Harry Hare, executive director, DEMO Africa (right)
Microsoft Corporation has announced it is a platinum sponsor of 2014 DEMO Africa that will be held later this month in Lagos, Nigeria. This is the third time the company would be participating in DEMO Africa through the Microsoft 4Afrika initiative.
Fernando de Sousa, General Manager Africa Initiatives at Microsoft said, “DEMO Africa has given a platform for investors to realise the enormous potential amongst African youth showcased through startups. As an organisation that has operated in the continent for over 20 years, Microsoft believes Africa’s economic take-off to long-term growth prospects will be determined by the investment decisions we make today in support of youth initiatives.”
Harry Hare, Executive Producer of DEMO Africa said Microsoft’s sponsorship will motivate startup entrepreneurs.
“We acknowledge the support of Microsoft and their efforts in uplifting young entrepreneurs in Africa. It’s this kind of support that assures us that the future is indeed bright for Africa and at DEMO Africa we are keen to make our contribution to this success,” said Hare.
HumanIPO reported in March the DEMO Africa organisers announced the event would take place in Lagos, Nigeria; the first time it has moved from its traditional host city of Nairobi, Kenya.
The organisers told HumanIPO plans for the event are not being affected by the recent ebola outbreak, and they are not worried about any interference from the disease. They also told HumanIPO this year’s DEMO Africa would feature the first African Angel Network Summit, as well as the Swell Innovation Awards
