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Building Africa’s Digital Future: Inclusion, Infrastructure & Intelligent Growth

Celebrating Achievement with Pride

About Us

15th Digital Innovation Awards (DIA) 2026

We are proud to announce the 15th edition of the Digital Innovation Awards (DIA)—formerly known as the Ghana Information Technology & Telecom Awards (GITTA)—a premier platform dedicated to recognizing excellence in digital innovation across Africa.

Marking its 15th year, DIA has evolved into a Pan-African benchmark for digital excellence, celebrating organisations and leaders driving transformative change across key sectors including government, telecommunications, fintech, banking, healthcare, agriculture, education, infrastructure, and the creative economy.

At its core, DIA exists to identify, honour, and amplify the individuals and institutions shaping Africa’s digital future—those deploying technology not just as a tool, but as a catalyst for economic growth, inclusion, and societal advancement.

Over the years, DIA has grown beyond recognition into a strategic platform for influence, spotlighting:

  • Breakthrough innovations
  • Scalable digital solutions
  • Policy and infrastructure advancements
  • Market-leading digital enterprises

Our objective is clear: to accelerate the development of a resilient and globally competitive African digital economy by rewarding excellence and inspiring the next wave of innovation.

The 15th edition will culminate in a high-impact awards gala, blending prestige, culture, and technology in a uniquely curated experience. The evening will convene Africa’s most influential digital leaders, policymakers, investors, and innovators, offering:

  • Strategic networking opportunities
  • Cross-sector collaboration
  • Recognition of industry-defining achievements

DIA is not just an awards platform—it is a continental movement advancing Africa from digital ambition to digital leadership.

Our Approach

Our commitment to integrity and deep-sector expertise ensures that we validate the innovations driving Africa’s future.

⁠Rigorous, Multi-Stage Evaluation Process

Every nomination undergoes a blind, multi-layered assessment by an independent panel of industry experts, technologists, and thought leaders. Our criteria prioritize real-world impact, scalability, technical excellence, and measurable outcomes, not just brand recognition.

⁠Celebrating Innovation with Integrity & Transparency

Building on the legacy of GITTA, the DIA operates with a clear, open framework. From submission guidelines to final scoring, every step is designed to ensure fairness and credibility.

⁠Spotlighting Impact, Not Just Ideas

We celebrate solutions that are actively reshaping industries, empowering communities, and driving digital transformation across Africa and beyond. Winning a DIA means your innovation is proven, purposeful, and poised for the future


Supported by Brands That Inspire Innovation


Key Benefits

Key advantages that ensure your events stand out

Expert-Led Keynote Sessions

Experience inspiring keynote sessions led by industry experts who share valuable insights, trends, and strategies to help you grow personally and professionally.

Advanced Event Technology

Experience inspiring keynote sessions led by industry experts who share valuable insights, trends, and strategies to help you grow personally and professionally.

Our Achievements

Our milestones achievement over the years

Our journey is marked by years of growth, innovation, and successful event experiences that have brought people together from around the world.

15+

Years of Excellence

1000+

Entries Shortlisted

50+

Award Categories

10+

Countries Represented

Our Speakers

Few Of Our Distinguished Speakers and Thought Leaders

Hon. Samuel Nartey George

Minister for Communications, Digital Tech & Innovations, Ghana

Rev. Ing. Edmund Yirenkyi Fianko

Director-General, NCA, Ghana

Engr. Ikechukwu Nnamani

CEO, Digital Realty Nigeria

Dr. Oman Jagne

CEO, Africmed International Hospital

William Makatiani

Founder & CEO, Serianu

Dr. Krishnan Ranganath

CEO/MD, UniCloud Africa

Jonathan Lamptey

CEO, Groupe Comsys

Our Distinguished Speakers will deliver the latest trends in driving the digital agenda forward

DEL will showcase thought leaders across the digital vertical with technical expertise, creative thinking, and hands-on experience to deliver panel session that makes a difference.

Leadership
91%
Communication
86%
Management
66%

Building Africa’s Digital Future: Inclusion, Infrastructure & Intelligent Growth