5 reasons why over 30 CEOs are attending Sahara Sparks 2019 and so should you!
Sahara Sparks remains as the largest avenue for discussions on tech entrepreneurship and innovation in Africa.
The 2019 event is themed Africa in the Fourth Industrial revolution.
Everyone is talking about this revolution. What is it? What does it mean to Africa? Why is the 2019 Sahara Sparks (SS19) event entirely about it?
The Fourth Industrial Revolution is a fusion of the digital, physical and biological dimensions that are affecting all disciplines, economies, and industries. (Schwab 2018)
Is it true that with the rapid development of global digital economy and availability of technology the next century belongs to Africa? who knows? might be!
But one thing is certain, Africa has the opportunity to change the game by taking the lead in the value chain through shifting from just being consumers to becoming creators of these technologies.
If Africa has been able to create revolutions like the mobile money for Mpesa, and the drones for Rwanda, what more can be done if our youth are better equipped with the right skills? If our policies allow room for such innovations? If we put away emotions and allow critical thought process that will give us insight and intel on how to accept that our entire living is fused together with technology?
According to the World Bank, countries can make a quick jump in economic development by harnessing technological innovations. And this is why SS19 is entirely themed: Africa in the Fourth Industrial Revolution (Africa 4IR)
So, let’s cut to the chase, why attend Sahara Sparks 2019?
1. Front row seat to learn from our talented pool of speakers.
The event has lined up diverse speakers from different walks of life who are willing to share their experience, expertise, and knowledge. These speakers are the inclusion of decision-makers, influencers, celebrities, and government officials. Learn more about the Sahara Sparks 2019 speakers here.
2. Business Matchmaking.
Sahara sparks brings together a thousand people from the fields of entrepreneurship, technology, and innovation. This includes companies and customers, doers and thinkers, developers and freelancers, content creators and content consumers. All these people under one roof! With the right networking skills, a smiling face and a firm handshake you’ve got what it takes to rub shoulders and make a lasting connection to the right people for your career growth. As we all know it, your network is your net worth.
3. Get and capitalize on the latest updates about the technological trends in the African context.
A lot has been said about this 4th industrial revolution already. However, the African context of this revolution deems to be entirely different. How do we make the most of these technologies in a way that can tackle our real struggles? Understanding all this puts your business and career at a much better position to be ahead of your game. It is just the right gathering to keep your creative juices flowing.
4. Get exposed to the lined-up startups and corporates that will showcase their business.
As a customer, a student or just a dreamer, the gathering brings to you multiple entrepreneurs from Finland, South Africa, Nairobi and other regions in Tanzania as they showcase, exhibit and pitch what they are doing to champion the role of technology and innovation. This is a marketplace!
5. Experience Serendipitous moments
Serendipity is simply the occurrence and development of events by chance in a happy or beneficiary way. Think of the thrill of having the loudest laughs with people who understand and carry the same understanding you have about the future and earning a living. Imagine meeting different people, learning insightful lessons that keep your mind fresh and focused afterward. The side events of this event are great places to experience personalized learning as they will involve workshops and inclusive dialogues.
To learn more about the impact of Sahara Sparks over the past four years, here is an article for you!
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The countdown to the largest tech- entrepreneurship event has begun!
