GDIW 2024
Innovate Together: Collaborating for Digital Transformation and Impact

Ghana Digital & Innovation Week (GDIW) is a program to celebrate the accomplishment of Ghana’s digital innovation ecosystem and build momentum towards a common vision for its future development.

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Schedule
EVENT SCHEDULE

Today, what started as a small conference has turned into the unmissable rendez-vous for product people.

First Day
October 2, 2024
Second Day
October 3, 2024
Third Day
October 4, 2024
8:00 am - 9:00 am
Registration & Breakfast
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Opening Ceremony
12:10 am - 1:10 pm
Lunch
1:10 pm - 2:10 pm
Sessions
How Ashesi promotes innovation
Hosted By: Ashesi University
Venue: Committee Hall 1(CH 1)

Achieving the SDG 6.3 on Digitization
Hosted By: WSCM ( Waste Segregation & Composting Movement )
Venue: Meeting Room 2(MR 2)

Forging Collaboration to Raise the Digital Profile of African Languages
Hosted By: Bolingo Consult
Venue: Meeting Room 3(MR 3)

1:10 pm - 3:20 pm
Sessions
Driving Digital Transformation in Ghana: The DP Perspective
Hosted By: GDIW
Venue: Committee Hall 1(CH 1)

Advancing STEM Education Through Robotics
Hosted By: Bountiful Technologies Co. Ltd, Firefly IO, Inovtech Stem Center
Venue: Meeting Room 1(MR 1)

2:20 pm - 3:20 pm
Sessions
The Fourth Industrial Revolution and Emerging Technologies
Hosted By: The World Technology Forum
Venue: Meeting Room 2(MR 2)

Pathways for enhancing uptake of digital technologies and services in Ghana
Hosted By: CSIR-STEPRI, AGriDI and OACPS R&I
Venue: Committee Hall 2(CH 2)

THE IMPACT OF AI IN MODERN DAY FILM AND TELEVISION PRODUCTION
Hosted By: NDH Media
Venue: Meeting Room 3(MR 3)

3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Sessions
The Road to GDIW
Hosted By: GHN
Venue: Committee Hall 1(CH 1)

Aseb Summit
Hosted By: African Startup Ecosystem Builders
Venue: Committee Hall 2(CH 2)

ICT Professionals Skills Bill
Hosted By: International Trade Center
Venue: Meeting Room 1(MR 1)

Ghana Tech Playbook: Insights and Lessons from Leaders with 10+ Years of Experience
Hosted By: Building Bytes Podcast
Venue: Meeting Room 2(MR 2)

8:00 am - 9:00 am
Registration & Breakfast
9:00 am - 10:00 am
Recap and Reflections
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Sessions
AI-Driven Business Transformation: Leveraging Innovation and Prompt Engineering for Growth
Hosted By: Mnotify
Venue: Meeting Room 2(MR 2)

Masterclass on Ethical AI Implementation: Insights and Lessons from Germany and Ghana

Hosted By: FairForward
Venue: Committee Hall 2(CH 2)

Growing Local Businesses through an MSME Digital Gateway
Hosted By: United Nations Development Programme(UNDP)
Venue: Meeting Room 3(MR 3)

9:00 am - 3:20 pm
Sessions
Scale Up! Masterclass
Hosted By: Make-IT in Africa
Venue: Meeting Room 1(MR 1)
11:10 am - 12:10 pm
Sessions
Tech Solutions for Female Entrepreneurs
Hosted By: Ladies Entrepreneurship Club
Venue: Committee Hall 1(CH 1)

Gig Economy, Fair work and Future of work
Hosted By: Gig Economy
Venue: Committee Hall 2(CH 2)

Funding Outlook: Where investors are placing their bets in Ghana's innovation scene
Hosted By: Innovation Journal
Venue: Meeting Room 3(MR 3)

