Hi guys, trust you had a great weekend. There are several interesting events you can attend across the African tech space this week. However, most of the events will still hold virtually with the COVID-19 virus still spreading.
We have curated a list of some major virtual events you could attend. These events come up between September 21 – 26, 2020.
Digital Transaction Dispute
This week, Paystack will be hosting a webinar on Digital Transaction Dispute. During the webinar, experts will be discussing how to manage and prevent transaction disputes.
Major aspects relating to transaction disputes such as chargebacks and fraud claims will be discussed. The webinar will also discuss how transaction disputes affect your business and how to reduce the number of chargeback and fraud claims your business receives.
Other points that will be discussed include how to resolve transaction disputes right from your Paystack Dashboard.
Date: Thursday, September 24, 2020
Time: 6:00 PM
You can join the webinar here.
Africa Data Leadership Initiative
On Thursday, the UN Economic Commission for Africa, Smart Africa, and Future State are hosting the launch event for the Africa Data Leadership Initiative (ADLI).
ADLI is a forum for African thinker-doers to ensure the data economy drives equitable growth and social progress across the continent.
The event will host policymakers, data experts across the continent as they launch a new peer learning network focused on setting an African data agenda.
Date: Thursday, September 24, 2020
Time: 2:00 PM
You can join the webinar here.
Digital Innovations for Circular Plastic Webinar
This event was organised by Ditch Plastic Network to discuss innovative ways of addressing the problem of plastic pollution in Africa.
The webinar will focus on the state of Circular Plastic Economy in Africa and the opportunities and the challenges faced in reducing plastic pollution.
Date: Wednesday, September 23, 2020
Time: 2:00 PM
You can join the webinar here.
Microsoft Ignite
This week, Microsoft is inviting everyone to have a digital experience at Microsoft Ignite. During the event, James Phillips and his team will be sharing how Microsoft’s Power Platform gives you a comprehensive, “no cliffs” platform for modern application development.
The event will also present an opportunity for you to connect with experts and Microsofts world-wide community.
Date: Tuesday, September 22 – Thursday, September 24, 2020
Time: 5:20 PM
You can join the webinar here.
Black Is Tech Virtual Conference 2020
This week, Black Is Tech is hosting is its 2020 conference. The event which was initially cancelled due to the pandemic will now be held virtually from Friday to Saturday.
During the event, there will be keynotes, fireside chats and panels from renowned leaders in tech. There will also be workshop sessions, recruiting sessions, virtual booths, networking and loads of learning, and information.
The event will host over 6,000 black and minority tech professionals and entrepreneurs.
Date: Thursday, September 24 – Saturday, September 26, 2020
Time: 5:00 PM, 12:00 AM
You can join the webinar here.
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