Africa Technology Business Network Present Africa Pitch - 29.04.15
This is an evening pitch event aimed at showcasing high-potential, high-impact Africa-relevant startups, ideas and businesses.
We are looking for disruptive, innovative ideas and solutions that leverage technology to address the unique needs of consumers in the African market, create greater opportunities for trade with Africa and empower African businesses/entrepreneurs to access global markets.
We welcome startups, ideas and businesses across any sector with particular interest in energy, fintech, e-commerce, health and education.
This is an opportunity for the entrepreneurs pitching to receive valuable feedback on their solutions and showcase them to a wide audience of businesses, journalists, technology experts and investors.
Pitch Application is now closed. Africa Tech Pitch finalists: Safe Motos Styled By Africa, Voguepay, Yakkity_App IW_Africa Afrikstart
Our panel of judges comprising of experts from a mix of backgrounds including international business, technology, marketing, investment and finance will be announced in early April 2015.
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Manny Ajuwon is a Capital Adviser and International Trade specialist. He heads up the team at Oreed Group; specialist advisers in African Markets, representing over £1.5bn in overseas transactions and construction, working with FTSE listed businesses, speciality fund managers and private equity investors across Africa and the UK.
Event Agenda
18.30 - Registration, networking & drinks.
19.00 - Start of programme and Introduction of judging panel
19.15 - 5 minute Pitches followed by 5 minutes Q&A
20:15 - Keynote speaker
20:35 - Announcing winners & closing
20.45 - Networking drinks & pizza
21.30 - End of event
