Be Part of Shaping Africa’s Future
at Digital Africa Summit Malawi 2026
Join influential policymakers, industry leaders, innovators, and investors at the Digital Africa Summit Malawi 2026 to connect, collaborate, and shape the continent’s digital future.
Summit
themes & topics
Digital Africa Summit Malawi will bring together leaders from government, industry, and investment to explore the most pressing themes shaping Malawi’s and Africa’s digital future — from transformation and economic growth to infrastructure, policy, cloud, and connectivity.
digital transformation
& economic growth
Exploring how technology serves as a key driver for economic development and prosperity across Africa.
policy & regulation
for a digital future
Focusing on the critical role of government and public-private partnerships in creating a conducive environment for technological innovation.
digital infrastructure
& connectivity
Examining the foundational networks, from mobile to data centers, that are essential for building a thriving digital economy.
data centers
& cloud computing
Focusing on the critical role of government and public-private partnerships in creating a conducive environment for technological innovation.
AI adoption
& innovation
Highlighting strategies for Africa to embrace and leverage artificial intelligence to drive progress and solve unique continental challenges.
mobile money
& financial inclusion
Exploring how the mobile sector drives financial inclusion across Africa, including mobile banking, payments, and credit, and its impact on economic development.
cybersecurity
& data protection
Focusing on the growing importance of cybersecurity measures and data protection policies to ensure a safe and secure digital environment for African businesses and citizens.
digital skills
& talent development
Highlighting the need for a skilled workforce in the digital economy, focusing on initiatives to develop digital literacy and technical skills across Africa’s youth and adult population.
Our series
speakers
Hon. Dr. Shadric Namalomba, MP
Hon. Dr. Joseph Mwanamvekha
Mayamiko Nkoloma, PhD
Dr. Angela Mjojo
Harold Msusa
Mr. Aashish Dutt
Caroline Mbugua, HSC
Mr. Lloyd Gowera
Dr. Bienvenu Comlan Agbokponto Soglo
Akim Benamara
Summit partners
Our partners and sponsors are at the heart of the Digital Africa Summit, driving collaboration, enabling innovation, and amplifying the impact of every conversation.
event partner
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Become
a sponsor
Gain unmatched visibility, connect with influential decision‑makers, and showcase your leadership to an audience that drives the continent’s digital future.
Join us as
a speaker
Share your expertise, inspire change, and shape the dialogue on Africa’s digital future at the Digital Africa Summit Malawi 2026
Why be part of the summit
Gain insights, build connections, and be part of conversations driving real change across Africa’s digital landscape.
Meet the Right Stakeholders
Connect with policymakers, regulators, MNOs, and digital infrastructure providers leading change in Malawi’s and Africa’s digital future.
Be at the Center of the Ecosystem
Connect the dots between policy, technology, and investment in Malawi, creating a space designed to break silos and build lasting partnerships across the continent.
Drive Strategic Conversations
Shape the dialogue on infrastructure, policy, and innovation in Malawi by sharing your expertise in front of the people who matter.
Amplify Your Role in Africa’s Future
Position your organisation as a key player in driving Malawi’s and Africa’s digital economy and fostering inclusive growth.
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Our
Summit Venue
The Bingu Wa Mutharika
International Convention Centre
The Bingu Wa Mutharika International Convention Centre (BICC) at Umodzi Park will host the next edition of the Digital Africa Summit, offering a central and well-connected venue in the heart of Lilongwe. Set within the Umodzi Park complex, the venue provides modern conference facilities, spacious meeting halls, and a professional environment designed for high-level discussions and networking.
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Event Agenda
Join leading policymakers, industry executives, and innovators as we explore the role of technology in shaping Africa’s digital future.
- Caroline Mbugua, HSC, Senior Director Public Policy & Communications, GSMA
- Mr. Aashish Dutt, MD Airtel Malawi
- Mr. Lloyd Gowera, CTO TNM
- Mayamiko Nkoloma, PhD, Director General, MACRA
Dr. Bienvenu Comlan Agbokponto Soglo, Spectrum Director, GSMA
Caroline Mbugua, HSC, Senior Director Public Policy & Communications, GSMA
Mayamiko Nkoloma, PhD, Director General, MACRA
Harold Msusa, Principal Secretary,
Ministry of Information and Communications Technology
Hon. Dr. Shadric Namalomba, MP, Minister of Information and Communications Technology
Hon. Joseph Mwanamvekha MP, Minister of Finance, Economic Planning and Decentralization
Dr Angela Mjojo, Director National Payment Systems, Reserve Bank of Malawi
Dr. Bienvenu Comlan Agbokponto Soglo, Spectrum Director, GSMA
Chancy Muloza Banda, Head of Programming, Zodiac Broadcasting Station.
- Harold Msusa, Principal Secretary, Ministry of Information and Communications Technology
- Mayamiko Nkoloma, PhD, Director General, MACRA
- Representative from the Ministry of Finance, Economic Planning and Decentralization
- Mr. Aashish Dutt, MD, Airtel Malawi
- Mr. Lloyd Gowera, CTO, TNM
- Azhar Saeed Malik, Digital Advisor, IDT4M, UNDP
- Moderator: Akim Benamara, Founder and Chairman, Invictus Global Media Group
Caroline Mbugua, HSC, Senior Director Public Policy & Communications, GSMA
Why Attend
Join leading policymakers, industry executives, and innovators as we explore the role of technology in shaping Africa’s digital future.
