VIRTUAL EDITION

Mode of Delivery: Zoom

Hosted from Praia, Cabo Verde, 13–17 July 2026

Standard Executive Rate: €300 or equivalent in US Dollars or Cabo Verde Escudos.

After registration and submission, the Forum Secretariat will contact you with payment instructions. Zoom Meeting details will be communicated to confirmed participants after registration and payment.

About the Forum

The International Forum on Innovation and Technology for National Development (Virtual Edition) convenes leaders, policymakers, technology experts, scholars and development practitioners from Africa, Europe, Asia, North America, Latin America, the Caribbean and Australia to exchange ideas, share experiences and explore practical pathways for innovation-driven national transformation

Programme Overview

The Forum will feature a blend of keynote sessions, expert-led discussions, practical masterclasses and networking engagements designed to equip participants with actionable insights for innovation-driven development.

Key Components Include:

• High-level Forum sessions on innovation, technology and national development
• Executive Masterclass sessions led by international resource persons
• Interactive discussions and knowledge exchange platforms
• Strategic networking opportunities with global participants
• Virtual capital city and cultural experience (e-tour) of Praia, Cabo Verde.

Who Should Attend

• Government officials and policymakers
• Technology and innovation leaders
• Academics, researchers and educators
• Development practitioners and international agencies
• Private sector executives and business leaders
• Entrepreneurs, innovators and startup founders
• ICT and digital transformation professionals
• Postgraduate participants (Master’s and PhD) and emerging leaders with strong interest in innovation and development

Participation Structure

Executive Participation Package Includes:

Full access to the Forum
Full participation in the 5-day Executive Masterclass
Certification
Networking sessions
Forum materials
Virtual capital city tour (e-tour) of Praia, Cabo Verde (Cape Verde Islands), and cultural experience

Participation Fee

Standard Executive Rate: €300

Fees may be paid in Euro, Cape Verde Escudos, or US Dollars at applicable rates.

Further Enquiries and Contact Details

For enquiries regarding participation, please contact the Forum Secretariat:

Email: [email protected]
Tel: +238 92 63 208 (Regular Calls and SMS only)

Further information and access to the Forum are available via the following official pages:

https://chudeypride.com/international-forum
https://www.abics.com/international-forum
https://www.dspheretech.com/international-forum

Ready to Participate?

Join global leaders, professionals, academics, and institutions at the International Forum on Innovation and Technology for National Development, Virtual Edition Hosted from Praia, Cabo Verde.

Important Notice:
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