✨ That’s a Wrap! ✨
This Saturday, Women Techmakers Addis: International Women’s Day 2025 brought together passionate attendees, bold conversations, brilliant ideas, and unmatched energy under one powerful theme: Redefine Possible.
From inspiring keynotes and a powerful panel to our hackathon demo showcase and a future-facing fireside chat, every moment reminded us that change starts with community.
💙 A huge thank you to everyone who showed up with your voice, vision, and passion.
🎤 To our incredible speakers, panelists, moderators ,and judges your insights, stories, and leadership lit up the room. Thank you for redefining what’s possible and showing what’s ahead.
🙏 Special thanks to our incredible sponsors and partners: the Cooperative Bank of Oromia, Reach for Change Ethiopia, and the International Trade Centre. Your support made this possible.
Here’s to more fearless thinking, inclusive innovation, and rewriting the rules together.
📸 Stay tuned for photos, recaps, and more!
#RedefinePossible
This Saturday, Women Techmakers Addis: International Women’s Day 2025 brought together passionate attendees, bold conversations, brilliant ideas, and unmatched energy under one powerful theme: Redefine Possible.
From inspiring keynotes and a powerful panel to our hackathon demo showcase and a future-facing fireside chat, every moment reminded us that change starts with community.
💙 A huge thank you to everyone who showed up with your voice, vision, and passion.
🎤 To our incredible speakers, panelists, moderators ,and judges your insights, stories, and leadership lit up the room. Thank you for redefining what’s possible and showing what’s ahead.
🙏 Special thanks to our incredible sponsors and partners: the Cooperative Bank of Oromia, Reach for Change Ethiopia, and the International Trade Centre. Your support made this possible.
Here’s to more fearless thinking, inclusive innovation, and rewriting the rules together.
📸 Stay tuned for photos, recaps, and more!
#RedefinePossible
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✨ Women Techmakers Addis IWD 2025 — The Recap is Here! 🎥
The laughter, the learning, the bold ideas — we captured it all.
From inspiring talks to the hackathon magic, it was a day full of energy and community.
We came together to share stories, build boldly, and show what’s possible when we lift each other up.
💙 If you were there — relive it.
If you missed it — this is your sign to join us next time.
#WTMAddis #IWD2025 #RedefinePossible #TogetherWeBuild
The laughter, the learning, the bold ideas — we captured it all.
From inspiring talks to the hackathon magic, it was a day full of energy and community.
We came together to share stories, build boldly, and show what’s possible when we lift each other up.
💙 If you were there — relive it.
If you missed it — this is your sign to join us next time.
#WTMAddis #IWD2025 #RedefinePossible #TogetherWeBuild
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Ready to Redefine Possible?
Join us for IWD 2025 – Redefine Possible, a powerful celebration of women in tech, innovation, and leadership!
Hosted by Google Women Techmakers in collaboration with Nuna Ethiopia, GDG on Campus HiLCoE, Chewata Awaqi and Efuye Gela, this one-of-a-kind event brings together trailblazing speakers, dynamic panels, hands-on workshops, and unmatched networking.
What to expect:
✨ Insightful keynotes
🎤 Bold panel discussions
🤝 Real connections
🛠 Interactive tech workshops
🎁 Giveaways & refreshments
Come learn, connect, and be inspired by women who are pushing boundaries and creating change. Whether you're a student, developer, entrepreneur, or enthusiast, this is your moment to redefine what’s possible.
Save the date:
📅 April 26, 2025
📍 Nuna Ethiopia
🔗 Register now
Let’s shape the future together.
#IWD2025 #RedefinePossible #WTMEthiopia #WomenInTech
Join us for IWD 2025 – Redefine Possible, a powerful celebration of women in tech, innovation, and leadership!
Hosted by Google Women Techmakers in collaboration with Nuna Ethiopia, GDG on Campus HiLCoE, Chewata Awaqi and Efuye Gela, this one-of-a-kind event brings together trailblazing speakers, dynamic panels, hands-on workshops, and unmatched networking.
