7–10 September 2026
International Telecoms Week Africa 2026
ITW Africa is the continent's leading event for connectivity and digital infrastructure, bringing together telecom operators, carriers, hyperscalers, ISPs, data centre providers, and technology companies.
Event Details
- Date
- 7–10 September 2026
- Location
- Nairobi, Kenya
- Venue
- Radisson Blu Hotel, Upper Hill, Nairobi, Kenya
- Organizer
- techoraco Limited
- Status
- Completed
What Is ITW Africa?
ITW Africa — International Telecoms Week Africa — is the continent's primary annual event for connectivity, digital infrastructure, and wholesale telecoms. Organised by techoraco Limited (the parent company of Capacity Media and the ITW series), ITW Africa was launched as an extension of the International Telecoms Week brand into the African market, following ITW's established format of combining a conference programme with structured networking and bilateral meetings.
Held in Nairobi, Kenya — one of Africa's leading technology and business hubs — ITW Africa brings together the ecosystem of professionals building, funding, and operating the digital infrastructure that connects Africa internally and to the rest of the world. The event spans four days and covers submarine cable systems, fibre networks, mobile connectivity, data centres, satellite, cloud, and the policy environment shaping African digital growth.
The 2026 edition is expected to draw more than 1,800 connectivity and digital infrastructure decision-makers, reflecting the event's rapid growth since its launch.
Why the Event Matters
Africa is at a pivotal moment in its digital infrastructure development. Submarine cable capacity to the continent has expanded significantly, terrestrial fibre networks are extending deeper into landlocked markets, and mobile internet penetration continues to rise. Meanwhile, data centre investment from global hyperscalers and infrastructure funds is accelerating.
ITW Africa is the event where these trends converge. The participants include the submarine cable operators building and maintaining the cables that link Africa to global internet exchanges, the national carriers and ISPs managing last-mile connectivity, the data centre operators building the compute infrastructure to support digital services, and the hyperscalers and cloud providers deploying services across the continent.
For wholesale carriers and voice operators, Africa represents growing demand for international termination, especially to the continent's largest mobile markets. For UCaaS and CCaaS providers, Africa's expanding enterprise market creates demand for cloud communications platforms. ITW Africa is the event that connects all of these stakeholders under one roof.
Key Topics Covered
Submarine Cable & Cross-Border Fibre
Discussion of new and existing submarine cable systems, landing stations, and the terrestrial fibre infrastructure connecting African markets.
Mobile Connectivity & 5G
The expansion of mobile broadband, 5G deployment strategies, and the role of mobile infrastructure in connecting underserved populations.
Data Centres & Cloud Infrastructure
Investment in African data centre capacity, hyperscaler expansion, and cloud adoption across enterprise and public sector markets.
Energy & Sustainable Infrastructure
The energy challenges facing African digital infrastructure, including grid reliability, renewables, and data centre power strategies.
Wholesale Voice & Carrier Interconnect
International traffic routing, A-Z termination into African markets, and carrier-to-carrier interconnect across the continent.
Digital Economy & Policy
Regulatory frameworks, investment policy, and the enabling environment for Africa's digital economy growth.
Who Attended?
- Telecom operators and national carriers across African markets
- Submarine cable operators and fibre infrastructure providers
- International wholesale carriers and voice operators
- ISPs and regional connectivity providers
- Data centre operators and co-location providers
- Hyperscalers and cloud platform providers expanding in Africa
- Mobile network operators (MNOs) and tower companies
- Infrastructure investors, development finance institutions, and private equity
- Satellite operators providing connectivity to underserved regions
- Government and regulatory stakeholders from African telecoms authorities
What the Programme Covered
- 1,800+ connectivity and digital infrastructure decision-makers
- Conference sessions on African fibre, voice, and mobile connectivity
- Carrier and wholesale networking and meetings
- Digital infrastructure investment and market discussions
- Panels covering energy, data centres, and cloud for Africa
Event Highlights
1,800+ Delegates
One of Africa's largest annual gatherings of connectivity and digital infrastructure professionals, drawing participants from across the continent and beyond.
African Carrier Networking
Direct access to mobile operators, national carriers, ISPs, and infrastructure providers operating across Sub-Saharan Africa and North Africa.
Submarine Cable Focus
Sessions and discussions covering Africa's submarine cable ecosystem — one of the continent's most critical infrastructure investment areas.
Data Centre & Cloud Investment
Coverage of hyperscaler expansion, data centre investment, and cloud adoption across African enterprise markets.
Nairobi Hub Location
Nairobi is East Africa's leading business and technology hub, making it a natural gathering point for the continent's connectivity ecosystem.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ITW Africa?
ITW Africa (International Telecoms Week Africa) is the continent's primary annual event for connectivity, digital infrastructure, and wholesale telecoms. Organised by techoraco Limited, it brings together operators, carriers, data centre providers, hyperscalers, and infrastructure investors across the African digital ecosystem.
When is ITW Africa 2026?
ITW Africa 2026 takes place from 7 to 10 September 2026 at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Upper Hill, Nairobi, Kenya.
Who organises ITW Africa?
ITW Africa is organised by techoraco Limited, the parent company of Capacity Media, which also produces International Telecoms Week (ITW) — the global wholesale telecom industry's flagship annual event.
How large is ITW Africa?
The 2026 edition is expected to attract more than 1,800 connectivity and digital infrastructure decision-makers, making it one of the largest annual gatherings of its kind on the African continent.
What industries does ITW Africa cover?
ITW Africa covers submarine cables, terrestrial fibre, mobile connectivity, 5G, data centres, cloud infrastructure, wholesale voice, satellite, and the policy and investment environment for African digital infrastructure.
Why is Nairobi the location for ITW Africa?
Nairobi is East Africa's leading technology, finance, and business hub — home to major telcos, tech companies, and infrastructure operators. It is a practical meeting point for African connectivity professionals and provides strong international air connections for global delegates.
Why is ITW Africa relevant to wholesale and communications professionals?
Africa is an active and growing market for international wholesale voice termination, digital infrastructure investment, and cloud communications adoption. ITW Africa provides direct access to the carriers, operators, and decision-makers shaping Africa's connectivity future.
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