AfricaNXT 2022
Monday, February 28, 2022
THE GRAND RE-OPENING: #AFRICANXT 2022
10 years in the making ... Join us for the grandest of openings!
Having been forced to sit out 2021, we CANNOT wait to re-open our doors and welcome everyone back to our campus. This opening day is extra special because we're celebrating 10 years of being a part of Africa's tech ecosystem.
You definitely don't want to miss this session, we'll be jump-starting the week in the most awesome way possible. Be sure to arrive early.
After the opening presentation join our Executive Director Ngozi Odita, the #AFRICANXT team and special guests for lite bites, coffee, & networking
#PROTIP ... Arrive early to beat the registration and badge pick-up rush.
Please be advised as per COVID-19 Protocols, everyone will have to go through a health screening before entering the venue.
This session is hosted by AfricaNXT
EXECUTIVE LUNCH SOCIAL
This session is for STAKEHOLDER + GlobalCONNECT badge holders only.
Good Food. Great Conversation. Connect with your fellow ecosystem builders over lunch. Stop by the Premium Lounge for lunch & networking.
This session is hosted by AfricaNXT
THE FUTURE OF WORK: EXPLORING PATHWAYS TO CAREERS IN THE DIGITAL AGE
This session is focused on discussing the Future of Work and explores pathways to careers in the Digital Age.
According to US-based management consulting firm Korn Ferry, there will be a global shortage of more than 85 million tech workers, representing $8.5 trillion in lost annual revenue. The research further shows that the United States and Russia are expected to be short of 6 million workers each, while China could face a deficit of 12 million workers. Other economies expected to be hit hardest are Brazil, Indonesia, and Japan, facing shortages of up to 18 million workers apiece.
This shortage is expected to become more acute in the coming years as technology continues to play a pivotal role across industries and every aspect of business. The demand for highly-skilled tech workers would keep increasing as there continues to be a deficit in supply.
How can young Africans tap into these opportunities of the Future of Work and how can they unlock a path to prosperity for themselves?
Our panel will deep dive into:
[1] Exploring opportunities across sectors and industries in the Digital Age
[2] Tips and tricks to choosing a career path
[3] The role of transferable skills in your chosen career path.
Charting your learning pathway.
[4] Finding tools and resources to learn online
[5] Taking advantage of Tech-focused student Loans to Upskill
This session is hosted by SkillUp Africa
OPENING NITE MIXER
It's a celebration! Happy #AFRICANXT!
Please join us in the Creators Hub to celebrate the opening night of #AFRICANXT 2022. This will be an excellent opportunity to network with attendees and chat with our conference speakers, event organizers and international delegates.
Complimentary small chops and drinks.
All #AFRICANXT badge holders will be admitted.
This session is hosted by AfricaNXT
Tuesday, March 1, 2022
234 ESSENTIAL PODCAST LIVE @ #AFRICANXT
Join us for a live episode of the 234 Essential Podcast where we deliver general facts and dive into important conversations about Nigerian culture. The podcast offers well-rounded conversations concerning liberal and unpopular topics in Nigeria.
This session is hosted by Visual Audio Times
CREATIVE COLLABORATION; THE KEY TO MONETIZATION
Creatives often fear collaboration, worried that their ideas will be stolen or worse someone will make money off their creation or invention. Although theft of ideas and intellectual property is a potential risk, the benefits of effective collaboration far outweigh the risks.
Collaboration is one of the ways by which you can grow your brand and business, while also making an impact on society and the nation at large.
In this masterclass facilitators will walk attendees though their collaboration process, providing insights on how creatives can execute successful collaborations that yield financial returns.
This session is hosted by TheSocialmediaoga
Wednesday, March 2, 2022
LAUNCHING A PODCAST AND BUILDING AN AUDIENCE
Many creators and brands want to host their podcasts but face several limitations to launching like proper ideation, production, scriptwriting and technical qualities like audio engineering and distribution. Existing alternatives such as Anchor do not provide professional and customised offerings.
This workshop focuses on how promising and amateur podcasters can take a DIY approach in planning and launching their podcasts. We will cover every step of the process (scriptwriting, recording, editing, distribution, marketing) with visual references and a live demo.
This session is hosted by Visual Audio Times
Thursday, March 3, 2022
COMMUNITY CENTERED DEVELOPMENT: A CASE FOR COLLABORATION AND SUSTAINABLE SOLUTIONS
Poverty is multidimensional, and both a root cause and a symptom of the cycle of underdevelopment on the African continent. As such, any proposed solution for eradicating the menace should be multi-sectoral and inclusive in every sense of the word.
We have an opportunity to create sustainable systems of development when the government, especially at the local level, and private organizations work together to engage the minds of local residents in generating ideas and solutions for problems that are specific to them. There is a gap between solutions and recipients that need to be addressed for progress to be sustained.
The Panel will discuss the merits and gaps of current poverty eradication efforts, highlighting the opportunities that true community-centred development provides, and discussing the frameworks for solutions that are multi-sectoral and inclusive in every sense of the word. The key focus of these opportunities will be the human resource with conversations on how they can be adequately inspired and equipped to become the solution providers for their own specific problems. The panel will also highlight methods and processes for engaging private financiers and the government for support, as they have experience and success in doing this.
