Africa Curious? An Intro to Tech & Innovation Opportunities in Africa

Africa Curious? An Intro to Tech & Innovation Opportunities in Africa realiza-se a 20 de outubro de 2026, Lloyds, em Birmingham.

As part of Birmingham Tech Week 2026, join us for an afternoon exploring opportunities at the intersection of African and UK tech ecosystems. Africa is home to some of the world’s most dynamic and vibrant tech ecosystems, offering groundbreaking opportunities to collaborate with entrepreneurs and innovators in fast-growing markets. This event is for founders, investors, businesses, ecosystem leaders and enthusiasts to explore how stronger connections between regional ecosystems can create pathways for innovation, investment, and inclusive economic development. What we’ll discuss How African founders and innovators are building globally scaling businesses Opportunities for UK-Africa innovation and commercial collaboration Investment, finance and support for businesses looking to grow internationally How regional ecosystems can build stronger connections, partnerships and pathways for growth The role of businesses, institutions and ecosystem leaders in enabling inclusive growth. AGENDA 15:00 | Arrival Refreshments and informal networking. 15:30 | Welcome and intros Khalia Ismain (Social Sustainability Director, Lloyds) - Welcome to Lloyds. Richard Lowe (Tech West England Advocates) & Ama Williams (Tech Ghana Advocates) - Welcome from TWEA 15:40 | African innovation: The bigger picture Richard Lowe, (Tech West England Advocates) - The power of international tech communities. Kenechi Okeleke (GSMA Intelligence) - The growth and diversity of African tech ecosystems, their global significance and emerging opportunities. 16:10 | People, technology and emerging opportunities Tobi Aromire (Young People In Tech) with insights from Obi Umegbolu (AI for Africa Think Tank) - AI and emerging technologies, entrepreneurship, skills, education and the future of work. 16:30 | From opportunity to action: Trade, finance and international growth Paul Warrington (Lloyds) - Access to finance and the support businesses need to grow internationally. With insights from Hannah Williams (Department for Business and Trade) on cross-border entrepreneurship, investment, partnerships, UK trade and business support. 16:50 | Audience reflections and closing remarks Key takeaways, questions and opportunities to continue the conversation. 17:00 | Networking reception Refreshments and informal conversation. 17:30 | Event close About Event Kindly hosted in partnership with Lloyds; this event is being lead and organised by Tech West England Advocates in collaboration withi Tech Ghana Advocates and Tech Nigeria Advocates - bringing together networks from across the Global Tech Advocates community. About Tech West England Advocates Tech West England Advocates is a not-for-profit organisation founded by Richard Lowe , Managing Director, Hewlett Rand . We are one of forty-eight Global Tech Advocates communities, forming an inclusive network of tens of thousands of tech entrepreneurs, investors, and experts worldwide. We support startups, scaleups, and established tech companies, helping them connect across international tech ecosystems. As a community, we showcase the best tech innovations from West England, fostering growth and global expansion while strengthening connections with the wider UK and Global Tech Advocates networks.Our work relies on the generosity of our partners and community. If you are interested in sponsoring or partnering with us, please contact: contact@techwestenglandadvocates.co.uk