AFRICA DIGITAL & ONLINE MEDIA AWARDS · 4TH & 5TH EDITIONS

Put your brand at the heart of Africa’s digital gathering.

2026 theme: “Digital civilisation: building a sovereign, innovative and united Africa”. A day held under the aegis of the African Union, in front of the continent’s public decision-makers, investors, media and startups.

THURSDAY 17 DECEMBER 2026 Ivoire Meeting — Sofitel Abidjan Hôtel Ivoire Conference morning 8:00–14:00 · Gala dinner from 19:00
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Held under the aegis of the African Union, with Côte d’Ivoire’s Ministry of Digital Transition and Technological Innovation and Ministry of Communication.

30+participating countries
2,000+attendees at the conference morning
400guests at the prestige gala dinner
50+media outlets covering the event
200+nominees
2M+people reached by the campaign
Why partner with us

More than visibility: a place at the heart of Africa’s digital ecosystem.

International reach

Your brand linked to a continental event held under the aegis of the African Union and backed by two ministries.

High-level B2B audience

Direct access to public decision-makers, investors, startup founders and digital experts.

A committed leader

Position your company as a driver of development, innovation and digital sovereignty in Africa.

Business opportunities

Networking sessions and B2B breaks to start lasting partnerships.

Talent pipeline

Early sight of the most promising tech projects, digital media and innovations on the continent.

Social impact and CSR

Sponsor award categories dedicated to young people and women-led initiatives.

Two key moments

Your brand on show from 8 in the morning until the after-party.

Conference morning

8:00–14:00 · 2,000+ attendees
  • Opening ceremony: official speeches, honouring the special guest country (India), tributes.
  • High-level keynote by Mr Denis Charles KOUASSI, Director General of CNPS.
  • Panel 1: AI, data and technological sovereignty. How can Africa take control of its digital future?
  • Panel 2: in the age of AI and disinformation, how do we rebuild trust in information?

Prestige gala dinner

19:00–23:00 · 400 guests
  • Address by the Lead Sponsor, in the official programme right after the opening.
  • B2B networking break: 20 minutes of introductions between guests.
  • Awards ceremony: Web Information, Digital Innovation, and the Fatou Yatabaré and Tech Africa Grand Prix presented by the Ministers.
  • After-party and premium networking, with press interviews and official photos.
The audience

A qualified, engaged and influential audience.

Age range17–60

A young, active and experienced audience that reflects Africa’s diversity.

Campaign reach2 million+

people reached on Facebook, X, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube and TikTok, plus billboards in Abidjan and major cities, and 100+ media outlets involved.

Interests
AI & emerging techMedia & communicationEntrepreneurship & innovationEducation & trainingAfrican developmentCulture & content creationEnvironment & sustainabilityGovernance & cybersecurity
Sponsorship packages

Choose your level of commitment.

All amounts are in CFA francs (FCFA), tax included.

Selected package

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    Sponsor an award

    2 Grand Prix and 27 thematic awards to carry your name.

    Showcase your CSR commitment by attaching your name to a category: youth, women-led initiatives, digital sovereignty, AI, cybersecurity, education.

    GRAND PRIX

    Tech Africa

    The highest award for digital innovation, presented by the Minister of Digital Transition.

    GRAND PRIX

    Fatou Yatabaré

    The highest award for web information, presented by the Minister of Communication.

    CATEGORY · 12 AWARDS

    Web Information

    Digital media, journalists, fact-checkers, content creators, podcasts and influencers.

    CATEGORY · 15 AWARDS

    Digital Innovation

    Digital transformation, AI and cybersecurity, social impact, youth and digital education.

    A growing event

    From 2021 to 2026, four gatherings in Abidjan.

    20211st editionTwo-day fair at Espace CRRAE-UMOA, Plateau: talks, panels, exhibition, training.
    20232nd editionGala evening at the Casino of Sofitel Abidjan Hôtel Ivoire, 6 honorary awards.
    20243rd editionSofitel ballroom, guest country: United States, 13 honorary awards, 4 masterclasses.
    20264th & 5th editionsIvoire Meeting at the Sofitel, guest country: India. Conference morning and gala dinner.
    Our partners

    Join the official 2026 partners.

    INSTITUTIONAL
    • African Union
    • Ministry of Digital Transition and Technological Innovation
    • Ministry of Communication
    REGULATORS
    • HACA
    • National Press Authority (ANP)
    • ARTCI
    LEAD SPONSOR
    • CNPS
    STRATEGIC
    • Air Côte d’Ivoire
    • Côte d’Ivoire Tourisme
    • ASDM
    • CCI Côte d’Ivoire
    Become a sponsor

    Let’s talk about your partnership.

    The PNCI team will call you back to build an offer that fits your goals.