We want the audience to leave with a different perspective on bringing development to vulnerable communities while shifting their ambitions from only personal advancement to collective and collaborative progress. They will learn how to see opportunities for communal development in the midst of challenges, while also understanding new methods of engaging the government, especially at the local level, understanding their roles and holding them accountable to community engagement and development.
This session is hosted by The Project Ark initiative
THE RISE OF THE MICRO-INFLUENCER: E-COMMERCE'S POWERFUL ARBITERS
Due to an increasing number of social media platforms and audiences, it can be difficult for brands to understand how to effectively engage various consumer segments. A one-size-fits-all approach has been proven to be ineffective and a conscious approach to targeting is required. The key question this panel discussion seeks to interrogate is: how can brands identify more responsive audiences in order to earn more revenue and eliminate excess costs while increasing returns on investment?
Discussions will centre on the exact role of and expectations of micro-influencers as a distinct category from influencers. Further, the panel would examine how micro-influencers enable brands to achieve better targeting and to understand why their success is linked to consumer psychology. Also, consumers will benefit from this panel discussion as it offers them insights regarding how to make the best purchase decisions in a space that can be trust-deficient.
This session is hosted by The Influencer Marketing Hub NG
HOW TO WORK REMOTELY AND NOT GET FIRED
'How To Work Remotely and Not Get Fired' is a timely and down-to-earth book with sprinkles of humour and loads of strategies for freelancers and remote workers looking to do excellent jobs while living their best life. It explores Myths and Stereotypes, Mental Health, Work-life balance strategies, as well as accountability worksheets.
Sharing excerpts from the book, attendees and the author will explore and discuss best practices around productivity, work-life balance, and mental health as it relates to working from Home.
This session will help guide people who are already working remotely or seeking to work remotely and to do so in a way that is beneficial to the organization while still staying true to themselves.
Friday, March 4, 2022
INCLUSION STORIES & TECH COLLABORATION TO ENSURE NO ONE IS LEFT BEHIND
Tonye Ekezie Faloughi
TEEOF Media / Simone's Oasis, CEC, Author, Content Producer and Special Needs Advocate
Largely across Africa inclusivity is not a priority, often entire communities are marginalized and discriminated against based on their tribe, gender, disability, age, and economic status. Today, the world has realised the importance of inclusion in the workplace and the community at large. However, Africa is still lagging behind in inclusive practices. The panel discussion will look at the use of technology to close the gap.
Our discussion will focus on:
[1] The use of technology in the workplace to ensure that everyone has carried along especially the disability community
[2] The use of digital tools in education to reach a larger number of unschooled children and aid learning for students with disability
[3] The use of digital tools to tell inclusive African stories to foster an inclusive community
At the end of the discussion:
[1] CEOs and Human Resources Managers will discover different digital tools to foster inclusion in the work place.
[2] Technology innovators will see opportunities in creating digital tools to promote inclusive learning.
[3] Creatives will understand the importance and benefits of telling inclusive stories.
This session is hosted by P4:13 Foundation
EXECUTIVE LUNCH SOCIAL
Good Food. Great Conversation. Connect with your fellow ecosystem builders over lunch. Stop by the Premium Lounge for lunch & networking.
This session is for STAKEHOLDER + GLOBAL CONNECTOR badge holders only
This session is hosted by AfricaNXT
CREATIVE INCLUSION: TELLING THE AFRICAN STORY THROUGH STRATEGIC COMMUNICATIONS
The Continent continues to face challenges with misrepresentation on the global stage. This discussion will focus on how we can leverage strategic communication and the power of collective creativity to change the narrative and drive prosperity, both of which can have positive economic impact across industries and communities.
Guiding our conversation is the assertion that "One of the continent's greatest assets is the diversity of its people." Our discussions will centre on the importance of inclusive creativity. Our panelists will also share a range of perspectives and insights on how the combination of effective strategic communications, creative activities, and social media provide Africans with the tools to tell stories that impact global culture and drive trends. We will also look at how we can harness the power of collective and inclusive creativity to promote and grow local industries, ultimately propelling the African economy to a more sustainable and prosperous future.
This session is hosted by Chenist Consulting Limited
'A GREAT DAY IN GIDI' DAY PARTY + PHOTO SHOOT
A Great Day in Gidi’ is a gathering of Lagos most innovative minds in the tech, media & creative space. From Industry Stakeholders to Digital Activists to Award-winning artists, ‘A Great Day In Gidi’ is a snapshot, of the individuals who collectively are re-defining Lagos and Africa in general. It's a celebration ... and some say “the most epic day party EVER!”
Beats Courtesy of Teck-Zilla
Photo Ops Courtesy of AfricaNXT
This session is hosted by AfricaNXT
#AFRICANXT 2022 GRAND CLOSING
Join us as we close out an EPIC week in grand style!
This session is hosted by AfricaNXT
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