Leadership
Adinkrahene
Greatness, charisma and leadership
First edition 2026 · Johannesburg
.NET Africa Conference.
One Continent. One Community. Endless Possibilities.
Tuesday 24 – Wednesday 25 November 2026
Microsoft South Africa · Sandton, Gauteng, South Africa
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Free admission, limited seats — register by 17 November 2026
Akwaaba Twi
Karibu Kiswahili
Bienvenue Français
Welcome English
Marhaba العربية
Ẹ kú àbọ̀ Yorùbá
Barka da zuwa Hausa
Dalal ak jàmm Wolof
Bem-vindo Português
Murakaza neza Kinyarwanda
Siyakwamukela isiZulu
Nnọọ Igbo
The conference
Uniting Africa's .NET community
The .NET Africa Conference 2026 represents a landmark moment for the African developer ecosystem. Created as a community-driven, non-profit initiative, the conference brings together .NET communities from across the continent into one unified platform dedicated to learning, collaboration, innovation, and networking. This first edition marks the beginning of a long-term initiative, with future editions planned to rotate across different African countries.
« It always seems impossible until it's done. »
14
speakers
14
announced sessions
2
days
100 %
free and in person
Timeline
Key dates
19
September 2026
Sponsorship deadline
Past
30
October 2026
Live info session on TechNaija FM (YouTube & LinkedIn)
Past
17
November 2026
Registration deadline
24
November 2026
Day 1 — conference opens
25
November 2026
Day 2 — talks and closing
Topics
What you will learn
- .NET & ASP.NET Core
- Azure & Cloud Computing
- Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
- .NET MAUI & Mobile Development
- DevOps & Software Architecture
- Cybersecurity
- Modern Software Engineering
Our values
A conference woven from our traditions
Every section of this site carries an adinkra symbol. For centuries these Akan ideograms have carried the values that guide our community.
Solidarity
Nkonsonkonson
The links of the chain: unity and solidarity
Passing it on
Sankofa
Go back and get what was left behind: learn from the past
Perseverance
Aya
The fern: endurance and resourcefulness
Adaptability
Nkyinkyim
Initiative, dynamism and versatility
Technical excellence
Dame-Dame
The draughts board: intelligence and strategy
Speakers
The voices of the first edition
Adeline Makokha
AWS UserGroup Kenya Leader, AWS Community Builder, Software Quality Engineer at Safaricom PLC
Allan Pead
CTO, developer, lecturer, Microsoft Internet of Things MVP, Microsoft Dev Technologies MVP
James McGillivray
Director of Content Creation and Customer Delivery, Cobalt Analytics
Programme
First announced sessions
Web
Talk
Time to be confirmed
A tale of .NET migration - classic to modern
Mobile
Talk
Time to be confirmed
Agents Building Agentic Apps: AI Goes Mobile with .NET MAUI
AI
Talk
Time to be confirmed
Beyond the Prompt: Exploring AI-Assisted Game Development with .NET
AI
Talk
Time to be confirmed
Bringing the Edge Into Focus
Organizers
The team behind the conference
Mohamed Aziz Neifar
Conference Director
Mohamed Aziz Neifar is the Director of the .NET Africa Conference. An engineer, he designs and builds intelligent systems that operate in complex, real-world environments.
Babatunde Esanju
Microsoft MVP · .NET Africa Organizer
Babatunde Esanju builds technology for high-trust, high-stakes markets where fragmented processes create risk, inefficiency and poor outcomes. A Microsoft MVP in .NET, technology co-founder and software engineering leader, he has spent more than a decade turning complex operational problems into secure, scalable platforms. His conviction: better infrastructure creates trust.
Jaures Beinjamin
• 𝚂𝚘𝚏𝚝𝚠𝚊𝚛𝚎 & 𝙲𝚕𝚘𝚞𝚍 (𝙰𝚣𝚞𝚛𝚎) • 𝙳𝚎𝚟𝚎𝚕𝚘𝚙𝚎𝚛 𝙰𝚍𝚟𝚘𝚌𝚊𝚝𝚎 • Microsoft MVP
Jaures Beinjamin is the Director of DEALMOOD & SOLUTIONS LTD, a British technology company based in London. He defines and drives the company's strategic vision, business development, and international operations. With a strong analytical and strategic mindset, he places great importance on thoughtful decision-making, discretion, active listening, and building strong, long-lasting professional relationships.
Djoufson CHE BENE
Founder .NET Cameroon , Senior Software Engineer
Djoufson Che Bene is a **Senior Software Engineer and Full-Stack Developer** passionate about clean code, technical excellence, and building high-performance software solutions. He has strong expertise in the .NET ecosystem (C#), as well as modern web development technologies, particularly React and Next.js.
The venue
Microsoft South Africa
3012 Winnie Mandela Dr, BryanstonSandton, Gauteng 2191
Johannesburg, South Africa Directions ↗
100% in person, 100% free
Seats are limited: book your ticket on the official ticketing page before registration closes.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Is the .NET Africa Conference free?
Yes. Admission is free, but seats are limited: book your ticket on the official ticketing page before 17 November 2026.
When and where does the conference take place?
On 24–25 November 2026 at Microsoft South Africa, 3012 Winnie Mandela Drive, Bryanston, Sandton, Johannesburg (South Africa).
Is the event online?
No, the .NET Africa Conference 2026 is a 100% in-person event.
How do I register?
Click “Save my seat”: registration is on the official Eventbrite ticketing page, and your confirmation is sent by email.
Who is the conference for?
Developers, students, software engineers, architects, technology leaders and Microsoft community members from across Africa and beyond.
How can I become a sponsor or partner?
Download the sponsorship pack from the Sponsors page, or write to us at contact@dotnet-africa.com.
Will there be future editions?
Yes. This first edition is the start of a long-term initiative: future editions will rotate across different African countries.
Another question? Write to us →
News
Latest news
3 November 2026 · 1 min
Registration for .NET Africa Conference 2026 is open
Two days of free talks at Microsoft South Africa, Johannesburg, on 24–25 November 2026.