In 30 days, Abuja becomes the place where Africa’s next cities take shape. Founders, policymakers, investors, engineers and students will spend three days on one big question. How do we power the cities of the future?
Abuja Tech Week 2026 runs from 24 to 26 November at the Abuja Velodrome. The theme is “Energizing Smart Mobility: Powering Cities of the Future.” Organisers expect more than 7,000 people and more than 100 exhibitors. Young Innovators of Nigeria (YIN) and the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) host it. Tickets are on sale now.
Why link mobility and energy? Each one needs the other. Electric buses, charging points and smart traffic systems all need steady power and good data. Organisers want the people who build each piece in one room. Expect talks on smart mobility, clean energy and digital innovation. There will also be sessions on AI, cybersecurity and digital infrastructure.
The week is built for action, not just talk. The plans include tech exhibitions and a Capital and Innovation Investment Forum. There will also be high-level talks on the tech ecosystem. The Nigeria Computer Society champions a National Innovation Challenge. A founder can show a product, meet investors and hear from the officials who shape the rules. A student can meet people who hire and fund.
The build-up has already begun. On 22 October, YIN and India’s High Commission held a business forum in Abuja. It looked at links between Nigerian and Indian firms. Topics included electric transport, gas fuel, digital payments and AI for transport.
The hosts say the aim is bigger than one event. Joy Buba of YIN wants “collaborative governance to build smarter, more sustainable cities.” She says mixing tech with clean energy can create jobs for young Nigerians. REA says its work now reaches beyond rural power to health, farming, transport and digital growth. Organisers want Abuja to be Africa’s top spot for tech talks.
Why it matters: Africa’s cities are growing fast. Whoever solves clean transport and steady power for them will shape how millions live. Putting energy agencies, tech firms, investors and young builders in one place can speed up deals that usually take months to set up.
Before you go: Book your ticket at abujatechweek.ng. For questions, email info@abujatechweek.ng or call 0902 507 5201. Decide who you want to meet. It could be investors, officials or partners. Prepare a short pitch for each. Founders should bring a clear one-line description of the product and a simple way for people to follow up. Arrive early on day one. Some of the best talks happen before the programme starts.
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