The conference has been rescheduled, offering an opportunity to begin 2027 with fresh momentum. It will bring together the people, ideas and partnerships driving Africa’s industrial transformation.

Held under the auspices of Senegal’s Ministry of Industry and Trade, the conference is organized by the Alliance for Industry 4.0 and Smart Manufacturing in Africa (AISMA) with the support of UNIDO and co-organized with AUDA-NEPAD.

Under the theme “Advancing Industrialization through Smart Manufacturing, Technology and Connected Value Chains for a Resilient Economy and Competitive Trade,” AFRICA 4.0 will convene policymakers, industry leaders, investors, researchers and innovators from across Africa and beyond.

The programme will feature high-level discussions, sector-focused sessions, the Africa 4.0 Tech Village and the AFRICA 4.0 Awards. These exchanges will create opportunities to share practical solutions, forge partnerships and strengthen the value chains supporting a more resilient and competitive African economy.

Save the dates and join us in Dakar from 3 to 5 February 2027.
Details on the programme, speakers and venue will be announced in due course.