Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the Africa Technology Expo?

The Africa Technology Expo (ATE) is the continent's leading enterprise-oriented tech showcase and networking event. It focuses on deal-making, partnerships, and innovations in hard-tech frontiers (hardware, connectivity, software) to address global and African challenges. It's positioned as a high-level B2B platform for C-suite executives, enterprises, startups, and investors.

2. When and where is the next Africa Technology Expo?

The 2026 edition takes place on June 26–27, 2026, in Lagos, Nigeria, at the Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture and Creative Arts (National Theatre). It runs daily from approximately 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM WAT.

3. Who should attend the Africa Technology Expo?

It's ideal for senior executives, tech leaders, enterprise decision-makers, innovators, startups, investors, policymakers, and global companies interested in African tech markets. Attendees include those in banking, payments, fintech, telecoms, hardware, software, crypto, retail, and policy sectors looking to form partnerships or explore opportunities.

4. How can I get tickets for the Africa Technology Expo?

Tickets are available online via the official website (africatechnologyexpo.com). Options include attendee passes, exhibitor booths, or sponsorship packages. Registration is typically required in advance, with details on pricing and access on the site.

5. What happens at the Africa Technology Expo?

The event features exhibitions of cutting-edge technologies, keynote speeches, panel discussions with 100+ speakers (in past editions), networking sessions, deal-making opportunities, performances/entertainment, and showcases from 1000+ companies. It's designed for serious business alignment, transnational partnerships, and exploring Africa's growth in enterprise and emerging tech.

6. How can I exhibit or sponsor at the Africa Technology Expo?

Exhibition and sponsorship opportunities are available for companies to showcase products/services. Visit africatechnologyexpo.com/exhibit for booth bookings, partnership details, or custom packages. It's enterprise-focused, so priority goes to those driving real tech business in Africa.

7. How do international attendees get an official visa invitation letter for ATE 2026?

ATE provides official invitation letters (visa support letters) to help with Nigeria visa applications.

• It's available only after purchasing a ticket/pass
• The letter is issued as a PDF and includes event details, your name, dates (June 26–27, 2026), venue, and organizer confirmation.

Process: After buying your ticket, email tickets@africatechnologyexpo.com with your full name (as on passport), passport number, nationality, ticket confirmation/order number, and request for the invitation letter. We typically send it within a few days (often <24–48 hours for faster processing).

Use this letter when applying for Visa on Arrival (VoA) or e-Visa online at visa.immigration.gov.ng. It significantly speeds up approval (often to <24 hours for VoA).