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The Internet Development Conference 2025 will focus on enhancing Internet infrastructure and regulatory frameworks within the IGAD region (Intergovernmental Authority on Development), which includes Ethiopia, Kenya, Uganda, Somalia, South Sudan, and Djibouti. Building on the success of the 2020 Ethiopia IDC, this event will bring together key stakeholders to address regional connectivity challenges, strengthen cooperation, and support the growth of a vibrant Internet economy.

IDC 2025 will provide a platform for knowledge sharing, professional networking, and collaboration on crucial initiatives like establishing Internet Exchange Points (IXPs) and supporting community networks in underserved areas.

The conference aims to foster a more integrated and robust Internet ecosystem in the IGAD region, promoting cross-border learning, enhancing regional cooperation, and supporting the African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCTA).

Who Should Attend?
Policymakers, ICT regulators, businesses, technologists, network engineers, international organizations, entrepreneurs, and academics will all benefit from the discussions and collaborative opportunities at IDC 2025.

This is an invaluable opportunity to collaborate, share insights, and contribute to building a more connected and prosperous digital economy Register Today!

Experience an extraordinary exhibition at Alliance Ethio-Française, where the revolutionary works of Jean-Michel Basquiat meet Ethiopian contemporary art. Impression of Africa explores shared themes of identity, resistance, and cultural reclamation, merging African, Caribbean, and African American influences with Ethiopian creativity.

Opening Hours: 1 PM - 6 PM, Tuesday to Sunday, for three months starting from December 14 at Alliance Ethio-Française
 

A three-day event spotlighting the cutting-edge tech innovations and trends revolutionizing industries worldwide. 

Future Tech Expo 2025 serves as a global hub for tech leaders, startups, and enthusiasts to explore breakthroughs in AI, Blockchain, Robotics, Cloud Computing, FinTech, E-Commerce, BPO, and more. Engage with global innovators, participate in expert-led sessions, and collaborate to shape the future of technology.

Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to connect, learn, and inspire!

Register Here

Date: February 22–24
Location: Skylight Hotel Parking
Email: Contact@futuretechaddis.com 

Call: +251 943 1417 17/ +251 925 0025 80

The Great Rift Valley Innovation Summit is a first-of-its-kind event organized by the Ethiopian Diaspora Trust Fund (EDTF) to drive tech-enabled innovation and entrepreneurship in agriculture, healthcare, and education. The summit will bring together investors, startups, job seekers, entrepreneurs, and key ecosystem players to collaborate and shape Ethiopia’s future. 

GRVS will feature a job fair, workshops and panel discussions, and a Pitch Competition, which will award $750,000 in equity free funding to 18 impactful early-stage and growth-stage startups. The summit is a unique platform for networking, learning, and scaling solutions that address Ethiopia’s most pressing challenges.

Who Can Participate?    

Startups seeking funding are encouraged to apply for the Pitch Competition. Organizations and businesses interested in showcasing their products or services can reserve a booth in the Exhibitor Hall.

AI Ethics Event Alert!
Are you interested in technology and ethics? 

Join this program at Addis Ababa University for an engaging event on the future of AI Ethics!

Date: November 29, 2024
Venue: 4 Kilo Campus, Digital Library Hall, 5th Floor
Time: 1:30 PM – 5:00 PM

Inspiring talks, thought-provoking discussions, and opportunities to network with experts and peers!

Register Here

Contact +251 92 130 7934

Startup Thursday – Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW) Edition

Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW) in partnership with the Entrepreneurship Development Institute (EDI) and the Ministry of Labor and Skills, highlighting the inspiring journeys of our SEED Program Cohort 2 startups.  

This special edition also marks the launch of the SEED Community Development Project, centered around the flagship " Startup Thursday "initiative. Designed to strengthen Ethiopia's startup ecosystem, this project fosters collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and sustainable growth by uniting key stakeholders. Together, we're building a vibrant community to empower entrepreneurs and drive progress in Ethiopia's economy.  

Be part of this inspiring event and celebrate innovation, collaboration, and growth!

- Date: November 21, 2024  
- Time: 8:00 AM – 1:30 PM  
- Location: EDI Headquarters  
 

The SEED Program, in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation and led by EDI – Ethiopia, aims to create 1 million jobs within five years by supporting startups, MSMEs, and aspiring entrepreneurs. 

Register Here 

091 141 3709

Key partners include Ethiopian Airlines Group, ACT American College (Ethiopia), Orbit Innovation Hub, and 100 TVET institutions nationwide.  

Get ready to be inspired by the next generation of innovators!
The NINJA University Startup Pitch Competition is almost here.

Date: November 16
Time: 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Venue: innobiz-K, ICT Park, Addis Ababa

Join for a day of innovation, insights, and networking opportunities!

This event features:

• A Pitch Competition highlighting innovative ideas from AAU and AASTU students.

• A Panel Discussion with industry experts addressing key challenges in university entrepreneurship and government policy.

   

Don’t miss this chance to connect with fellow innovators and potential collaborators.

Registration Link

Contact +251988334444

The Internet Society Ethiopia Chapter is thrilled to host the Pre-IDC event. This unique gathering brings together Ethiopian and African internet development leaders, policymakers, technologists, and civil society advocates to address key challenges and opportunities in internet accessibility, digital inclusion, and policymaking in the region.

The theme Internet for All Ethiopians highlights crucial discussions on enhancing internet access and digital inclusion in Ethiopia. Key topics include the development of internet infrastructure through ROAM-X IUIs, recognizing internet access as a fundamental human right and its impact on local communities, and strategies to connect underserved populations via community networks.

The summit will also address the regulatory framework governing telecom services in Ethiopia particularly concerning cloud service provision, as well as exploring various facets of digital inclusion to ensure equitable access for all citizens.

The event will be held both in-person and online, with a livestream option accessible to all participants. You can Register here to attend.