What to expect:
✨ Insightful keynotes
🎤 Bold panel discussions
🤝 Real connections
🛠 Interactive tech workshops
🎁 Giveaways & refreshments
Come learn, connect, and be inspired by women who are pushing boundaries and creating change. Whether you're a student, developer, entrepreneur, or enthusiast, this is your moment to redefine what’s possible.
Save the date:
📅 April 26, 2025
📍 Nuna Ethiopia
🔗 Register now
Let’s shape the future together.
#IWD2025 #RedefinePossible #WTMEthiopia #WomenInTech
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🚀 AASTU Tech Fest 2025 is HERE! 🎉
Mark your calendars: Wednesday, May 7th, 2025! 📅
Hosted by GDG On Campus AASTU and CGI AASTU, this year’s Tech Fest is going bigger and better than ever! 🤝✨
Were you part of the excitement last year?
If not, don’t worry — we’re back, and we’re making it even more unforgettable!
We’ll celebrate all the achievements we made this past year, and you’ll also meet professionals, connect with companies, and hear from special guests.
(If you remember the push-up challenge with Addis Alemayehou last time — just wait to see what’s coming this year!)
✅ Sponsors will be there with real opportunities.
✅ Big surprises lined up.
✅ Full-day fun you don't want to miss.
AND GUESS WHAT?
Are you an early bird? We’ve got something special just for you!
First come, first served — so be among the first to register and claim it! 🎁
This isn’t just another event — it’s YOUR chance to connect, grow, and be part of something bigger.
What are you waiting for?
RSVP now
#AASTUTechFest2025
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⭐️ Oromia Hackathon 2025 is Almost Here!
The #VisitOromiaTourismHackathon is back for its fourth year. We want to help you make your ideas real and improve tourism in Ethiopia.
🔻When:June 22 – 24, 2025
🔻What: Solve real problems and make a real difference.
💰Prizes: You could win up to 100,000 ETB!
✅1st Place: 100,000 ETB
✅2nd Place: 75,000 ETB
✅ 3rd Place: 25,000 ETB
🔗 Register now:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdQCmRgAR6c8vA9zqlTGtS0NO_fqJo7A3NHC0dV2PFmOIBvfQ/viewform
Are you a creative person who loves tourism, hospitality, or technology? Do you want to build something important but need a way to start? This is your chance!
The #VisitOromiaTourismHackathon is back for its fourth year. We want to help you make your ideas real and improve tourism in Ethiopia.
🔻When:June 22 – 24, 2025
🔻What: Solve real problems and make a real difference.
💰Prizes: You could win up to 100,000 ETB!
✅1st Place: 100,000 ETB
✅2nd Place: 75,000 ETB
✅ 3rd Place: 25,000 ETB
🔗 Register now:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdQCmRgAR6c8vA9zqlTGtS0NO_fqJo7A3NHC0dV2PFmOIBvfQ/viewform
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"Given the opportunity, there are enough skilled developers in Ethiopia that can significantly improve these state-managed platforms"
More 👇🏼
https://shega.co/news/why-most-government-websites-in-ethiopia-barely-work
More 👇🏼
https://shega.co/news/why-most-government-websites-in-ethiopia-barely-work
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Why Most Government Websites in Ethiopia Barely Work
While federal and regional agencies have embraced e-services, many citizens are still greeted with “404 errors,” and dysfunctional portals. Digital Ethiopia remains plagued by dead links and outdated content.
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💰 $280,000 awaits the champion 💰
Prize Pool
🥇 1st: $280 000
🥈 2nd: $83 800
🥉 3rd: $42 000
🏅 4th: $14 000
2025 Tencent Advertising Algorithm Competition — the global competition for elite programmers and engineers, hosted by Tencent Ads.
