Dubai: On the second day of the 45th edition of GITEX Global, one of the world’s largest and most influential tech events, African youth entrepreneurs are making a bold impression – not only by showcasing their innovations but also by calling on their governments to increase investment in technology and innovation ecosystems back home.
According to Ethiopian News Agency, GITEX has long been a launch pad for groundbreaking ideas, and this year, it is proving to be a significant platform for young African innovators to connect with global industry leaders, investors, and partners. Approached by the Pulse of Africa (POA) reporter in Dubai, African participants expressed their joy over the event.
Among the many promising entrepreneurs is Blessing Aniefiok, Co-founder of Dynalimb, a Nigerian company pioneering the development of affordable 3D-printed prosthetic limbs. Blessing explained that Dynalimb’s mission is to make prosthetic limbs more accessible to people in developing countries, with products made from locally sourced materials and customized for each patient.
Praising the impact of GITEX, Blessing added that the event helps them gain visibility and connect with more partners, innovators, and distributors. He emphasized the opportunities for young people doing impressive work.
Ebenezer B. Teye, a Ghanaian working as a Global Support Engineer at MONTORAPP, a South Korea-based cybersecurity company, emphasized the need for governmental support in fostering tech development across Africa. He highlighted the importance of strong government backing for technology to thrive and drew parallels with Korea’s success in tech, noting how state investment has driven innovation.
Ebenezer cautioned that without ownership of the technologies they use, Africans risk losing their sovereignty. He warned that without investment, the next generation might become consumers of irrelevant tech rather than creators of impactful solutions. He also praised GITEX for offering invaluable exposure and insights into the future of cybersecurity and the industry.
Saad Madi, Start-Up Program Manager at Morocco-based BMAQ Innovation Hub, echoed the sentiment that Africa holds enormous potential in tech innovation. Saad emphasized the role of GITEX in creating networking opportunities and noted the rising momentum across African nations in start-ups, artificial intelligence, and tech innovation. He cited countries like Egypt, Nigeria, Ethiopia, Kenya, and Morocco as showing incredible progress in tech.
The 2025 edition of GITEX Global has brought together over 6,500 exhibitors, 1,800 start-ups, and 1,200 investors from more than 180 countries. Africa’s participation has been especially vibrant, with several innovators, thought leaders, and entrepreneurs from across the continent showcasing their work.
As the event continues, one message resonates clearly from the African delegation: the youth are ready, the ideas are ripe, and what’s now needed is support-particularly from African governments-to turn innovation into impact.