Leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI), Green Industrialization, and Intellectual Property for Africa's Transformation

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About AIW 2024

Industrializing Africa

The Africa Industrialization Week (AIW) is a flagship initiative of the African Union, established in 2018, to advance Africa’s industrial transformation and unlock the continent’s potential in the global economy. Held annually, AIW provides a platform for fostering collaboration among policymakers, private sector leaders, international development partners, and innovators to align strategies for sustainable development.

Event Location

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

Event Date

Monday, 9 December 2024 to
Friday, 13 December 2024

Why Attend

Africa Industrialization Week 2024

This high-level gathering will feature African policymakers, industry leaders, and youth and women entrepreneurs, focusing on innovative strategies to promote intra-African trade and foster sustainable industrial growth under the AfCFTA.

Access Strategies for Adopting AI and Green Industrialization

Learn practical approaches to integrate Artificial Intelligence (AI) and green technologies into Africa’s industrial ecosystem, enhancing efficiency, sustainability, and competitiveness.

Discover Policy Recommendations and Action Plans

Engage with policymakers, industry leaders, and experts to understand actionable steps for mainstreaming AI, green technologies, and IP in national and regional development strategies.

Experience AI-Driven
Innovations

Witness groundbreaking applications of AI in industrialization and learn how these innovations are transforming Africa’s industrial landscape.

Gain Insights into Intellectual
Property (IP)

Explore how robust IP frameworks can drive innovation, technology transfer, and value addition in African industries, supporting the AfCFTA’s goals.

Network with Global and Regional
Leaders

Build connections with key stakeholders, including government officials, international organizations, private sector leaders, and innovators, fostering partnerships for industrial growth.

Opportunity to exhibit your African-made products

The Africa Industrialization Week (AIW) offers a unique platform for exhibitors to display their innovative products, connect with potential buyers, and gain international recognition.

Why Attend The

3rd African Women in Processing Forum

The 3rd AWIP Forum provides a unique platform for women entrepreneurs and stakeholders in the industrial sector to collaborate, innovate, and advance Africa’s industrialization agenda.

Learn from Women-Led Success Stories

Be inspired by exemplary achievements of women entrepreneurs in industrialization, offering insights into overcoming challenges and maximizing opportunities.Witness groundbreaking applications of AI in industrialization and learn how these innovations are transforming Africa’s industrial landscape.

Participate in Tailored Capacity-Building Workshops

Gain practical skills in leadership, market access, financial inclusion, and technology adoption through expert-led training sessions.

Expand Your Network

Connect with fellow women entrepreneurs, investors, and policymakers to build partnerships, foster collaboration, and create joint ventures that drive economic growth.

Advocate for Inclusive Policies

Contribute to discussions that influence policy changes for gender equality and inclusivity in Africa’s industrial sector.

Showcase and Discover Innovative Solutions

Exhibit or explore cutting-edge products, services, and technologies developed by women-led enterprises, promoting knowledge sharing and technology transfer.

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High-Level Session