2025 AGENDA
Time
Topic
The agenda for the conference is currently under development and remains subject to modification
10:45 AM– 11:00 AM
Welcome and Introduction by Vertex Next
11:00 AM – 11:20 AM
Opening Keynote Address:
IoT & AI as a Key Catalyst for Africa’s Digital Transformation – Driving Connectivity, Efficiency, and Innovation
Speakers:
HE. Kashifu Abdullahi – DG, NITDA
10:20 AM – 11:40 AM
Keynote Address:
Building Digital Infrastructure for Sustainable Rural Electrification in Nigeria
Speakers:
Mr. Aliyu – Rural Electrification Agency
11:40 AM – 12:00 AM
Networking & Coffee Break ☕
12:00 AM – 12:30 AM
Leadership Fireside Chat:
Strengthening the Utilities Sector with Fast Adoption of Advanced Technologies for Future-Ready Infrastructure
Speakers:
Jerome Abuda – HEAD of IT, Ikeja Electric
12:30 AM – 13:10 PM
Leaders in Armchair Discussion:
The Digital Revolution in Oil and Gas – Advancing Efficiency, Automation, and Sustainability
- Digital oilfields 4.0: Reimagining upstream, midstream, and downstream operations
- Leadership in energy transformation: Driving innovation in oil & gas and power sector
12:00 AM – 12:40 PM
Leaders in Armchair Discussion
The Digital Revolution in Oil and Gas – Advancing Efficiency, Automation, and Sustainability
12:40 PM – 14:00 PM
Lunch Break 🍽️
14:00 PM – 14:40 PM
Panel Discussion:
Redefining Connectivity – How Telecoms are Shaping the Digital Ecosystem
- Building a resilient future of e-commerce with innovation, personalization, and data-driven growth
14:40 PM – 15:40 PM
Spotlight Session:
IoT, AI, and Cloud – Key Pillars Driving the Growth of the Banking and Fintech Sector
15:40 PM – 16:00 PM
Keynote Session:
Transforming Transportation Through Technology – Innovations for Smart Mobility and Infrastructure
16:00 PM
Closing Remarks
Time
Topic
The agenda for the conference is currently under development and remains subject to modification
10:15 AM – 10.30 AM
Welcome and Recap of Day One
10:30 AM – 10:50 AM
Opening Keynote :
The Role of Privacy in Emerging Technologies
Speakers:
Dr. Ayotunde Coker – CEO, OADC | President, Africa Data Centers Association
10:55 AM – 11:15 AM
Keynote Address :
Scaling Data Centers in Africa – Powering Industries, Driving Investment, and Accelerating Digital Transformation
Speakers:
Lars Johannisson – CEO, Rack Centre
Moderator: Gbenga Adegbiji – CEO, Geniserve
11:15 AM – 11:35 AM
Networking & Coffee Break ☕
11:40 AM – 12:20 PM
Panel Discussion :
Advancing Data Centers’ Critical Infrastructures for Higher Technological Evolution
12:25 PM – 13:00 PM
Panel Discussion:
Africa Data Centers Under the Lens – Where Do the Opportunities Lie?
