The Ghana Digital Innovation Week (GDIW) 2023 is scheduled to take place from November 6th to 8th at the Accra International Conference Center.

The GDIW is a nationwide series of events designed to showcase and celebrate Ghana’s digital innovation ecosystem.

This event serves as a platform for various stakeholders to learn, share ideas, and build networks that can contribute to the growth and development of Ghana’s digital innovation sector.

The Israeli Ambassador to Ghana, Liberia, and Sierra Leone, H.E. Shlomit Sufa, expressed her excitement, emphasizing that each year, GDIW continues to improve and grow stronger.

She also highlighted the collaboration with strong partners like Germany, GIZ, and Ghana, which aims to support and develop Ghana’s digital innovation ecosystem. Reflecting on past events, Dr. Gordon Adomdza, a Council Member of Ghana Hubs Network, praised the GDIW for creating an ecosystem for digital innovation in Ghana.

David Ofori, Head of Operations at the National Enterprise and Innovation Programme (NEIP), emphasized the impact of the collaboration, noting that it had significantly benefited the ecosystem.

He highlighted that there are now 66 members in the Hubs Network Council, and the GDIW has inspired a snowball effect, with over 125 hubs across Ghana.

The theme for GDIW 2023, “Innovate, Collaborate, Elevate: Shaping a Future of Endless Potential,” was unveiled at the launch. The event will commence with regional events in Tamale, Koforidua, and Kumasi, climaxing with a high-profile conference at the Accra International Conference Center.

The GDIW 2023 is expected to surpass the records of the 2021 and 2022 editions, which saw over 6,000 attendees, 96 exhibitions, and 60 insightful sessions. This year’s event aims to promote digital literacy and adoption, particularly in remote areas, by involving participants from across the country.

GDIW is a collaborative effort involving the private sector, academia, policymakers, development partners, and civil society organizations, with support from the Digital Transformation Centre, a project implemented by the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) on behalf of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ).

It is also held in collaboration with MASHAV, Israel’s Agency for International Development Cooperation, the Ministry of Environment, Science, Technology and Innovation, and the Ministry of Communication and Digitalization.

Mark your calendars for November 6th – 8th, 2023, as the Ghana Digital Innovation Week returns with amplified excitement and achievements.

Following two years of over 6,000 attendees, 96 exhibitions, and 60 insightful sessions led by ecosystem actors, this highly anticipated event is ready for even more impact this year.

Ghana Digital Innovation Week (GDIW) is a nationwide series of events showcasing and celebrating milestones in Ghana’s Digital Innovation Ecosystem. This platform allows various actors to learn, share ideas and create connections to enhance the progress of the landscape.

The event is co-created and co-owned by actors from the private sector, academia, policymakers, Development Partners, and Civil Society Organizations through the support of the Digital Transformation Centre, implemented by the Deutsche Gesellschaft fur Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) on behalf of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ). It is also held in collaboration with MASHAV, Israel’s Agency for International Development Cooperation through the Embassy of Israel in Ghana, The Ministry of Environment, Science, Technology and Innovation, and the Ministry of Communication and Digitalization.

This year, GDIW will kick off with regional events in Tamale, Koforidua, and Kumasi, leading up to the three-day finale in Greater Accra. By involving participants from across the country, GDIW aims to promote discourse on enhancing digital literacy and adoption, particularly in remote areas.

Collaborations and synergies will be created as the three-day event will bring together digital policymakers, startups, corporates, intermediary organizations and grassroots across the country. The outcomes of this collaborative event will encompass networking opportunities, the creation and presentation of digital policies, and a heightened emphasis on digital transformation.

More than a festival, GDIW offers an immersive and impactful experience for all participants. At its core, the event aims to nurture the rapid growth of technology and innovation in Ghana. This year’s event will host over 30 sessions nationwide, featuring presentations and innovative displays from influential digital leaders and key players in the innovation ecosystem. With its diverse range of event options, there is something extraordinary for everyone to experience.

Join us at Ghana Digital Innovation Week 2023 and become an integral part of the digital revolution that is reshaping Ghana’s future.

For further enquiries, please visit gdiw.com.gh