.NET Africa Conference 2026: 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.
Hosted at the Microsoft Office in Johannesburg, South Africa, from November 24-26, 2026, the inaugural edition aims to connect developers, students, software engineers, architects, technology leaders, and Microsoft community members from across Africa and beyond.
The vision of the .NET Africa Conference is to strengthen the African .NET ecosystem by creating opportunities for knowledge sharing, professional growth, and meaningful connections between communities that have traditionally operated independently. This first edition marks the beginning of a long-term initiative, with future editions planned to rotate across different African countries.
Attendees can look forward to three days of technical content, community engagement, and networking opportunities covering a wide range of topics, including:
- .NET & ASP.NET Core
- Azure & Cloud Computing
- Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
- .NET MAUI & Mobile Development
- DevOps & Software Architecture
- Cybersecurity
- Modern Software Engineering
A Community Movement
The .NET Africa Conference is more than a technology conference. It is a movement designed to showcase African talent, strengthen local communities, and create a space where developers can learn from one another while building lasting connections across borders.
By bringing together professionals from different countries, industries, and backgrounds, the conference aims to foster collaboration, inspire innovation, and contribute to the growth of Africa's technology ecosystem.
As Nelson Mandela famously said:
"It always seems impossible until it's done."
The launch of the .NET Africa Conference embodies this spirit, transforming a shared vision into reality and creating a platform where African innovation, expertise, and community can thrive.
📅 Conference Dates: November 24-26, 2026
📍 Venue: Microsoft Johannesburg Office, South Africa
🤝 Format: 100% In-Person Event
🎟️ Attendance: Free Community-Driven Event
Join us in Johannesburg as we write the first chapter of an initiative that will help shape the future of the African .NET ecosystem.
Learn. Connect. Share. Inspire. 🌍