Cairo ICT 2026 Marks 30th Edition, Themed 'AI in Action'

Cairo ICT returns for its 30th edition from November 8 to 11, 2026, in Cairo, Egypt, carrying the theme "AI in Action." The milestone edition follows the 29th event, which was built around "AI Everywhere" and drew over 160,000 visitors alongside more than 500 exhibitors.

The conference has run annually since its 1996 debut, making it one of the longest-running technology gatherings in the Middle East and North Africa region. Global Brands has previously recognized it as the "Most Influential Technology and Innovation Exhibition and Conference in the Middle East and Africa."

What's on the Program

The 2026 edition organizes its content around eight sector-specific forum tracks, each examining how artificial intelligence is being applied within a distinct industry. These include AI in Entertainment, AI in Manufacturing, AI in Health, AI in Education, AI in Transport & Aviation, AI in Banking, AI in Marketing, and AI in Construction.

That structure signals a shift in emphasis from broad AI awareness toward sector-level implementation, reflected in the move from last edition's "Everywhere" framing to this year's "in Action" theme.

Who Should Attend

The event is aimed at enterprise technology buyers, government and public-sector technology leaders, systems integrators, and vendors targeting the MEA region's fast-growing digital and AI markets. Given its track record of drawing six-figure attendance and hundreds of exhibitors, it functions as both a deal-making venue and a showcase of applied AI deployments across verticals such as banking, healthcare, and transport.

Registration

A specific registration link was not available at the time of publication. Prospective attendees and exhibitors should monitor the official Cairo ICT website for updated registration details, exhibitor packages, and the full conference agenda as the November dates approach.