Career Fast-Track
🟢Top 10 teams: Guaranteed full-time offers at Tencent
🟢 All finalists: Priority interviews for full-time roles
🟢 All semi-finalists: Internship offers + exclusive swag & gadgets
📅 Register before: July 31, 2025
🔗 Sign up now: https://algo.qq.com/
#TencentAds #AlgorithmCompetition #MLChallenge #Hiring
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Prize Pool
🥇 1st: $280 000
🥈 2nd: $83 800
🥉 3rd: $42 000
🏅 4th: $14 000
2025 Tencent Advertising Algorithm Competition — the global competition for elite programmers and engineers, hosted by Tencent Ads.
Career Fast-Track
🟢Top 10 teams: Guaranteed full-time offers at Tencent
🟢 All finalists: Priority interviews for full-time roles
🟢 All semi-finalists: Internship offers + exclusive swag & gadgets
📅 Register before: July 31, 2025
🔗 Sign up now: https://algo.qq.com/
#TencentAds #AlgorithmCompetition #MLChallenge #Hiring
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📣 Excited to Announce!
WTM Addis and GDG Addis are teaming up with NSK.AI for an incredible AI Bootcamp:
This FREE, beginner-friendly Bootcamp will help students, developers, and AI enthusiasts build real-world AI apps that can answer questions using their own documents or external knowledge. All hands-on with Langchain and other open-source AI tools!
As a participant, you’ll gain:
✅ Hands-on RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) experience
✅ Practical projects with Langchain & open-source tools
✅ Text & audio AI interactions
✅ A portfolio-ready AI project
✅ Support from a vibrant learning community
✅ Knowledge of vector databases, retrieval strategies, prompt engineering & more
No advanced AI background needed; just curiosity and basic Python skills!
Register here 👉 https://forms.gle/1uM8go8yAPpr46KLA to start building real AI apps!
WTM Addis and GDG Addis are teaming up with NSK.AI for an incredible AI Bootcamp:
“Intro to AI Agents: From RAG to Deployment”
This FREE, beginner-friendly Bootcamp will help students, developers, and AI enthusiasts build real-world AI apps that can answer questions using their own documents or external knowledge. All hands-on with Langchain and other open-source AI tools!
As a participant, you’ll gain:
✅ Hands-on RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) experience
✅ Practical projects with Langchain & open-source tools
✅ Text & audio AI interactions
✅ A portfolio-ready AI project
✅ Support from a vibrant learning community
✅ Knowledge of vector databases, retrieval strategies, prompt engineering & more
No advanced AI background needed; just curiosity and basic Python skills!
🗓 Starts: 19th July 2025 | 💻 Self-paced | 💰 FREE
Register here 👉 https://forms.gle/1uM8go8yAPpr46KLA to start building real AI apps!
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Ready to build practical AI app even if you're new to AI?
The FREE NSK.AI Bootcamp is your hands-on guide to building real-world RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) applications that use your documents or external knowledge to deliver intelligent answers.
🚀 In collaboration with WTM Addis and GDG Addis
No advanced AI skills required. Perfect for students, developers & curious AI enthusiasts. Learn to:
✅ Hands-on training with RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation)
✅ Practical project building with Langchain & open-source tools
✅ Text & audio-based AI interaction
✅ Portfolio-ready AI project
✅ Support from a vibrant learning community
✅ Understanding of Vector Databases, Retrieval strategies, Prompt engineering & more…
🗓 Starts: 19th July 2025 | 💻 Self-paced | 💰 FREE
Register to learn how to build real AI apps practically! 👉 https://forms.gle/1uM8go8yAPpr46KLA
#WTMAddis #GDGAddis #NSKAIBootcamp #BuildWithAI
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Calling all innovators, coders, and dreamers! Unleash your creativity in a thrilling week-long hackathon leveraging Ethiopia’s Fayda Digital ID system. From July 26 - August 4, 2025, build game-changing solutions in FinTech, HealthTech, Smart Governance, AgriTech, and more!
Register using this link -> https://lnkd.in/dssa4fXX.
