Under the patronage of the Presidency of the Republic
5th edition · 8, 9 & 10 December 2026 · Dakar
Africa’s gathering for artificial intelligence
Three days, fifteen sessions: think, discover, connect and build the continent’s AI — in one place, at one time.
SALTIS 2026
The three days
THINK, DISCOVER, CONNECT and BUILD: three days — come for one, or stay for all.
Institutional framework
What SALTIS has established
Labelled by the 2024 Paris AI Action Summit
30 speakers already confirmed for 2026
More than 40 partners engaged
2026 edition
Our 2026 objectives
+10,000
participants expected
+20
countries to be represented
100
solutions to be selected
100
business meetings to be scheduled
2026 edition targets. Results from previous editions are in our public reports.
A strategic choiceWhy now, why Senegal
Senegal is establishing itself as the leading technology hub in West Africa, combining stability, infrastructure and strategic vision.
Structuring comparative advantages
- Institutional stability
- AI diplomatic leadership (GPAI, UN)
- Clear political vision: Senegal 2050 Vision, Technological New Deal
Existing infrastructure
- Taouey Supercomputer - 537 TFlops
- National data centers (CINERI)
- Robust telecom networks
- GaindéSat Satellite
Human capital & research
- Engaged universities (UCAD, UGB, Thiès)
- International cooperation (France, EU, UN)
- Mobilized scientific diaspora
Investment momentum
- Emergence of a catalytic AI fund
- Operational Startup Act
- Support from international donors
About SALTIS
H.E. Bassirou Diomaye Faye
President of the Republic of Senegal
H.E. Bassirou Diomaye Faye
President of the Republic of Senegal
"Senegal is resolutely committed to a new era where digital technology is revealed as the driver of inclusive and sustainable development. My vision for our country is clear: to make Senegal not only a center of technological excellence in West Africa, but also an essential hub throughout the continent. We aim to create a dynamic ecosystem, based on enhancing our human capital, supporting entrepreneurship and the growth of innovative SMEs and start-ups."
Organized by
Institute of Algorithms of Senegal (IAS)
Leader in AI training in Senegal
Supported
Presidency of the Republic of Senegal
Institutional support at the highest level
Led by
Ministry of Telecommunications and the Digital Economy
Institutional leadership
Labeled
Paris International AI Summit 2024
International recognition of excellence
SALTIS 2026 deliverables
What you take away
SALTIS produces documents, not just conversations.
SALTIS AI 100
One hundred African solutions selected and qualified.
SALTIS AI TOP 10
The ten finalists selected by the jury.
SALTIS AI Agenda 2026
Strategic priorities set by the AI Council.
SALTIS AI Policy Agenda 2026
Recommendations from the Policy Workshop.
Business Match
One hundred targeted professional meetings.
African AI Awards
Recognition of the year’s champions.
Previous editions
They shaped SALTIS
2026 speakers will be announced soon. In the meantime, meet voices from past editions.
Abdou Diaw
𝑱𝒐𝒖𝒓𝒏𝒂𝒍𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒆
𝑬𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒐𝒎𝒊𝒒𝒖𝒆 𝒆𝒕 𝑭𝒊𝒏𝒂𝒏𝒄𝒊𝒆𝒓
Aimérou Ndiaye
Ingénieur chercheur en IA
Université Gaston Berger
Alassane MBENGUE
Expert technique international
SUNU-MAV+
Babacar Charles NDOYE
CEO
Cellule Group
Basile Niane
Membre
Conseil National du Numérique
Boubacar Roger THIAM
Directeur
Promotion de l’Economie numérique et du Partenariat
Cheikh Mbow
Directeur Executif
COSYDEP
Daouda Tandiang DJIBA
President
AI HUB
Dr Cherif Salif Sy
Economiste
Expert en economie numerique
Dr Fatou Bara NDIONE
Directrice
Département des Infrastructures des Équipements et de la Maintenance ( DIEM)
Dr Lansana Gagny SAKHO
Président Conseil Administration
APIX-S.A
Dr. Racine Ly
CEO
AKADEMIYA2063
Some testimonials about SALTIS 2025
Discover what ecosystem players think about our event
“Over the editions, SALTIS has established itself as an essential strategic meeting in Senegal. Much more than a simple event, it constitutes a true space of convergence, reflection and decision, fostering a fruitful dialogue between the State, the private sector, development partners and youth.”
