By: Robert
Kwaku Annor
Egypt is participating in
the 7th Inclusive Africa Conference 2026 through the National Academy of
Information Technology for Persons with Disabilities (NAID), in collaboration
with Engineers for a Sustainable Egypt (ESE) and the National Council for Persons
with Disabilities (NCPD).
The conference, taking place
from June 2 to 4 in Nairobi, Kenya, is Africa’s largest event focused on
disability and digital inclusion. The event is also being streamed live at
NAID’s premises in Knowledge City in Egypt’s New Administrative Capital.
Held under the theme
“Accelerating Digital Accessibility and AI Solutions for Africa’s Future,” the
conference brings together stakeholders from across the continent to discuss
practical, Africa-led solutions that promote inclusion for persons with disabilities
in an increasingly digital and artificial intelligence-driven world.
This year’s programme
focuses on key sectors including employment, education, innovation and
financial services. Activities include keynote speeches from global
accessibility experts, panel discussions on digital inclusion and policy,
fireside chats, workshops, hands-on training sessions and exhibitions
showcasing assistive technologies and accessible digital solutions.
Organisers expect the event
to attract more than 300 participants in person and over 2,000 virtual
attendees from 20 African countries. Participants include policymakers,
researchers, innovators, entrepreneurs, accessibility specialists, government
representatives and private-sector stakeholders.
Egypt’s participation
reflects its commitment to advancing digital accessibility and supporting
efforts aimed at ensuring persons with disabilities benefit from emerging
technologies and digital transformation initiatives.
Since its launch in 2020,
the Inclusive Africa Conference has sought to translate policy commitments and
technological innovations into tangible outcomes for persons with disabilities
across Africa. The platform has also played a key role in fostering partnerships
among governments, the private sector, civil society organisations and academic
institutions to promote inclusive, accessible and ethical technology
development across the continent.
