Agenda
The 14th edition of the MIT Africa Innovate Conference, themed “By Africa, For Africa: Path to Economic Sovereignty,” will focus on showcasing African-born solutions that foster economic independence, sustainability, and global competitiveness. This year’s conference will emphasize building strong institutions and frameworks to drive transformative development across the continent.
March 1st 2025
Time | Session |
7:45 AM – 9:00 AM | Breakfast & Check-in |
9:00 AM – 9:30 AM | Opening Remarks: Welcome Address by Conference Chair |
9:30 AM – 10:00 AM | Keynote Speech |
10:15 AM – 11:15 AM | Tech & Innovation Panels: |
12:30 PM – 2:00 PM | Networking Lunch & Exhibit Hall Tour |
5:15 PM – 6:15 PM | Closing Remarks: Presentation of New Conference Chairs |
6:15 PM – 7:30 PM | Dinner & Networking |
February 28, 2025
Time | Session |
9:00 AM – 9:30 AM | Hackathon Breakfast & Check-in |
9:30 AM – 6:30 PM | Hackathon Time |
6:15 PM – 6:55 PM | Break & Transition to MIT Museum (Invited Guests Only) |
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM | MIT Africa Stakeholders & Alumni Reception Cocktail at MIT Museum |