The maiden edition of Immersive Festival of Technology (IMFEST) 2024 will be held in Ghana today, September 18, 2024 at the Labadi Beach Hotel, Accra.
The event promises to be a groundbreaking convergence of technology, sustainability, and innovation, bringing together key industry players, visionaries, and changemakers from across the globe to explore the transformative potential of immersive technologies (XR) and emerging tech.
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IMFEST was conceived as a response to the rapidly growing immersive technology ecosystem, aiming to empower Africa’s youth, tackle climate change, and connect global innovators to shape a sustainable future.
With a focus on uplifting Africa’s position in the global tech space, IMFEST seeks to foster collaboration, knowledge sharing, and investment opportunities, addressing significant global challenges such as healthcare, education, agriculture, and infrastructure.
Speaking about the vision behind IMFEST, Roger Tang, Founder of IMFEST Foundation, said: “IMFEST is not just about tech; it’s about driving real-world solutions that positively impact lives and communities. By fostering innovation, we aim to build a bridge between Africa and the global tech ecosystem, empowering youth, addressing climate change, and creating a sustainable future through immersive technologies.”
The inaugural event under the theme, “Empowering Africa’s Tech Landscape: Bridging the Gap and Seizing the Future,” will feature prominent thought leaders and industry experts, such as seasoned investigative jounarlist, Anas Aremeyaw Anas, who will speak on journalism ethics and artificial intelligence (AI), founder and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of We Don’t Have Time, Ingmar Rentzhog, to speak on climate action.
Other speakers are Executive Director of Kosmos Innovation Center, Benjamin Gyan-Kesse, Nick van Breda and the CEO of Biolegal, Nikolet Zwart.
IMFEST 2024 will offer deep insights into maximizing technology in areas such as climate change, featuring sessions on clean energy, water management, and green technology solutions.
The event will also explore sustainable development by examining how technology can help achieve the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Additionally, it will provide a platform for education and empowerment, with discussions focused on equitable access to education and youth empowerment through digital innovation. In the fields of agriculture and horticulture, the event will showcase innovations in sustainable farming practices, food systems, and automated farming technologies.
The event will include keynote speakers, panel discussions and exhibitions. Participants will engage in hands-on workshops unlocking digital skills for schools and extended reality (XR) as new learning tools.
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IMFEST 2024 is set to position Ghana as a global tech hub while contributing to economic growth, innovation, and sustainable development in the African region.
For more information, please visit www.imfest.org
