The Southern Africa Smart Solutions Summit and Expo (SASSE 2026) is set to take place from 14 to 16 October 2026 at the Harare International Conference Centre, bringing together key stakeholders from across the region to shape the future of digital transformation and smart innovation.
Convened under the theme “Smart Solutions for a Smarter Region” and the tagline “Innovation Without Borders,” SASSE 2026 represents a bold step forward in advancing regional collaboration, economic integration, and technology-driven growth across Southern Africa.
A Regional Platform for Impact
Building on the success of the Smart Zimbabwe Conference and Expo, SASSE 2026 has been designed as a high-level regional platform that connects governments, private sector leaders, ICT associations, development partners, innovators, and investors.
The Summit will serve as a strategic meeting point for dialogue, partnerships, and practical solutions aimed at unlocking the full potential of digital economies across the SADC region.
Participants can expect robust discussions and engagements across key thematic areas, including:
At its core, SASSE 2026 seeks to address one of the region’s most pressing priorities: building a coherent and interconnected digital ecosystem.
By bringing together regional institutions and national stakeholders, the Summit will explore how smart solutions can transcend borders, enabling:
The Summit will also feature a dedicated engagement of national ICT associations from across Southern Africa, contributing to a collective vision for a unified regional digital market.
SASSE 2026 presents a unique opportunity for organisations to position themselves at the forefront of regional transformation.
For sponsors and partners, the Summit offers:
Global and regional technology leaders, financial institutions, infrastructure providers, and development organisations are expected to play a key role in shaping conversations and driving outcomes.
Complementing the Summit is a dynamic regional exhibition platform, designed to showcase cutting-edge innovations, products and services from across Southern Africa.
In a move to ensure balanced regional representation, exhibition spaces will be allocated to participating countries, providing businesses and innovators with the opportunity to:
Early participation is encouraged as interest in the exhibition continues to grow.
Hosting SASSE 2026 positions Zimbabwe at the centre of regional dialogue on smart solutions, digital transformation, and economic integration.
The Summit reflects a growing recognition of Zimbabwe’s role in fostering innovation, convening stakeholders, and contributing to the development of a smarter, more connected Southern Africa.
As Southern Africa accelerates towards a more digitally integrated future, SASSE 2026 stands out as a must-attend event for organisations and individuals seeking to be part of this transformation.
Whether you are a policymaker, business leader, innovator, investor or development partner, SASSE 2026 offers a platform to:
Organisations interested in participating as sponsors, partners, exhibitors or delegates are invited to express their interest and secure their place at this landmark regional event.
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