Driving Sustainable Digital transformation In Ghana’s healthcare industry through AI- oriented ERP solutions
Hosted By: Ghana Health Service, Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association, ALX Ghana and Gethsemane AI& Robotics Solutions
Venue: Meeting Room 2(MR 2)

12:10 pm - 1:10 pm
Lunch
1:10 pm - 2:10 pm
Sessions
The impact of esports and game development under STEAM education
Hosted By: Ace Gamers Esports, Esports Association Ghana, Esports Africa News
Venue: Committee Hall 2(CH 2)

Shaping the Future Innovation and Technology through Makerspaces( Policy Recommendations)
Hosted By: African European Maker Innovation Ecosystem Team
Venue: Meeting Room 2(MR 2)

Unlocking Innovation Finance: Filling the finance gap from idea to scale
Hosted By: Impact Investing Ghana
Venue: Meeting Room 3(MR 3)

The Future is Collaborative: Young Talent Leading Digital Innovation
Hosted By: MEST Africa
Venue: Committee Hall 1(CH 1)

2:20 pm - 3:20 pm
Sessions
The time efficiency and comprehension in the use of GeoGebra in teaching of mathematics in the Senior High Schools
Hosted By: Accra High School
Venue: Committee Hall 1(CH 1)

Digital freelancer training
Hosted By: International Trade Center
Venue: Committee Hall 2(CH 2)

Providing High-Quality Digital Services through Effective ICT Standards and Regulations
Hosted By: Nita and Local Government Service
Venue: Meeting Room 2(MR 2)

Enhancing Digital Transformation: Collaborative Research and Innovation between Europe and Sub-Saharan Africa
Hosted By: Hapa Space
Venue: Meeting Room 3(MR 3)

3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Sessions
Getting Ready for Roles and Opportunities: How to Ace Technical Interviews
Hosted By: CodeTrain
Venue: Committee Hall 1(CH 1)

Fostering an inclusive environment for research-driven innovation
Hosted By: RISA
Venue: Committee Hall 2(CH 2)

The Transition of EV’s in Africa
Hosted By: Xilla Inc, Solar Taxi Ltd, Chajawork Africa , Mx24 tv, Kofa technologies, IJANU Ltd
Venue: Meeting Room 1(MR 1)

Inclusive Design in Digital Media: Crafting for All Audiences- Sacre Films
Hosted By: Sacrefilms
Venue: Meeting Room 3(MR 3)

8:00 am - 9:00 am
Registration & Breakfast
9:00 am - 10:00 am
Recap and Reflections
10:00 am - 11:00 pm
Sessions
Empowering Youth-Led Climate Action Through Digital Innovation
Hosted By: Insposel Nexus
Venue: Committee Hall 1(CH 1)

Building an Equitable Data Ecosystem for AI Development in Ghana: Community or Government Task?
Hosted By: GFA Consulting Group GmbH and ACET
Venue: Meeting Room 1(MR 1)

The Future of Healthcare: Trends, Challenges, and Opportunities
Hosted By: Rivia and Dr Do Good
Venue: Meeting Room 2(MR 2)

Youth-led Innovation:Uncovering the Potential of Digital Public Goods
Hosted By: MEST Africa & UNICEF Ghana
Venue: Committee Hall 2(CH 2)

Robotics and AI training
Hosted By: Appipa Solutions
Venue: Meeting Room 3(MR 3)

10:00 am - 3:20 pm
Sessions
Youth-led Innovation: Uncovering the Potential of Digital Public Goods
Hosted By: MEST Africa & UNICEF Ghana
Venue: Committee Hall 2(CH 2)
11:10 am - 12:10 pm
Sessions
Shaping Narratives: The Transformative Power of Digital Content Creators in Africa
Hosted By: Avance Media
Venue: Committee Hall 1(CH 1)

The Tech Ecosystem in Benin: The Women's Perspective
Hosted By: DTC Benin
Venue: Meeting Room 2(MR 2)

Unlocking Intra-Africa Trade: Powering AfCFTA Success through Digital Innovation
Hosted By: Ghana Chamber of Technology
Venue: Meeting Room 3(MR 3)

