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Ontario ICT Export Business Mission to GITEX Africa 2026


Sector: ICT

Market Region: Middle East and Africa

Date: April 7, 2026 to April 9, 2026

The Government of Ontario, is proposing a potential ICT Export Business Mission to GITEX Africa 2026.

As one of the largest and most influential Africa-focused technology and ICT events in the world, GITEX Africa serves as a continental platform for digital transformation, connecting global tech leaders, investors, policymakers, and innovators. The event covers multiple sectors including ICT, AI, fintech, Health Tech, agritech, cybersecurity, smart cities, and data economy. It accommodates over 45,000 Visitors, and over 1400 Exhibitors from 130 countries. It is Africa’s largest tech and startup event, offering continental reach beyond one region. The event provides direct access to investors, government buyers, and tech hubs from 54 African countries. 

Joining the potential Ontario mission to GITEX Africa represents an excellent opportunity for Ontario companies with IT, Telecommunications, and Artificial Intelligence solutions interested in the African market. The event provides a unique platform and unrivaled visibility to access potential clients and partners from Morocco and the entire African market and Middle East region too.

The mission program will include:
- Sector Briefing Session
- 1:1 export advice and consultation
- Turn-key exhibit space within the Ontario/Canada pavilion
- Curated B2B matchmaking program 
- Company listing (as an exhibitor) on the event website
- Networking event
- Company listing in the Ontario SourceFromOntario website
- Marketing support including a listing in the company directory
- In-market follow-up and support

Mission Registration Fee: $ 2,985
Express Interest by: February 15, 2026

Organisation

Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade

Contact

Qudsi, Eyad
Email: Eyad.Qudsi@ontario.ca
Tel: +1 416-627-2106

Updated: March 25, 2026
Published: January 7, 2026