FDC Africa has officially launched its summit at the Ghana Digital Centre in Accra today, Wednesday, 26 November 2025.
Held under the theme “Inspiring Innovation, Driving Change,” the event marks a major step in the continent’s growing digital transformation agenda. The launch signals FDC’s intent to strengthen its presence in Africa through a platform that encourages collaboration, innovation, and strategic advancement.
The two-day summit, taking place in Accra, Ghana for the first time since FDC began operations seven years ago, follows extensive research identifying the country as the ideal hub for expansion. Over the years, FDC has evolved into one of Africa’s most influential convening platforms, bringing together government leaders, policymakers, private and public institutions, global tech companies, universities, research bodies, entrepreneurs, and youth networks. Its mission continues to focus on building a strong, interconnected digital ecosystem for the continent.
Photo of the Entourage and panel
Central to FDC’s vision is its belief in “building a capable digital nation, not just implementing isolated digital systems.” This philosophy underscores the summit’s approach of moving beyond the adoption of technology toward the creation of sustainable, integrated digital frameworks that empower African societies.
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Photo during a presentation session of one of the high-profile members
FDC Stakeholders Engagement and Panel Discussion at Kempinski Hotel in Accra on November 27
FDC Africa 2025 will spotlight key areas such as digital transformation, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, entrepreneurship, capacity development, and the digital economy. The summit aims to foster knowledge-sharing, expand training opportunities, enhance digital literacy, and promote employment across the region. Organizers hope these efforts will enable African states to depend more on their own expertise and technological capacity.
Photo: Panel for tomorrow’s discussion, stakeholders
Speaking at the launch, Mr. Tarek Shabaka, Chairman of FDC and CEO of Mideast Communication Systems, praised Ghana as “a true partner in shaping Africa’s future.” He highlighted the country’s strong political leadership and its well-defined national digital transformation strategy as major strengths that position Ghana as a leading force in Africa’s technological advancement.
The Ministry of health indicates AI driven solutions in tackling Ghana’s growing health challenges at the FDC media launch
Additionally, Dr. Wisdom Atiwoto, Director of Research, Statistics and Information Management, stated that the Ministry of Health is adopting Artificial Intelligence to address the ongoing no-bed syndrome and other operational challenges within the health sector.
“We are trying to see how we can leverage on AI to manage emergency room beds because the no-bed syndrome has become a major issue in Accra and other regional capitals.” he said.