@GDGAddis
Register using this link -> https://lnkd.in/dssa4fXX.
@GDGAddis
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Bereket Engida for the 2025 JavaScriptLandia Awards
Bereket is being nominated for Outstanding Contribution from a New Arrival for his impactful work on BetterAuth, which is making authentication simpler and helping many developers.
The community has already started nominating him. Let’s add our support.
📅 Nominations close Sept 19
🏆 Winners announced at JSConf 2025 (Oct 14–16, Maryland)
Nominate Bereket 👉 here.
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Bereket is being nominated for Outstanding Contribution from a New Arrival for his impactful work on BetterAuth, which is making authentication simpler and helping many developers.
The community has already started nominating him. Let’s add our support.
📅 Nominations close Sept 19
🏆 Winners announced at JSConf 2025 (Oct 14–16, Maryland)
Nominate Bereket 👉 here.
Original: x post
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🎉 #ጳጉሜ #CTF is back for the second time this year , bringing you exciting challenges to put your skills to the test! 🧠💻
🗓 Sep 7, 2025
📍 Online
🔗 Register @ https://yekolo.simulationslabs.com/register
🗓 Sep 7, 2025
📍 Online
🔗 Register @ https://yekolo.simulationslabs.com/register
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🚀 Better-Hack — In Person Hackathon
Get ready for Better-Hack, an in-person hackathon proudly brought to you by Better-Auth.
Build impactful projects, meet fellow developers, and compete for a grand prize pool of 200k.
🗓️ October 04 – 05
📍 DxValley 2.0 – Incubation Center, Africa Ave, Addis Ababa
(See on map → Google Maps)
🎁 Rewards
Alongside the prize pool, expect bonus rewards, exclusive merch, stickers, and sponsor goodies.
⚡ Sign up today → better-hack.io
⏳ Registration closes Wednesday at midnight
Bring your laptop, your ideas, and your team. Let’s make Better-Hack unforgettable.
Get ready for Better-Hack, an in-person hackathon proudly brought to you by Better-Auth.
Build impactful projects, meet fellow developers, and compete for a grand prize pool of 200k.
🗓️ October 04 – 05
📍 DxValley 2.0 – Incubation Center, Africa Ave, Addis Ababa
(See on map → Google Maps)
🎁 Rewards
Alongside the prize pool, expect bonus rewards, exclusive merch, stickers, and sponsor goodies.
⚡ Sign up today → better-hack.io
⏳ Registration closes Wednesday at midnight
Bring your laptop, your ideas, and your team. Let’s make Better-Hack unforgettable.
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Ready to take your ALX journey to the next level?
We've partnered with Google to offer you exclusive access to a 8-week Google Cloud Skills Programme, starting 13 October 2025. As part of the partnership, Google will cover all programme costs for learners, giving you hands-on training through Google's professional platform, leading to industry-recognised Google Cloud certificates and skill badges that employers actively seek. Build expertise in cloud infrastructure, earn digital credentials, and join fellow ALX alumni in mastering the cloud engineering skills that are transforming careers across Africa and globally.
Limited spots available exclusively for ALX Software Engineering & AWS graduates ONLY.
Deadline for the application is October 8.
Apply here: https://shorturl.at/7SYv1
We've partnered with Google to offer you exclusive access to a 8-week Google Cloud Skills Programme, starting 13 October 2025. As part of the partnership, Google will cover all programme costs for learners, giving you hands-on training through Google's professional platform, leading to industry-recognised Google Cloud certificates and skill badges that employers actively seek. Build expertise in cloud infrastructure, earn digital credentials, and join fellow ALX alumni in mastering the cloud engineering skills that are transforming careers across Africa and globally.
Limited spots available exclusively for ALX Software Engineering & AWS graduates ONLY.
Deadline for the application is October 8.
Apply here: https://shorturl.at/7SYv1
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🌍 PRE–AYF 2025: Tech & AI for Good 🤝
FOR STARTUPS & BUSINESS EXHIBITORS
📅 October 28, 2025 | 📍 Hyatt Regency, Addis Ababa
FREE PARTICIPATION
Are you a startup or business driving innovation through technology or AI?
