AWTC 2026: 42 Sessions and 13 Countries Expected in Abidjan to Discuss Artificial Intelligence

Author: Salimata BANCEPublished on: October 22, 2026Country: Côte d’Ivoire
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AWTC 2026: 42 Sessions and 13 Countries Expected in Abidjan to Discuss Artificial Intelligence

The fourth Abidjan Women In Tech Conference will take place in Abidjan on December 3 and 4, 2026, featuring more than 40 speakers from 13 countries and 42 sessions. Under the theme “AI, women’s skills, innovation: driving Africa’s digital transformation,” it will address digital skills, access to funding, AI governance, and AI applications in finance, health, education, and public services. The program includes eight keynotes, five panels, three talk shows, 12 workshops, seven VIP masterclasses, and seven online sessions, with support from the Ministry of Digital Transition and Digitalization.

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