TLDR: Digital Encode Limited, a prominent cybersecurity and digital transformation firm, has been announced as the Platinum Sponsor for the fifth Africa Tech Alliance Forum (AfriTECH 5.0). The event, themed ‘AI and Sovereign Tech: Building Africa’s Digital Independence,’ will take place on November 13, 2025, in Lagos, Nigeria, focusing on leveraging AI and emerging technologies for Africa’s digital growth and sovereignty.
Digital Encode Limited, a leading African consulting and integration firm specializing in cybersecurity and digital transformation, has proudly secured the Platinum Sponsorship for the upcoming fifth edition of the Africa Tech Alliance Forum (AfriTECH 5.0). This significant event is recognized as one of the continent’s most influential gatherings, bringing together technology leaders, innovators, policymakers, and investors.
AfriTECH 5.0 is scheduled to be held on Thursday, November 13, 2025, at the Oriental Hotel in Lekki, Lagos, Nigeria. The forum aims to highlight the critical role of homegrown technological solutions and strategic global partnerships in fostering Africa’s sustained digital advancement.
With over two decades of experience, Digital Encode has established a robust reputation for its expertise in designing, managing, and securing complex business-critical networks, telecommunications infrastructure, and enterprise IT environments. The company has become a trusted partner for governments, financial institutions, and corporations, assisting them in enhancing their cybersecurity posture and operational resilience.
Commenting on the platinum sponsorship, Professor Obadare, Nigeria’s first Professor of Practice in Cybersecurity and the Founder and Chief Visionary Officer of Digital Encode Limited, underscored the imperative for Africa to forge its own path towards digital sovereignty. He emphasized that as Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to reshape global economies and societal structures, the continent must develop the capacity to build, govern, and secure its own digital assets and ecosystems.
“Africa’s digital future cannot depend on imported technologies or external narratives. We must establish our own frameworks for innovation, governance, and security. AfriTECH provides a unique platform to drive this conversation, aligning Africa’s digital ambitions with global best practices,” stated Professor Obadare.
The central theme for AfriTECH 5.0, “AI and Sovereign Tech: Building Africa’s Digital Independence,” is designed to facilitate discussions among key stakeholders from government, academia, and industry. Participants will explore how AI and other emerging technologies can be harnessed to promote inclusive growth, bolster data protection, encourage local innovation, and cultivate sustainable digital ecosystems across Africa.
Digital Encode’s role as Platinum Sponsor highlights its unwavering commitment to advancing Africa’s digital resilience. This involves promoting thought leadership, building local capacity, and advocating for technology-driven governance. The company’s involvement is expected to stimulate deeper conversations on crucial topics such as cybersecurity readiness, AI ethics, data governance, and the formation of strategic digital partnerships tailored to Africa’s unique socio-economic landscape.
The forum will feature a dynamic agenda, including keynote addresses, insightful fireside chats, policy dialogues, and innovation showcases, all aimed at presenting transformative ideas for Africa’s technological future. A highlight of the event will be the Africa Tech Alliance Excellence (ATAEx) Awards, a prestigious ceremony recognizing outstanding innovation, leadership, and significant contributions to Africa’s digital economy.
Mr. Chike Onwuegbuchi, Co-convener of the Africa Tech Alliance Forum, expressed profound gratitude to Digital Encode for their support. “We are deeply grateful to Digital Encode for championing indigenous innovation and demonstrating confidence in AfriTECH’s mission,” Onwuegbuchi remarked. “Their sponsorship reinforces our shared belief that Africa’s digital transformation must be led by Africans, leveraging homegrown expertise, world-class talent, and a vision anchored on sovereignty and sustainability.”
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AfriTECH 5.0 is poised to be a pivotal event, bringing together influential minds to shape the next chapter of Africa’s digital journey, with Digital Encode at the forefront of this transformative mission.
