Accra, Ghana – September 2, 2025 – Ghana will proudly host the Africa Internet Summit 2025 (AIS25) from 29th September to 3rd October 2025 at the Alisa Hotel in North Ridge, Accra. This year’s event holds special significance as it coincides with the 30th anniversary of Internet in Ghana, a milestone that underscores the nation’s trailblazing role in Africa’s digital transformation.
AIS25 is co-hosted by the National Communications Authority (NCA) and Ghana Dot Com Ltd, under the patronage of the Ministry of Communications, Digital Technology & Innovation. The Summit is organized by the African Network Operators Group (AfNOG) with support from Af* (Af Star) and key partners across the global Internet ecosystem.
About the Africa Internet Summit
The Africa Internet Summit (AIS) is widely regarded as the premier technical, educational, and business ICT event on the continent. It brings together a diverse range of stakeholders, including Internet enthusiasts, technical professionals, policymakers, regulators, entrepreneurs, civil society, academia, and global Internet players.
The theme for AIS25, “A Resilient Internet Ecosystem for an Innovative Digital Africa,” highlights the urgent need for robust, secure, and forward-looking Internet infrastructure to power Africa’s digital future.
What to Expect
AIS25 will serve as a unique platform for learning, networking, and collaboration. Over the course of five days, participants will engage in:
- Technical coordination and discussions on strengthening Internet infrastructure in Africa.
- Policy dialogues that will shape the future of digital governance and innovation.
- Capacity-building workshops and tutorials designed to equip participants with practical knowledge and skills.
- Exhibitions and showcases featuring innovations in ICT that will benefit Ghanaian businesses, startups, and the youth.
By combining education, technical training, and high-level policy dialogue, AIS25 will not only celebrate Ghana’s Internet journey but also position the country as a hub for Africa’s digital growth.
Celebrating 30 Years of Internet in Ghana
The hosting of AIS25 in Accra is especially significant as Ghana celebrates three decades since the introduction of the Internet in 1995. Ghana’s early adoption of Internet technology made it a pioneer in Africa’s digital journey, opening the doors for innovation, trade, and socio-economic development across the continent.
“Hosting AIS25 in Accra as we mark 30 years of Internet in Ghana is a proud moment for our nation. It reflects Ghana’s pioneering role in Africa’s digital journey and our unwavering commitment to building a resilient, data-driven, and inclusive Internet ecosystem that empowers businesses, youth, and innovators for the future and socio-economic development of Ghana,” said Hon. Sam George, Minister for Communications, Digital Technology & Innovation.
Voices of Leadership
Prof. Nii Quaynor, Convenor of AfNOG and widely celebrated as a pioneer of the Internet in Africa, stressed the importance of the milestone for Ghana and the wider continent.
“Ghana’s early adoption of the Internet helped open doors for Africa’s digital growth. As AIS25 comes to Accra, we celebrate Ghana’s contribution and invite young people, entrepreneurs, and innovators to take part in building the next 30 years of Africa’s Internet,” Prof. Quaynor remarked.
His statement resonates strongly with Ghana’s growing community of digital innovators and entrepreneurs, who continue to leverage the Internet to transform industries, create jobs, and drive economic growth.
A Hub for Collaboration
AIS25 is expected to draw Internet experts, technocrats, regulators, policymakers, and innovators from across Africa and beyond. With Ghana as the host, the event will provide a valuable opportunity for local businesses, universities, and startups to engage with global players and establish partnerships.
The Summit will also highlight the importance of inclusivity, ensuring that youth, women, and underrepresented communities have a voice in shaping Africa’s Internet future. In doing so, AIS25 aligns with the broader vision of digital inclusion as a driver of social and economic empowerment.
Organizers and Partners
The African Network Operators Group (AfNOG), which is organizing the event, is a respected forum for cooperation and the exchange of technical expertise between Internet operators across Africa. For over two decades, AfNOG has built a community of engineers who share knowledge and skills to improve Internet infrastructure on the continent and ensure Africa’s strong participation in the global digital economy.
Ghana Dot Com (GDC), one of the co-hosts, is a leading Ghanaian technology company founded on the pioneering legacy of Network Computer Systems (NCS). Since its incorporation in 2007, GDC has been at the forefront of delivering cutting-edge IT solutions, including domain and email hosting, blockchain, cybersecurity, e-commerce platforms, and IT consultancy.
The National Communications Authority (NCA), another co-host, plays a central role in regulating Ghana’s communications sector. Established under the NCA Act, the Authority oversees licensing, spectrum management, compliance monitoring, and consumer protection to ensure a fair, competitive, and innovative digital environment in Ghana.
Together, these institutions reflect Ghana’s deep commitment to digital innovation and its role as a key player in Africa’s Internet development.
Looking Ahead
The Africa Internet Summit 2025 is more than just a conference—it is a celebration of Ghana’s leadership in the digital space and an opportunity to shape the continent’s future. For Ghana, hosting AIS25 offers a chance to showcase its achievements while learning from global best practices. For Africa, the Summit is a platform to build collective strategies that will secure a resilient, innovative, and inclusive digital future.
As Ghana looks to the next 30 years of Internet growth, AIS25 stands as a reminder of how far the nation has come and how much potential lies ahead. With innovation, collaboration, and resilience at its core, Africa’s Internet ecosystem is poised to drive transformation across every sector of society.
Registration and Participation
Participation in AIS25 is open to all stakeholders in the Internet and ICT ecosystem, including professionals, policymakers, students, startups, and businesses. For registration and further details, interested participants are encouraged to visit the official summit website: https://www.internetsummit.africa/
Media Contact
AIS25 Communications Team
Email: secretariat@internetsummit.africa
Twitter: @AIS_Africa
For additional local inquiries, contact:
National Communications Authority (NCA)
Website: https://nca.org.gh/
