Digital Infrastructure Investment Summit

206 Days
00 Hours
00 Min
7–8 October 2026 The Forum, The Campus, Johannesburg
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About Conext 2026

Advancing Africa’s Connected Digital Economy

A Pivotal Moment for Africa’s Digital Future

Digital transformation is reshaping Africa, with investment in digital infrastructure at the core of this progress. From high-speed fibre and tower networks to data centres, cloud platforms, and submarine cables, the future depends on secure, scalable, and resilient connectivity.

Digital Council Africa presents Conext 2026—a high-level summit bringing together government, industry, and investors to explore opportunities for impactful investment and inclusive digital growth.

Together, we will examine what it takes to scale, secure, and sustain the digital ecosystems of tomorrow.

What to Expect

Day 1

Technical Sessions

In-depth discussions on the latest developments in digital infrastructure, with sector-focused sessions on technology, sustainability, and skills development.

Day 2

Leadership Summit

High-level dialogue between government and industry decision-makers, focused on infrastructure deployment, regulatory innovation, and investment strategy.

Sponsorship Packages

Choose your level of engagement — position your brand alongside Africa's most influential digital infrastructure leaders. All packages include exhibition space, delegate passes, and Chairman's Dinner seating.

Bronze

Entry-level conference partner with workshop access and brand presence

ZAR 175,000

per package, excl. VAT

  • Day 1 workshop host
  • 3 × 3m exhibitor space
  • 2 seats at Chairman's Dinner
Apply for Bronze

Silver

Panel participation with medium exhibition footprint

ZAR 300,000

per package, excl. VAT

  • Day 1 panel and workshop host
  • 4 × 4m exhibitor space
  • 2 seats at Chairman's Dinner
Apply for Silver

Gold

Executive participation with premium footprint and speaking access

ZAR 500,000

per package, excl. VAT

  • Fireside chat and workshop host
  • 4 × 6m exhibitor space
  • 4 seats at Chairman's Dinner
  • Publication & LinkedIn feature
Apply for Gold

Platinum

Highest visibility with keynote speaking and major on-stage presence

ZAR 750,000

per package, excl. VAT

  • Day 1 keynote and workshop host
  • 4 × 8m exhibitor space
  • 6 seats at Chairman's Dinner
  • Interview feature in Conext publication & LinkedIn
Apply for Platinum

Targeted Activations

Extend your brand presence — focused sponsorship placements across hospitality, networking, and delegate touchpoints.

Business Lounge

A bespoke area designed for continuous work, executive networking and high-value engagement.

R275,000

Women's Luncheon

Branding the luncheon venue and deliver a welcome address at the luncheon.

R150,000

Registration Partner

Including a branded backdrop and logo on badges, lanyards, and collateral.

R175,000

Coffee Partner

Branded barista station with cups and branded sleeves throughout the day.

R65,000 per day

Blender Bike Smoothie Bar

Branded bike station with cups and branded sleeves, an interactive delegate experience.

R55,000 per day

Chairman's Dinner

An exclusive evening with industry leaders, branded as the headline sponsor of the chairman's dinner event.

R150,000

Cocktail Event

Branded cocktail networking event, positioning your brand at the heart of delegate engagement and social connection.

R150,000
Apply Online Sponsorship Brochure

Sponsorship enquiries receive an initial response within 2 business days. Contact reesha@digitalcouncil.africa for custom or multi-package enquiries.

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Become a Conext 2026 Sponsor

Position your brand at Africa's premier digital infrastructure summit. Complete the sponsor profile, select your package, and our team will respond within 2 business days.

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