North Star Africa

EXPAND NORTH STAR, THE WORLD’S BIGGEST STARTUP AND INVESTOR CONNECTOR EVENT, COMES TO AFRICA!

Proud contributor to the global startup ecosystem, GITEX AFRICA in partnership with North Star provides a global showcase of ideas, imaginations, and connections and an acceleration platform for startups to grow internationally

The opportunities for startups to set their products in the spotlight and to raise funds has never looked better. The most influential players in the global startup ecosystem and investors join to fund innovative startups and to provide access to world-class mentors that will push the boundaries of possibilities

400+

Global startups

250+

Leading investors & VCs

250+

Speakers

95+

Countries

Connect with 250+ Investors

From Pre-Seed to Growth stage, investors that attend are looking for the next big idea serving the African market.

Meet accelerators & incubators

Fast-track your growth with the support of the global and regional accelerators & incubators.

Network with corporates & government

Build relationships with corporate buyers and government representatives.

Find expert mentors

Get guidance, insights and advice from seasoned mentors.

Ready to grow?

Get in touch with our team today to find out how to be part of GITEX AFRICA

CONTACT OUR TEAM

ARE YOU A MOROCCAN STARTUP?

Do you have what it takes to be among Morocco’s top 100 tech startups? Unlock your full potential to join the 100 best-in-class tech startups hailing from Morocco. Apply by April 1st 2023 and seize the unique opportunity to network, collaborate and showcase your innovation to investors, tech stars, enterprises and founders.

Apply now

FAST-TRACK STARTUP GROWTH

From unicorns and scale ups taking over the stage, to pitch competitions with 100,000 USD in prize money. The most influential players in the global startup ecosystem put their products in the spotlight, to gain access to world-class mentors, find investors and grow big. Fast-track your growth with the support of the global and regional accelerators & incubators, and build relationships with corporate buyers and government representatives.

GET MATCHED WITH INVESTORS

More than 250 investors will participate in the GITEX AFRICA Investor Meeting Programme during which, investors participate in vetted and curated 1-1 matchmaking with startups based on their investment criteria. As an exhibiting startup, you will get priority opportunity to be matched with participating investors.

STARTUP CONFERENCE STAGE

Global unicorns and soonicorns share their inspiring journeys as well as practical insights on unlocking the next growth stage for their businesses. Attend 50 hours of conference programmes among creators, inventors, peers, investors, and startups identifying how to breakthrough with their newest innovations.

INSPIRING WORDS FROM THE COMMUNITY

We are joining GITEX AFRICA to grow our operations and business in Africa. Through this show, we would like to engage new partners to join our projects, support them and help us promote them on a larger scale. We are also looking for new customers, and look forward to connect with them at GITEX.

Anna Jankowiak
CEO
Grywit

As a technology enthusiast with African roots and as the CEO of Kubee Analytics, a company deeply passionate about technology and its potential to improve how humans interact in the world, I am beyond excited for the opportunity to participate in GITEX AFRICA in Marrakesh to connect and learn from the most innovative and forward-thinking tech industry leaders in Africa and worldwide.

Ibrahima Conte
CEO
Kubee Analytics

Highly delighted that the GITEX technology show is expanding its reach to Africa. Strongly believe that this collaboration between GITEX's expertise and the great development potential of countries in Africa will completely transform the continent. Our long-standing vision is to grow by helping businesses in Africa and the Middle East to be more successful and pursue their goals. We look forward to meeting many businesses and local government representatives in the heart of Africa, made possible by GITEX AFRICA!