At GITEX Global, African Youth Call for Tech Sovereignty Through Innovation,  Gov’t Backing

Addis Ababa, October 14, 2025 (ENA) -- On the second day of the 45th edition of GITEX Global, one of the world’s largest and most influential tech events, African youth entrepreneurs are making a bold impression — not only by showcasing their innovations but also by calling on their governments to increase investment in technology and innovation ecosystems back home.

GITEX has long been a Launchpad for groundbreaking ideas, and this year, it is proving to be a significant platform for young African innovators to connect with global industry leaders, investors, and partners.

Approached by the Pulse of Africa (POA) reporter in Dubai, African participants expressed their joy over the event. 

Among the many promising entrepreneurs is Blessing Aniefiok, Co-founder of Dynalimb, a Nigerian company pioneering the development of affordable 3D-printed prosthetic limbs.

 

“Dynalimb’s mission is to make prosthetic limbs more accessible to people in developing countries,” Blessing explained. “Our products are made from locally sourced materials and are customized for each patient. We want to ensure that no one is left behind due to cost or availability.”

Praising the impact of GITEX, Blessing added, “GITEX Global helps us gain visibility and connect with more partners, innovators, and distributors. It’s a fantastic opportunity. We have so many young people doing amazing things.”

Ebenezer B. Teye, a Ghanaian working as a Global Support Engineer at MONTORAPP, a South Korea-based cybersecurity company, emphasized the need for governmental support in fostering tech development across Africa.

 

“For technology to thrive in Africa, we need strong government backing,” he stressed. “There are still many grey areas—untapped, unexplored—and people are skeptical. But if governments invest, Africans will try, and they will thrive.”

Ebenezer drew parallels with Korea’s success in tech, highlighting how state investment has driven innovation. He cautioned that without ownership of the technologies they use, Africans risk losing their sovereignty.

“If African governments don’t invest in the future of technology, the next generation will be consumers of irrelevant tech rather than creators of impactful solutions.”

 

He also praised GITEX for offering invaluable exposure and insights. He said, “Because of GITEX, we see the future of cybersecurity, the future of the industry—it shows us the way forward.”

Saad Madi, Start-Up Program Manager at Morocco-based BMAQ Innovation Hub, echoed the sentiment that Africa holds enormous potential in tech innovation.

“Our mission is to incubate start-ups and help them scale, connecting them with investors,” Saad said. “GITEX plays a decisive role in creating networking opportunities. The people you meet here are ones you won’t find in ordinary settings.”

Saad emphasized the rising momentum across African nations in the fields of start-ups, artificial intelligence, and tech innovation.

“Countries like Egypt, Nigeria, Ethiopia, Kenya, and Morocco are showing incredible progress in tech. We’ve done research confirming this rising tide of innovation across the continent.”

The 2025 edition of GITEX Global has brought together over 6,500 exhibitors, 1,800 start-ups, and 1,200 investors from more than 180 countries. Africa’s participation has been especially vibrant, with several innovators, thought leaders, and entrepreneurs from across the continent showcasing their work.

As the event continues, one message resonates clearly from the African delegation: the youth are ready, the ideas are ripe, and what’s now needed is support—particularly from African governments—to turn innovation into impact.