Aïobi, a Burkinabè startup, will host its annual event, Aïobi Forward, on October 22, 2026, at the Centre culturel du Faso in Ouagadougou. The event, under the patronage of Dr. Aminata Zerbo/Sabané, Minister of Digital Transition, Posts, and Electronic Communications, aims to bring together 300 leaders, decision-makers, and digital actors. This gathering will discuss the future of African technology and showcase local innovations.
Aïobi Forward seeks to be more than an institutional or professional meeting; it aims to reflect on the changes in African digital technology. The event will review the past year's achievements in the digital sector and explore new solutions developed by Aïobi. A key moment will be the presentation of products developed by Aïobi, highlighting "made in Burkina" solutions for businesses.
Aïobi, founded in 2025 and backed by the BURVAL Corporate / BBS Holding group, is West Africa's first DeepTech specializing in artificial intelligence applied to businesses. The company was officially launched on August 20, 2025, in Ouagadougou, led by AI expert Bowendsom Thibaud Nikiema as CEO. Aïobi's solutions focus on data sovereignty, a crucial issue for African companies and governments.
By choosing Ouagadougou as the host city, Aïobi highlights Burkina Faso's potential in technological innovation and artificial intelligence. The event will showcase local technological responses to business needs and demonstrate that African innovation can be conceived, developed, and hosted on the continent.
Aïobi's solutions are built on an infrastructure located in Burkina Faso, emphasizing data sovereignty. This approach aligns with the growing desire of African companies and governments to control their infrastructure, data, and technological tools. Aïobi Forward will demonstrate the potential of African innovation and its capacity to develop and host data locally.
The event is expected to bring together various stakeholders, including leaders and decision-makers from different sectors. Aïobi Forward aims to create a platform for discussion and reflection on the future of African technology. The gathering will also celebrate the achievements of the past year in the digital sector.
With Aïobi Forward, Aïobi takes a significant step forward in promoting African AI and innovation. The event will provide a unique opportunity for networking, knowledge sharing, and showcasing local solutions. Key points include: Aïobi Forward will take place on October 22, 2026, in Ouagadougou; the event aims to promote African AI and innovation; Aïobi's solutions focus on data sovereignty.
Key points
- Aïobi Forward will take place on October 22, 2026, in Ouagadougou.
- The event aims to promote African AI and innovation.
- Aïobi's solutions focus on data sovereignty.
