Top Africa’s IT Stakeholders Converge In Lagos To Discuss Future

By Bukar BOLORI

Leading industry leaders, tech enthusiasts, entrepreneurs, and innovators from across Africa are to converge in Lagos to discuss the continent’s digital transformation and future trends.

The event organised by CWG Plc, a leading technology solutions provider in Africa, marking the return of the company’s technology and innovation conference, Texcellence 3.0, is scheduled to take place on October 11, 2024, at the Balmoral Events Center, Lagos.

This year’s event, themed “Revealing Tomorrow,” is set to bring together industry leaders, tech enthusiasts, entrepreneurs, and innovators from across Africa to discuss the continent’s digital transformation and future trends.

Texcellence in its third year, has solidified its place as the largest platform for thought leadership and groundbreaking discussions around the integration of technology into various sectors across Africa. This year’s edition will focus on the evolving role of technology in finance, telecoms, government, and energy industries alongside emerging trends in AI, automation, and digital infrastructure.

Key highlights of Texcellence 3.0 include:
Panel Sessions with Industry Giants: The conference will feature sessions such as “Leading Financial Institutions into the Future,” where top executives from Zenith Bank, FCMB, EcoBank, and Wema Bank will discuss how technology is reshaping the financial sector.
Spotlight on Innovation: Texcellence 3.0 will explore new technologies like AI, cloud computing, and data analytics that are driving efficiency and sustainability in various sectors.
Networking and Collaboration: With over 500 attendees, Texcellence 3.0 will provide opportunities for startups, policymakers, and industry leaders to network and form strategic partnerships.
Keynote Speakers at the conference include prominent figures in Africa’s tech ecosystem, including government representatives, CEOs, and thought leaders who are driving the continent’s tech agenda.
Speaking on the event, the CWG Plc Group Chief Executive Officer/ Managing Director, Adewale Adeyipo, expressed the importance of Texcellence as a catalyst for driving Africa’s tech future.

He said: “Texcellence is more than just a conference. It’s a movement that brings together visionary leaders to chart the path forward for Africa’s digital economy. Our goal is to empower organizations and individuals with the knowledge and tools they need to thrive in a technology-driven future.”