Join PRE–AYF 2025, a dynamic pre-event to the African Youth Forum 2025, and connect with the next generation of innovators, investors, and changemakers shaping Africa’s digital future.
💡 Why Exhibit?
✨ Showcase your products, services, or innovations
🤝 Participate in B2B Matchmaking & Networking
🚀 Engage with investors, partners, and policymakers
🌍 Build collaborations that scale your impact
👥 Connect with youth — recruit talents and offer opportunities
🔗 Register Now:
👉 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScAQLEh_yQXOr8xMu06Zn7whpSxma1UUqF164OK-IPIZFARvw/viewform?usp=header
This isn’t just an event — it’s a platform to connect, collaborate, and co-create the future of African innovation.
#AYF2025 #TechForGood #DigitalTransformation #StartupShowcase #YouthInnovation #B2BNetworking
FOR STARTUPS & BUSINESS EXHIBITORS
📅 October 28, 2025 | 📍 Hyatt Regency, Addis Ababa
FREE PARTICIPATION
Are you a startup or business driving innovation through technology or AI?
Join PRE–AYF 2025, a dynamic pre-event to the African Youth Forum 2025, and connect with the next generation of innovators, investors, and changemakers shaping Africa’s digital future.
💡 Why Exhibit?
✨ Showcase your products, services, or innovations
🤝 Participate in B2B Matchmaking & Networking
🚀 Engage with investors, partners, and policymakers
🌍 Build collaborations that scale your impact
👥 Connect with youth — recruit talents and offer opportunities
🔗 Register Now:
👉 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScAQLEh_yQXOr8xMu06Zn7whpSxma1UUqF164OK-IPIZFARvw/viewform?usp=header
This isn’t just an event — it’s a platform to connect, collaborate, and co-create the future of African innovation.
#AYF2025 #TechForGood #DigitalTransformation #StartupShowcase #YouthInnovation #B2BNetworking
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Google Cloud Study Jams EMEA 2025 is here!
Join this free 5-week program to learn practical Cloud and Generative AI skills, earn Google Skill Badges, and get cool swag 🎁
Perfect for students, developers, and tech enthusiasts who want hands-on experience with Google Cloud and Gemini AI.
📅 Runs until November 20, 2025
👉 Sign up: https://rsvp.withgoogle.com/events/cloud-study-jams/home
#GoogleCloud #StudyJams #AI #Developers #CloudComputing
Join this free 5-week program to learn practical Cloud and Generative AI skills, earn Google Skill Badges, and get cool swag 🎁
Perfect for students, developers, and tech enthusiasts who want hands-on experience with Google Cloud and Gemini AI.
📅 Runs until November 20, 2025
👉 Sign up: https://rsvp.withgoogle.com/events/cloud-study-jams/home
#GoogleCloud #StudyJams #AI #Developers #CloudComputing
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Join Ethiopia's premier competitive programming hackathon.
A full-day, on-site event dedicated to advanced problem-solving, data structures and algorithms.
Form a team of three and compete in divisions open to both advanced (Elite) and intermediate (Open) coders for national recognition and exciting prizes! 🏆
🗓 ቅዳሜ, ኅዳር 27 2018 (December 6, 2025)
⏰ 3፡00 - 11፡00 ሰአት (9:00 AM – 5:00 PM)
📍 CapStone ALX Tech Hub, Lideta
🔗 Register now: https://luma.com/9pobz8sd
#ALXEthiopia #CodeLeagueEthiopia #CompetitiveProgramming #DSA #dohardthings #ALXAfrica #lifeatALX
A full-day, on-site event dedicated to advanced problem-solving, data structures and algorithms.
