    • 08:30 AM – 08:40 AM Welcome Address
      Mr. Teddy Soobramanien

      INNOVATION, INVESTMENT & SECTORAL IMPACT

      Teddy Soobramanien, CEO, COMESA Business Council.

    • 08:40 AM – 09:00 AM SPEECH
      Matteo Rizzi

      SCALING FINANCIAL INCLUSION ACROSS THE MEA REGION

      • Intro and short bio, “live”
      • 4B are still financially excluded. It s the big last mile, what are the drivers to tackle this?
      • investing versus venture building versus accelerating: what works best? What is the best approach for frontier markets in Africa?
      • On the continent, there are several velocities when it comes to pushing for innovation and inclusive financial services … what is your experience (since you worked in 17+ different ecosystems in Africa alone?)
      • You are taking a very bold approach in the Talent space with your Timepledge initiative. Are we doing enough to retain and upskill talent in Africa?
      • GFTN approach to help regulators collaborate and better connect with the innovators and the platforms across the continent.

    • 09:00 AM – 02:00 PM

      AFRICA YOUTH INNOVATION CHALLENGE AND AWARDS

      1. A full day dedicated to showcasing the creativity, resilience, and impact of Africa’s youth innovators.
      2. Featuring top student-led innovations tackling health, education, climate, and digital inclusion.
      3. HiPipo University will present its flagship Healthcare Entrepreneurship Course, training youth to build sustainable health-tech startups.
      4. Students and youth-led ventures from Makerere University, Kyambogo University, and Uganda Christian University will present.
      5. Delegations from Strathmore University (Kenya), the University of Zambia, and the University of Rwanda are confirmed.
      6. Youth teams from Cairo University (Egypt) and the University of Malawi will join to share cross-regional solutions.
      7. COMESA’s Youth & Women Empowerment Programmes will host a mentorship session with industry leaders.
      8. Innovation booths will feature digital solutions in agriculture, finance, and health, led by university innovators.
      9. Finalists will pitch in front of investors, policymakers, and development partners for seed funding and acceleration support.
      10. The day will close with the Africa Youth Innovation Awards, recognizing outstanding projects across multiple sectors.

    • 2:00 PM On wards
      Innocent Kawooya (NIM)

      Performances from Cultural troupes

      Location: Serena Conference Hall, Kampala

      • Performances from Cultural troupes
      • Cultural Showcase & Networking

    MEA SUMMIT YOUTH ARM PROGRAM 2025

    • 09:30 AM – 10:30 AM Opening Session

      Youth-Led Innovation for Socio-Economic Transformation

      OPENING SESSION

      • Welcome Remarks: HiPipo Youth Programs Lead
      • Keynote Address: Vice Chancellor, ................. University
      • Opening Message: African Union Youth Envoy Representative, Med Kimbugwe

    • 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM Panel 1

      From Campus to Global Impact – University Startups Leading Change

      Moderator: Director, Innovation & Incubation Centre, Kyambogo, UCU, ......University Panelists:

      1. Student Founder, FinTech Startup – University of Nairobi
      2. Head of ICT Department, Covenant University, Nigeria
      3. Youth Entrepreneur, Blockchain Project – University of Ghana
      4. Innovation Lab Lead, University of Rwanda
      5. Incubation Program Coordinator, Ain Shams University, Egypt

    • 09:30 AM – 11:00 AM Panel 3

      Collaboration, Leadership & Future-Readiness

      DIGITAL SKILLS AND THE FUTURE OF WORK FOR YOUTH Moderator: Head of Career Development Services, University of Dar es Salaam Panelists:

      1. AI & Data Science Club Lead, University of Lagos
      2. Director, eLearning Centre, Addis Ababa University
      3. IT Career Mentor, Kenyatta University
      4. Dean of Digital Skills Development, Cairo University
      5. Student Leader, Robotics and Innovation Hub, University of Zimbabwe

    • 11:30 AM – 01:30 PM PITCH

      Youth Innovation Pitch Competition: Digital Impact Challenge

      YOUTH INNOVATION PITCH COMPETITION: DIGITAL IMPACT CHALLENGE

      • 10 Finalist Teams from MEA Universities pitch to panel of judges
      • Judging Panel includes university VCs, investors, and industry experts
      • Winning team receives mentorship, prize package, and recognition during Gala Night

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