Speakers:
Dr. Krish Ranganathan – Africa Data Centres
13:00 PM – 13:40 PM
Lunch Break 🍽️
13:45 PM – 14:15 PM
Fireside Chat :
Unlocking the Future of Data Centers – Energy Storage and Off-Grid Solutions for Sustainable Power Supply
14:20 PM – 15:00 PM
Spotlight Session – Panel Discussion
Data Centers as the Backbone for Driving Industrial Transformation in Africa
15:00 PM – 15:40 PM
Panel Discussion
AI as a Catalyst for Data Center Growth
15:40 PM – 16:00 PM
Fireside Chat
Navigating the Future – Green Colocation Strategies & Sustainable Innovations for Next-Gen Data Centers
17:00 PM Onwards
Data Center Networking Dinner (invite only)
Time
Topic
The agenda for the conference is currently under development and remains subject to modification
10:10 AM – 10:15 AM
Welcome and Recap of Day Two
10:30 AM – 10:50 AM
Opening Keynote :
Bridging the Digital Divide – Advancing Africa’s Digital Economy with Emerging Technologies
10:50 AM – 11:30 AM
Panel Discussion :
Driving Digital Transformation in Renewable Energy – Building Smart, Sustainable, and Scalable Digital Infrastructure
11:30 AM – 11:50 PM
Networking & Coffee Break ☕
11:50 PM – 12:20PM
Fireside Chat :
Mission-Critical Power – Ensuring 24*7 Energy for Data Centers, Industries, and Smart Cities
12:20 PM – 12:40 PM
Industry Leaders Panel :
Protecting Africa’s Digital Economy – Strategies for Cybersecurity in Banking, Retail, and Public Sector Infrastructure
12:40 PM – 13:40 PM
Lunch Break 🍽️
13:45 PM – 14:15 PM
Panel Discussion:
Revolutionizing Healthcare – Harnessing AI, IoT, and Data Centers for Smarter, Sustainable Medical & Patient Care
14:20 PM – 14:50 PM
Fireside Chat:
From Click to Delivery – The Tech Revolution Powering E-Commerce
15:00 PM – 15:30 PM
Closing Session :
Embracing Technology for Africa’s Growth – Unlocking Innovation, Connectivity, and Sustainable Development
15:30 PM
Closing Remarks & End of Conference 🎤
2024 AGENDA
Time
Topic
The agenda for the conference is currently under development and remains subject to modification
10:45 AM– 11:00 AM
Welcome and Introduction by Vertex Next
11:00 AM – 11:20 AM
Opening Keynote Address:
IoT & AI as a Key Catalyst for Africa’s Digital Transformation – Driving Connectivity, Efficiency, and Innovation
Speakers:
HE. Kashifu Abdullahi – DG, NITDA
10:20 AM – 11:40 AM
Keynote Address:
Building Digital Infrastructure for Sustainable Rural Electrification in Nigeria
Speakers:
Mr. Aliyu – Rural Electrification Agency
11:40 AM – 12:00 AM
Networking & Coffee Break ☕
12:00 AM – 12:30 AM
Leadership Fireside Chat:
Strengthening the Utilities Sector with Fast Adoption of Advanced Technologies for Future-Ready Infrastructure
Speakers:
Jerome Abuda – HEAD of IT, Ikeja Electric
12:30 AM – 13:10 PM
Leaders in Armchair Discussion:
The Digital Revolution in Oil and Gas – Advancing Efficiency, Automation, and Sustainability
- Digital oilfields 4.0: Reimagining upstream, midstream, and downstream operations
- Leadership in energy transformation: Driving innovation in oil & gas and power sector
12:00 AM – 12:40 PM
Leaders in Armchair Discussion
The Digital Revolution in Oil and Gas – Advancing Efficiency, Automation, and Sustainability
12:40 PM – 14:00 PM
Lunch Break 🍽️
14:00 PM – 14:40 PM
Panel Discussion:
Redefining Connectivity – How Telecoms are Shaping the Digital Ecosystem
- Building a resilient future of e-commerce with innovation, personalization, and data-driven growth
14:40 PM – 15:40 PM
Spotlight Session:
IoT, AI, and Cloud – Key Pillars Driving the Growth of the Banking and Fintech Sector
15:40 PM – 16:00 PM
Keynote Session:
Transforming Transportation Through Technology – Innovations for Smart Mobility and Infrastructure
16:00 PM
Closing Remarks
Time
Topic
The agenda for the conference is currently under development and remains subject to modification
10:15 AM – 10.30 AM
Welcome and Recap of Day One
10:30 AM – 10:50 AM
Opening Keynote :
The Role of Privacy in Emerging Technologies
Speakers:
Dr. Ayotunde Coker – CEO, OADC | President, Africa Data Centers Association
10:55 AM – 11:15 AM
Keynote Address :
Scaling Data Centers in Africa – Powering Industries, Driving Investment, and Accelerating Digital Transformation
Speakers:
Lars Johannisson – CEO, Rack Centre
Moderator: Gbenga Adegbiji – CEO, Geniserve
11:15 AM – 11:35 AM
Networking & Coffee Break ☕
11:40 AM – 12:20 PM
Panel Discussion :
Advancing Data Centers’ Critical Infrastructures for Higher Technological Evolution
12:25 PM – 13:00 PM
Panel Discussion:
Africa Data Centers Under the Lens – Where Do the Opportunities Lie?
Speakers:
