GITEX AFRICA Morocco 2024: Tech giants pioneering digital transformation in
Africa will meet in Marrakech

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GITEX AFRICA Morocco 2024: Tech giants pioneering digital transformation in
Africa will meet in Marrakech

21.05.2024 / 19:30 CET/CEST
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GITEX AFRICA Morocco 2024: Tech giants pioneering digital transformation in
Africa will meet in Marrakech

Global players and African's most impactful organisations gathered to
address the media and share their contributions to the future of tech in the
region

The second edition of GITEX AFRICA Morocco 2024 ( www.GITEXAfrica.com) is
fast approaching, and anticipation is building for an event set to be a
milestone in Africa's digital transformation. Scheduled from May 29-31, 2024,
in the vibrant city of Marrakech, GITEX AFRICA Morocco will convene global
leaders, tech enthusiasts, and innovators from over 130 countries to explore
and showcase the immense potential of AI and digital technologies in driving
economic growth and societal development across the continent.

During the industry media briefing on Wednesday, May 15th, the involvement
of key exhibitors was underscored, highlighting their roles and
contributions to the event's emphasis on AI-driven innovations and digital
transformation.

Under the High Patronage of His Majesty King Mohammed VI of Morocco, GITEX
AFRICA Morocco is held under the authority of the Moroccan Ministry of
Digital Transition and Administration Reform, in partnership with the
Digital Development Agency (ADD). This premier tech event in Africa is
organised by KAOUN International, the international affiliate of Dubai World
Trade Centre (DWTC), renowned for organising GITEX GLOBAL in the UAE, the
world's largest tech and start-up event.

GITEX AFRICA Morocco 2024 will feature 1,400 exhibiting tech enterprises and
start-ups, including over 200 Moroccan start-ups from 130 countries. This
platform is essential for connecting entrepreneurs with investors, fostering
an innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem.

Global innovators eye Africa's AI, Digital Finance, and Connectivity
potential

Opening the industry media briefing, Nabil Ouchagour, Chief Brand Officer of
Huawei Morocco, emphasised the importance of AI-driven innovations in the
country and beyond: "a new chapter of intelligent transformation is
unfolding."

The leading provider of ICT (Information and Communications Technology)
infrastructure and smart devices is returning for a second year as a
headline exhibitor and sponsor of the super-connector tech event in
Marrakech. "As a Diamond Sponsor at GITEX AFRICA Morocco 2024, Huawei
reaffirms its commitment to help all industries make the most of intelligent
digitalization and the strategic opportunities presented by AI, supported by
cloud, advanced networks, and digital power technologies. Together, we can
help all industries go intelligent for a brighter digital future in Africa,"
said Ouchagour.

Similarly, Mohammed Bouhmouch, Director of Customer Success Lead for Nigeria
and Ghana of Microsoft Africa, Official AI Partner at this edition of the
powerhouse showcase, emphasized the impact of AI and cybersecurity on the
region's economic growth. Among its recent initiatives to leverage AI for
societal benefit in Africa, the company has set the spotlight on the
importance of education and develop AI literacy, helping upskill over four
million young professionals within the continent in the last five years.

"AI is a defining technology of our time. We see AI opening the door to new
opportunities in Africa through its thriving tech hubs and dynamic young
population. Our goal is that AI becomes a catalyst for sustainable progress
and improvements across many sectors on the continent," said Bouhmouch.

The global financial corporation, Visa International, was represented by
Sami Romdhane, Country Manager for Morocco, who highlighted the critical
role of digital payments for economic development in the region with the
world's youngest population. Romdhane commented: "as a global leader in
digital payments, Visa is committed to driving digital innovation and
transformation across the African continent. I am incredibly proud and
excited about our participation in GITEX AFRICA in Morocco.

"Morocco, with its growing technological landscape and strategic
geographical position, serves as an essential conduit for technological
growth and innovation in Africa and this event, which stands at the
intersection of technology and commerce, aligns perfectly with Visa's
ongoing commitment to drive digital innovation. As we showcase our latest
solutions and technologies, we look forward to engaging discussions and
fostering collaborations that can further empower consumers and businesses
in Morocco and across the continent," completed Romdhane.

Brahim Sbai, Vice President of Sales at Orange, the major telecommunications
operator in Morocco, highlighted the company's strategy to secure reliable
infrastructure and enhance network connectivity, while leveraging the
opportunities of forging impactful collaborations during this edition of the
show: "at Orange Maroc, we are thrilled to participate in GITEX AFRICA 2024,
showcasing our commitment to enhancing Morocco's digital infrastructure.

"This event is crucial for us to demonstrate our advancements in
connectivity and cybersecurity, essential for global events like the FIFA
World Cup 2030. Our recent initiatives, including establishing a sovereign
cloud and leveraging AI, highlight our dedication to data security and
technological innovation. We are excited to engage with industry leaders and
explore opportunities to drive Morocco's digital transformation forward,"
said Sbai.

Esteemed Moroccan organisations unveil their vision for GITEX AFRICA Morocco

Addressing the media, Ahmed Bennana, General Director of the Mohammed VI
International University Hospital of Bouskoura, Healthcare Innovation
partner at GITEX AFRICA Morocco 2024, and one of the most innovative
organisations providing optimal support and care for patients in Africa,
discussed the importance of intersectoral collaboration to accelerate the
advancements in AI-driven technologies for healthcare.

"I am proud to participate in GITEX AFRICA Morocco 2024. Our hospital's
commitment to integrating advanced technologies such as AI enhances
healthcare delivery and patient outcomes. GITEX provides an essential
platform for us to collaborate with global leaders in digital health, share
our innovations, and learn from the best in the industry. Together, we are
driving forward the digital transformation of healthcare in Africa,"
commented Bennana.

UM6P Ventures, the investment arm of UM6P whose mission is to accelerate
science innovation in Morocco and greater Africa, joined the stage to share
a similar mission, supporting the next generation of disruptors shaping a
more connected and inclusive digital future. "Our participation at GITEX
follows UM6P's ambitious vision to support entrepreneurship and innovation
across Africa," said Yassine Laghzioui, CEO of UM6P Ventures and Director of
Entrepreneurship and Venturing at Mohammed VI Polytechnic University. "We
are committed to fuelling start-ups from lab to market, and our ecosystem is
already set to host and boost Africa's main innovations," he said.

GITEX AFRICA Morocco 2024 will open on May 29, from 11:30am to 6:00pm, and
on 30-31 May from 10:00am to 6:00pm. Admission is for pre-registered trade
professionals only with a special invitation for students aged 16 years and
older on day three. More information is available at www.GITEXAfrica.com.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of KAOUN International.

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About KAOUN International:

KAOUN International is the independent events company and wholly owned
subsidiary of Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) established to organize and
manage events internationally. Derived from the Arabic word 'universe',
KAOUN International's mission is to 'Create Limitless Connections' for the
industries and markets in which it operates. Created to leverage the 40-year
legacy of DWTC's events management business and drive future MICE sector
opportunity in the MENASA region. KAOUN International delivers game-changing
live experiences that build robust business connections, create opportunity,
and stimulate economic growth, building on DWTC's extensive portfolio of
business and consumer events spanning multiple sectors, including
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