Form a team of three and compete in divisions open to both advanced (Elite) and intermediate (Open) coders for national recognition and exciting prizes! 🏆
🗓 ቅዳሜ, ኅዳር 27 2018 (December 6, 2025)
⏰ 3፡00 - 11፡00 ሰአት (9:00 AM – 5:00 PM)
📍 CapStone ALX Tech Hub, Lideta
🔗 Register now: https://luma.com/9pobz8sd
#ALXEthiopia #CodeLeagueEthiopia #CompetitiveProgramming #DSA #dohardthings #ALXAfrica #lifeatALX
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#opportunityAlert 📣
1. The Federal Civil Service Commission (FCSC) is seeking a highly skilled Senior Database Administrator as an Individual Consultant to manage and optimize their core information systems, specifically the ICSMIS SYSTEM
2. The Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia Civil Service Commission is seeking to hire a highly qualified and experienced Senior System Quality Assurance Specialist as an Individual Consultant for a World Bank-financed project in Ethiopia.
@GDGAddis
#GDGAddis
1. The Federal Civil Service Commission (FCSC) is seeking a highly skilled Senior Database Administrator as an Individual Consultant to manage and optimize their core information systems, specifically the ICSMIS SYSTEM
2. The Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia Civil Service Commission is seeking to hire a highly qualified and experienced Senior System Quality Assurance Specialist as an Individual Consultant for a World Bank-financed project in Ethiopia.
@GDGAddis
#GDGAddis
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🎉 It’s happening! DevFest Addis 2025, RSVP is now OPEN!
The countdown to December 13 starts TODAY.
If you’re a developer, tech enthusiast, innovator, or just curious… this is YOUR event.
🔥 Inspiring speakers
🔥 Hands-on sessions
🔥 Real connections
🔥 Big moments
Don’t wait, secure your seat now!
👉 RSVP here: https://gdg.community.dev/events/details/google-gdg-addis-presents-gdg-addis-devfest25/
The countdown to December 13 starts TODAY.
If you’re a developer, tech enthusiast, innovator, or just curious… this is YOUR event.
🔥 Inspiring speakers
🔥 Hands-on sessions
🔥 Real connections
🔥 Big moments
Don’t wait, secure your seat now!
👉 RSVP here: https://gdg.community.dev/events/details/google-gdg-addis-presents-gdg-addis-devfest25/
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🔥🔥 5 DAYS TO GO! 🔥🔥
Addis… ARE YOU READY?! 🚀✨
In just 5 days, the biggest developer energy of the year hits the city, DevFest Addis 2025!
A full-day experience of AI, Cloud, Security, Innovation, Workshops, Founders, Builders, and PURE COMMUNITY POWER.
This is where:
💥 Ideas turn into products
💥 Side projects turn into careers
💥 Developers become innovators
💥 Connections become opportunities
💥 Africa’s digital future takes shape
No matter what you’re building, DevFest Addis is your moment.
📅 Saturday, December 13, 2025
📍 ALX Ethiopia | Lideta Hub, 4th Floor
Let’s GOOOOOOO! 🚀🔥🔥
#DevFestAddis #gdg_addis #AI #Cloud #AfricaTech #BuildWithAI #DeveloperCommunity #gebeya #alx_ethiopia
Addis… ARE YOU READY?! 🚀✨
In just 5 days, the biggest developer energy of the year hits the city, DevFest Addis 2025!
A full-day experience of AI, Cloud, Security, Innovation, Workshops, Founders, Builders, and PURE COMMUNITY POWER.
This is where:
💥 Ideas turn into products
💥 Side projects turn into careers
💥 Developers become innovators
💥 Connections become opportunities
💥 Africa’s digital future takes shape
No matter what you’re building, DevFest Addis is your moment.
📅 Saturday, December 13, 2025
📍 ALX Ethiopia | Lideta Hub, 4th Floor
Let’s GOOOOOOO! 🚀🔥🔥
#DevFestAddis #gdg_addis #AI #Cloud #AfricaTech #BuildWithAI #DeveloperCommunity #gebeya #alx_ethiopia
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