Leaders from government, business, and the tech industry will gather in Enugu on July 25, 2025, for the Digital Transformation Summit Enugu 2025. The event serves as a major pre-conference activity leading up to #StartupSouthX, the 10th edition of one of South East and South South Nigeria’s top innovation and entrepreneurship events.
Themed “Powering Businesses Through Innovation and Tech,” the summit aims to explore how digital solutions can drive business growth, increase resilience, and create new opportunities in the South East region.
The summit is organized in partnership with the Enugu State Government, through its Ministry of Innovation, Science & Technology, the Enugu SME Center, and the Office of the Special Adviser to the Governor on Digital Economy. Other partners include the Enugu Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (ECCIMA) and several leading organizations.
Speaking on the summit, Adaeze Ngozi Chianumba, Co Founder of Digital Moms and #StartupSouth Enugu Community Lead, said:
“This is not just a talk shop, it’s a gathering of people who believe in Enugu’s digital future. We’re building on the momentum already happening in the ecosystem by connecting startups with corporate leaders and innovators.”
Israel Unya, founder of YuSocial.com and Co Lead of the #StartupSouth Enugu Community, added:
“This summit shows that Enugu’s tech ecosystem is growing stronger. We’re creating a space where startups, government, and businesses can work together. It’s about turning potential into real progress and giving local founders access to the tools and support they need.”
Key Features of the Summit Include:
Panel sessions with business leaders, startup founders, and government representatives, Startup demos showcasing local innovations, Live pitch sessions for funding opportunities, Keynote speeches from industry experts, A digital marketplace for networking and solution exchange
The event is free to attend, but registration is required via: bit.ly/DTSEnugu2025.
Participants are expected from across the startup, SME, public sector, investment, and digital innovation communities.