Boubacar Roger Thiam
Director of Digital Economy and Partnerships
“I believe that in Senegal we have a vibrant AI community, and this is a real opportunity because not all countries yet have this maturity on the subject. It is therefore essential to have meetings like this one to allow stakeholders to meet, exchange and above all for young people to feel inspired.”
Marlène Lasgouttes Sow
General Management GOMYCODE
“SALTIS was a very beautiful initiative to highlight the opportunities offered by AI, digital and technology. Particular attention was paid to women entrepreneurs by showing them how to use AI to better integrate into the professional and entrepreneurial world.”
Ouma Sani
Director Women Investment Club (WIC)
Partners
They stand with us
Public institutions, agencies, universities and technology operators.
Institutional partners
Technical partners
Join SALTIS 2026
December 8, 9 and 10 in Dakar. Seats and exhibition spaces can be booked now.
REPORT 2022-2025
SALTIS 2022-2025
IMPACT - INFLUENCE - STRUCTURATION
Figures from the 2022–2025 editions.
+10 000 attendees
attendees
+20 countries represented
countries represented
+200 exhibitors & organizations
exhibitors & organizations
+300 pitches & demos
pitches & demos
+50 MOUs signed
MOUs signed
SALTIS is today the leading AI platform in French-speaking Africa.
Economic Impact & Ecosystem
Over 500 young participants in the PAS Challenge
+5 strategic recommendations per year
Publication of a strategic white paper each year
Mobilization of international investors
Structuring of an emerging national AI cluster
Territorial deployment via CANAL'IA
Acceleration of the National AI & Data Strategy
Training and professional support for young women in Tech
Webinaires préparatoires
Inscrivez-vous aux webinaires SALTIS 2026
Des thématiques de haut niveau pour comprendre les enjeux de l'IA en Afrique. Inscrivez-vous et recevez le TDR directement.
Inscriptions ouvertes
38 inscrits
IA pour les secteurs stratégiques : Agriculture, Climat & Chaînes de valeur
La vision philosophique et la mutation sociétale et culturelle avec l'IA
05 septembre 2026 à 12:00
Regards croisés sur les mutations culturelles, sociales et philosophiques induites par l'IA.
38 personnes déjà inscrites
Inscriptions ouvertes
11 inscrits
Compétitivité & Innovation
Comment créer les futurs champions africains de l'IA ?
19 septembre 2026 à 12:00
Startups, financement et innovation locale pour faire émerger des champions africains.
11 personnes déjà inscrites
Inscriptions ouvertes
8 inscrits
Inclusion financière & Services numériques
IA et inclusion financière : comment toucher les populations encore exclues du système bancaire ?
03 octobre 2026 à 12:00
Scoring alternatif, mobile money et microfinance pour une finance plus inclusive.
8 personnes déjà inscrites
SALTIS 2026
Flagship Initiatives
Discover the emblematic programs that make SALTIS a catalyst for African innovation
Founders Arena
Masterclasses led by the greatest African business leaders - method, vision and direct inspiration.
Pitch Battle
Demonstration of innovative solutions from the most innovative African startups, in live competition before an audience of experts.
PAS Challenge
An innovation contest for young people: African languages, agriculture and transport, with climate as the through-line.
Linguère Program
Program for integration and empowerment of women in the technological and digital ecosystem. Training, support and empowerment to propel women at the heart of the digital revolution.
Founders Arena
Masterclasses led by the greatest African business leaders - method, vision and direct inspiration.
Pitch Battle
Demonstration of innovative solutions from the most innovative African startups, in live competition before an audience of experts.
PAS Challenge
An innovation contest for young people: African languages, agriculture and transport, with climate as the through-line.
Linguère Program
Program for integration and empowerment of women in the technological and digital ecosystem. Training, support and empowerment to propel women at the heart of the digital revolution.
Event in Pictures
The best moments of SALTIS 2025
Blog & Actualités
Dernières Actualités
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