The tech scene in Africa has become vibrant and the coming up of coworking spaces and tech incubators is an emerging trend. Here’s everything you need to know about upcoming technology events in Kenya, South Africa, Rwanda and Senegal this week.
- Kenya
Frontline Sms Product Launch
When: 12th June
Where: iHub, Nairobi
FrontlineSMS is a free open source software used by a variety of organizations to distribute and collect information via text messages (SMS). They will soon be launching the FrontlineSMS Version 2 at the iHub. FrontlineSMS Version 2 is a redesign of our software built upon extensive input and feedback from those using the software across the world.
Charges: Free
Registration ends: 12.06.2012
EdTech Meetup
When: 13th June
Where: iHub, Nairobi
EdTech Meetup is an extension of the popular and successful New York City meetup for education entrepreneurs and people who love them. The group was started to create a global education media and start-up incubator environment to facilitate innovative ideas that will change the way people learn around the world. The Discussion will focus in where education and technology in Kenya is heading.
Charges: Free
Registration ends: 12.06.2012
- South Africa
Shared Services & Outsourcing Africa 2012
When: 11th – 14th June
Where: Crowne Plaza Johannesburg – The Rosebank Hotel, South Africa
Shared Services and Outsourcing Africa 2012 is an event that brings together the most senior level decision makers in the shared services and sourcing space. SSO Africa 2012 is gearing up to take you on a journey to provide the fundamental tools to further drive competitive advantage and sustainable growth to assist companies in achieving the next level of strategic value and business success through the shared services model.
Charges: Premium
Registration ends: 10.06.2012
Sponsors: Genpact, Barnstone, ReadSoft, Trintech, OBSS
TedxCapeTownED
When: 16th June
Where: Ratanga Junction MegaVu near Canal Walk, Cape Town
TEDx is a program of local, self-organized, non-profit events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. Our event is called TEDxCapeTownED, where x = independently organized TED event and ED is for Educators who convey ideas in under 12 minutes! At our TEDxCapeTownED event, live speakers and TEDTalks videos will combine with an audience passionate about education to spark deep discussion and connection.
Charges: R275
Registration ends: 15.06.2012
Sponsors: Oxford University Press, Coronation Fund Managers, Yousemble, Edunova, Supernews
- Rwanda
Live Cloud & Storage in the Cloud
When: 15th June
Where: Serena Hotel, Kigali
CIO Quarterly Executive Breakfast is a part of the CIO Executive Breakfast Series which are a platform where sector leaders from both the supply and demand side meet and interact. This month’s executive breakfast features a theme about Live Cloud & Storage in the Cloud.Software is out of date as business applications move to the Internet with the promise of more affordability, more security, more features and more accessibility in a sea of devices.
Charges: Free
Registration ends: 14.06.2012
- Senegal
West & Central Africa Com
When: 13th-14th June
Where: King Fahd Palace-Soleil De Dakar, Dakar, Senegal
Now in its 9th year, this well established 2 day conference and exhibition gathers the “movers and shakers” of the region’s digital world for strategic and innovative presentations, panel sessions and interactive debate.
Charges: African Non-Operator – US$1,299, International Operators – US$1,299, International Non-Operators – US$2,299, Regional Operators and regulators – FREE
Registration ends: 12.06.2012
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