The IoT West Africa and Data Centre Cloud Expo 2025, co-located with Power and Water Nigeria, is set to be a pivotal event for Africa’s digital economy, which is forecasted to reach $180 billion by 2025 and contribute 5.2% to the continent’s GDP. Scheduled to take place in Lagos, this three-day expo will gather key stakeholders, including government officials, industry experts, investors, and innovators, to explore cutting-edge advancements in Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence (AI), cloud computing, digital infrastructure, and energy solutions.
Vertex Next, the event organizer, emphasizes that the expo will play a critical role in accelerating Africa’s digital growth. Shitij Taneja, Managing Director of Vertex Next, assured that the expo would feature an extensive conference program, focusing on how IoT, AI, and digital technologies can transform various African industries. Attendees will examine the potential for these technologies to drive economic growth, enhance connectivity, and boost operational efficiency in sectors such as telecommunications, energy, finance, and e-commerce.
Key discussions will highlight the importance of scaling digital infrastructure and utilizing data for sustainable innovation. Experts will explore how to expand digital infrastructure and leverage it for economic development across Africa. Notably, the growing demand for secure and scalable digital infrastructure is expected to propel the African data center market to a projected value of over $5 billion by 2030. The expo will also feature high-level talks on critical infrastructure, investment opportunities, cybersecurity, and the role of AI in driving data center growth.
With Africa’s power sector undergoing significant changes, the expo will address the pressing need for smart grids, energy storage solutions, and sustainable power systems. Industry leaders are expected to discuss how IoT and AI can optimize energy utilities, manage resources more efficiently, and contribute to the development of smart, connected cities. The African Development Bank has estimated that Africa needs to invest $70 billion annually in energy and utilities to meet increasing demand, and the expo will play a key role in shaping strategies to meet these challenges.
SOURCE: THIS DAY