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Tech Unite Africa 5.0, Startup World Cup Nigeria & TIRA Awards: Innovation by Day, Celebration by Night

Lagos, Nigeria — On March 26, 2026, Africa’s most ambitious innovators, investors, founders, and industry leaders will gather at the prestigious Oriental Hotel for Tech Unite Africa 5.0 — a landmark 5th edition that promises not only powerful conversations, but global opportunity and unforgettable experiences.

This year’s edition uniquely integrates:

  • Startup World Cup Nigeria
  • TIRA – Tech Innovation Recognition and Awards
  • Tech Unite After Dark

From boardroom brilliance to red-carpet celebration, Tech Unite Africa 5.0 is where Africa’s digital economy comes alive.

Where Local Innovation Meets Global Capital – Startup World Cup Nigeria.

Tech Unite Africa has evolved into one of the continent’s most influential innovation platforms — uniting policymakers, corporates, startups, developers, creatives, and investors under one bold vision: Africa will lead the future of technology.

At the heart of this years’ experience is Startup World Cup Nigeria, offering selected startups the opportunity to pitch for a place at the global grand finale in San Francisco, United States, and compete for a $1 million investment prize.

This is more than exposure.
It is access.
It is acceleration.
It is global positioning.

Honoring Excellence: TIRA Awards

Tech Unite Africa will host the TIRA – Tech Innovation Recognition and Awards, a prestigious recognition  platform celebrating visionary founders, disruptive startups, ecosystem leaders, and institutions driving measurable impact across Africa’s technology landscape.

TIRA is not just an award ceremony — it is recognition of courage, creativity, and continental excellence.

It honors those building the infrastructure of Africa’s digital tomorrow.

Tech Unite After Dark: Where Business Meets Experience

When the panels close and the pitches conclude, the energy does not stop.

Tech Unite After Dark transforms the summit into an elevated networking and lifestyle experience — featuring curated entertainment, music, immersive brand activations, premium networking lounges, and a vibrant social atmosphere designed for authentic connections.

Because the most powerful partnerships are often formed after the spotlight fades.

Innovation by day.
Celebration by night.
Connection at every moment.

A Word from Leadership

According to Jidenna Iwuno, Project Manager of T.U.A Events:

“Tech Unite Africa 5.0 is a defining moment for the ecosystem. By integrating Startup World Cup Nigeria, launching the TIRA Awards, and introducing Tech Unite After Dark, we are creating a complete innovation experience — one that connects African brilliance to global capital, while celebrating the people building the future. This is where Africa’s next generation of tech leaders will rise.”

Queeneth Clinton, CEO of T.U.A Events, adds:

“Our mission has always been to elevate African innovation to a global stage. Tech Unite Africa 5.0 is not just a conference; it is a celebration of creativity, collaboration, and courage. Through every pitch, every award, and every connection, we are defining what the future of African tech looks like — ambitious, inclusive, and unstoppable.”

Why Sponsors Should Act Now

Africa’s innovation economy is scaling rapidly — and Tech Unite Africa offers brands a front-row seat.

Sponsors gain:

  • Premium brand visibility before high-level decision-makers
  • Direct access to high-growth startups and investors
  • On-site activation opportunities across conference, awards, and after-dark experiences
  • Media amplification before, during, and after the event
  • Tangible lead generation and long-term ecosystem positioning

This is not event sponsorship.
It is strategic ecosystem alignment.

Why You Should Attend

Whether you are:

  • A founder seeking funding
  • An investor sourcing deals
  • A corporate seeking innovation partnerships
  • A professional positioning for relevance

Tech Unite Africa 5.0 is where you need to be.

Seats are limited.
Exhibition spaces are filling.
Momentum is building.

Secure Your Spot

Register now: www.techuniteafrica.com
Sponsorship & Exhibition Opportunities Available

About Tech Unite Africa

Tech Unite Africa is a premier pan-African technology conference and exhibition organized by T.U.A Events, dedicated to accelerating digital transformation, fostering strategic partnerships, and celebrating innovation excellence across the continent. Contact: info@tuaevents.org | +234 915 461 1827
Website: www.techuniteafrica.com
Date: February 25, 2026

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