Partnership for Growth: Scaling African Startups Beyond the Cash
Hosted By: Djembe Consults and Futurelist
Venue: Meeting Room 1(MR 1)

12:10 pm - 1:10 pm
Lunch
1:10 pm - 2:10 pm
Sessions
Protecting Ownership of your Creation in an AI World
Hosted By: AB & David
Venue: Meeting Room 1(MR 1)

Update on Timbuktu Project
Hosted By: United Nations Development Programme(UNDP)
Venue: Committee Hall 1(CH 1)

Empowering Communities through Coding and Robotics: Shaping the Future of Digital Innovation
Hosted By: Creation Unite
Venue: Meeting Room 2(MR 2)

2:20 pm - 3:20 pm
Sessions
Mindfulness for Entrepreneurs & Tech Professionals
Hosted By: Afrodata Academy, Ghana Health service, Youth Without Borders Ghana
Venue: Meeting Room 1(MR 1)

Integration of Digital Skills and Innovation in the Curriculum.
Hosted By: GhanaThink Foundation
Venue: Committee Hall 1(CH 1)

3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Closing Ceremony
4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
After Party
WHATS ON
The Road to GDIW 2024

Join us at a location near you for an unforgettable experience!

Northern Region
Join us on 3rd September 2024, as we bring the GDIW24 experience to Tamale, hosted by HoPin Academy at the Radach Hotel.
Upper West Region
The journey continues on 5th September 2024, in Wa, hosted by Noni Hub at the Wa Regional Library. This event offers a platform for learning, networking, and discussing the digital future of the Upper West Region.
Ashanti Region
On 10th September 2024, we bring GDIW24 to Kumasi, hosted by She Hub at the Great Hall of Kumasi Technical University. Don’t miss the chance to be part of discussions on how digital transformation is shaping the Ashanti Region.
Bono East Region
Join us in Techiman on 12th September 2024, where AgriCo Hub will host the event at Bonokyempem Hall. Explore how digital innovation is driving progress in the Bono East Region.
Eastern Region
On 17th September 2024, GDIW24 comes to Koforidua, hosted by Jokoem at GNAT Hall. This is your opportunity to connect with innovators and learn about digital advancements in the Eastern Region.
Western Region
Our regional events culminate on 19th September 2024 in Takoradi, hosted by Duapa Workspace at Takoradi Mall. Join us to be part of the digital transformation discussions in the Western Region.
Become A Partner

We welcome sponsorships and partnership with key organizations and companies
interested in the innovations and growth within the tech ecosystem.

Speakers
Speakers

Hear inspiring talks, meet the best selected speakers, and get inspired after the event!

Special Guests

Hon. Ophelia Mensah-Hayford

[Minister for Environment, Science, Technology and Innovation]

Franziska Jebens

[Head of Development Cooperation, German Embassy]

Keith McMahon

[Deputy High Commissioner British High Commission, Accra]

Patricia Obo-Nai

[CEO, Telecel Ghana]

Charles Abani

[UN Resident Coordinator]
Session Hosts

Gideon Brefo

[Hapa Space]

Winifred Kotin

[GFA Consulting Group GmbH (GFA)]

Nana Yaa Arthur

[Djembe Consultants]

Emmanuel Clifford Gyetuah

[Bolingo Consult]

Edward Asare

[Avance Media]

Harry Buernortey Agbugbla

[Accra High School]

Jonathan Kennedy Sowah

[InovTech STEM Center]

David Addo Gyan

[Ndh Media Consult]
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299.99
[Main Conference]

2 days

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  • Access to 1000+ talk
  • Access to exhibition floor
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399.99
[Conference + Workshops]

3 days

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  • Access to 1000+ talk
  • Access to exhibition floor
  • Access attendee database
  • Email support
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PLAYBACK
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GDIW celebrates milestones in Ghana’s Digital Innovation Ecosystem

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