Africa Smart Cities Investment Summit 2024: Shaping the Future of Urban Africa!

As Africa stands on the cusp of unprecedented urban growth, with projections showing a remarkable 760 million urban dwellers by 2030, a 50% increase from 2015. This unprecedented growth presents both challenges and exciting opportunities for the development of sustainable, smart cities that foster innovation and improve the quality of life for all. The Africa Smart Cities Investment Summit 2024, in partnership with Konza Technopolis (Read More about Konza Smart City in our previous articles: https://k254nairobinews.com/search.php?q=KONZA and the International Conference on Science Parks-IASP Nairobi 2024: https://k254nairobinews.com/search.php?q=IASP

UN-HABITAT & Ministry of Information Communication and the Digital Economy , will bring together leaders, visionaries, and experts to discuss how to harness the power of technology to address these challenges and unlock the immense potential of smart cities across the continent.

Why Attend?

This landmark summit, happening from November 20th to 22nd, 2024, at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Nairobi Upper Hill, will be a vital platform for discussing the future of Africa’s cities. The summit will feature over 1,000 delegates, 18 ministers and mayors, and 99 speakers from 30 countries, all convening to explore the cutting-edge solutions and investments needed to build sustainable urban environments. Additionally, there will be 30 exhibitors showcasing transformative technologies and innovations in smart city development.

Key Thematic Areas:

• Sustainable Infrastructure and Investments: Discussions will cover smart grids, renewable energy, affordable housing, and the role of public-private partnerships in building resilient infrastructure.
• Digital Transformation and Innovation Hubs: Key insights into the role of smart city platforms, data analytics, connectivity, and innovation in driving the future of work.
• Connected and Sustainable Mobility: Exploring advancements in intelligent transportation systems, shared mobility, and traffic management.
• Water and Waste Management: Addressing sustainable water resources management, circular economies, and solutions to tackle air pollution.
• Sustainable Urbanization and Smart Living: Focusing on green building, smart governance, healthcare, education systems, and equitable development.
• Resilience and Climate Adaptation: Sessions on smart disaster preparedness, urban agriculture, and climate-resilient infrastructure design.

Special Sessions and Keynote Addresses:

• Unleashing the AI City: Crafting People-Centered Smart Cities: A session led by UN Habitat and Konza Technopolis, focusing on global best practices for creating

people-centered, AI-driven smart cities.

• Tech for Good: Powering Homegrown Innovation for Africa’s Sustainable Smart Cities: A fireside chat led by AWS, exploring how local tech solutions are helping build sustainable urban ecosystems across Africa.
• From Promises to Impact: Addressing Climate Change with People-Centered Smart Cities: With leadership from UN Habitat, IUCN, and the Global Centre for Adaptation, this session will explore how AI and smart technologies can drive climate action.
• Building an Inclusive 21st Century Workforce: Harnessing AI to Enhance the Future of Work: Discussing the role of AI in transforming the workforce and providing dignified work for all.

Key Highlights of the Event:

• 28 Sessions featuring industry leaders and key decision-makers from across the globe.
• 25 Media Houses will be covering the event, ensuring widespread engagement and discussion.
• Insightful sessions on topics ranging from smart infrastructure to AI-driven urban mobility, resilient city designs, and sustainable waste management.

Join Visionaries and Industry Leaders

The summit offers an unparalleled opportunity to connect with over 1,000 delegates, including ministers, mayors, and leaders from across the tech, government, and investment sectors. Whether you’re an innovator, entrepreneur, policymaker, or investor, the Africa Smart Cities Investment Summit 2024 will provide the knowledge, partnerships, and strategies you need to help build the future of urban Africa.

Let's unlock the potential of Africa's cities—together, we can build a smarter, more sustainable Africa.

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Story By:

Muthoka Felix,

Youth Lens Africa-YLA

Correspondence Sub-Saharan Africa

 

Compiled by:

Muhoro Pius W.

Business,Energy,Climate and International Trade Editor

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