AI Expo Africa 2026

Artificial Intelligence

Back for its 9th edition, AI Expo Africa is the largest Enterprise AI & Intelligent Automation trade event and conference in Africa. AI Expo Africa 2026 will run 28th- 29th Oct 2026 in Johannesburg South Africa at the prestigious Sandton Convention Centre, uniting 3500+ decision makers, investors, buyers, suppliers, innovators, SMMEs and global brands. Learn more about sponsoring, speaking & tickets here >> www.aiexpoafrica.com

AI Expo Africa 2026 will be an IN-Person ONLY event. Engage in our four track speaking programme, watch demonstrations and learn about Enterprise case studies and the application of smart tech solutions in Business & Government TODAY. Discuss your deployment challenges, hear about latest best practice and ethical considerations allied to the vibrant innovation and start up ecosystem driving the AI deep tech industry in Africa.

For the 9th Edition our 2026 Programme will have the following elements……

  • 2 Day Trade Expo
  • 10,000 Sq Foot Expo Hall
  • Expected footfall ~3500+ delegates
  • 110+ vendors showcasing products & services
  • 8 networking sessions
  • 4 Track speaking programme 52 talks & panels
  • 8 CPD Accredited workshops (200 delegates per class)
  • 2 Plenary Keynote Sessions
  • 8 Private CxO Round Table Vendor Briefing Sessions
  • 8 Track Keynotes
  • Women in AI Pavilion
  • SA AI Association Pavilion
  • Startup Zone + Investor Match Making
  • R&D Zone
  • Robot & Drone Zone
  • AI TV Media Lounge
  • Fully catered VIP lounge
  • The Meetup Bar
  • The Networking Boma
  • Private VIP opening reception
  • Extended evening networking reception
  • DJ & Selfie Zone
  • The Book Shop

Overview

Oct 28 - 8:00 - Oct 29 - 17:30
Organizer AI Media Group
Website Visit website
Location Sandton Convention Centre
Sandton Convention Centre, 161 Maude St, Sandown, Sandton, South Africa
Targets Africa, Americas, Asia, Australia and New Zealand, Europe, Micronesia
Sectors
Artificial intelligence, Big data, Blockchain, Cloud solutions, E-learning, EdTech, Internet of things (IoT), Machine learning, Quantum computing, Smart city solutions, Software as a Service, UAVs (drones), Virtual reality
SDG (4)
17. Partnerships to achieve the Goal, 4. Quality Education, 8. Decent Work and Economic Growth, 9. Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure