Enugu Tech Festival 2026
Coal to Code: Energy in New Form
International Conference Center, Enugu State
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Mark your calendars for an unforgettable experience
50K
Attendees
18+
Speakers
37+
Investors
50+
Startups
Why Attend ETF 2026?
Whether you're an attendee, startup, investor, or looking to partner, we have something for everyone
Attendee
Experience the future of African tech innovation
- Access to all sessions
- Networking opportunities
- Exhibition access
Startup
Pitch your ideas and connect with awesome investors
- Pitch competition entry
- Investor meetings
- Mentorship sessions
Investor
Discover promising African tech startups & the ecosystem
- Exclusive deal room access
- Curated startup pitches
- Private networking
Sponsorship
Amplify your brand to seasoned tech leaders
- Brand visibility
- Speaking opportunities
- Exhibition space
Partnership
Collaborate to build an innovative future
- Strategic alignment
- Co-creation opportunities
- Resource sharing
Conference Programs
Four major tracks designed to maximize your learning and networking experience
Featured Speakers
Learn from industry leaders and innovators
Dr. Peter Ndubuisi Mbah
Executive Governor of Enugu State
Dr. Prince Lawrence Ezeh
Hon. Commisioner of Innovation, Science and Technology, Enugu State
Dr Kingsley Tochukwu Udeh
Minister for Innovation Science & Technology
Hon. Ayodele Olawande
Minister for Youth Development
Leo Stan Ekeh
Founder and Chairman of Zinox Group
Ugochukwu Aronu
CEO of Assetchain
Amb. Anna Westerholm
Ambassador of the Kingdom of Sweden to Nigeria
Gossy Ukanwoke
Managing Director of Kingmakers
Liliana Caimacan
Academic and Strategy Consultant
Dr. Nnamdi Ogbuke
Lecturer in Operations and Analytics
Onyekachi Christian Oparah
Zoho Corporation for West Africa
Eke Urum
Founder and CEO of Risevest
Hakeem Adeniji-Adele
Managing Director eTranzact International PLC
Dr Aminu Maida
Executive Vice Chairman Nigerian Communications Commission
Napa Onwusah
Managing Partner at B4B Partners
Dr. Harrison Obiefule
Lead,Solana Superteam NG
Daniel Felix
CEO Nectarfi
Chibie
Co Founder and CEO, Paycrest
Event Schedule
Four days packed with learning and networking
Opening & Ecosystem Alignment Day
Set the tone with vision, policy alignment, and ecosystem confidence.
Theme
A visionary opening focused on policy direction, shared goals, and ecosystem confidence across stakeholders.
Key Elements
Opening Ceremony • Global Keynotes • Policy Roundtable
Flagship
Opening Ceremony — the official kickoff with keynote momentum.
Audience
Government leaders, partners, and media shaping the ecosystem narrative.
Investment, Startups & Talent Day
Capital meets talent — deal-making, upskilling, and startup momentum.
Theme
A growth-focused day for investment, talent development, and practical training that moves ideas into action.
Key Elements
Deal Room • Trainings • Startup Panels
Flagship
Deal Room — curated meetings and investor-startup matchmaking.
Audience
Startups, investors, founders, professionals, and emerging talent.
Emerging Tech & Web3 Day
Builders’ day — future tech discussions, live builds, and demos.
Theme
Deep dives into emerging technology—AI, blockchain, and Web3—paired with hands-on building and showcases.
Key Elements
Web3 Panels • Hackathon • Demos
Flagship
Web3 Day — community, innovation, and product experimentation.
Audience
Builders, Web3 community, innovators, and technical teams.
Showcase, Awards & Culture Day
Celebrate outcomes — demos, awards, and cultural moments to close strong.
Theme
A closing day focused on results, recognition, and celebrating the future through awards and cultural experiences.
Key Elements
Demo Day • Awards • Cultural Shows
Flagship
Design Thinking Final & Awards — spotlighting the best innovations.
Audience
Everyone — stakeholders, partners, speakers, builders, and the community.
Our Sponsors & Partners
Supported by leading technology companies and organizations
What Attendees Say
Hear from past participants about their ETF experience
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