A showcase of African technological sovereignty
SALTIS is a platform of convergence and impact for the African technology ecosystem.
December 08-10, 2026
3-day event
Dakar, Senegal
Dakar, Senegal
WHY SALTIS?
Africa must build its own frameworks of thought and action on artificial intelligence and emerging technologies.
SALTIS was born from a strong conviction:
- AI is not just about research or markets, but a lever for social, economic and political transformation
- We must connect actors, make talents and projects visible, and turn national ambitions into concrete actions
Thinking AI for Africa
Building a mastered intelligence, anchored in our realities and serving our priorities
Artificial Intelligence as a growth lever
Turning data into a lever for economic prosperity, where innovation becomes the engine of sustainable development.
Enlightened and Citizen Governance
Nourishing public policies through research and ethics, for transparent technology co-built with citizens.
Revealing Talents
Detect, support and accompany African excellence to transform our innovators into world leaders.
HOW DOES SALTIS ACT?
SALTIS is a platform of convergence and impact
An annual international show bringing together more than 5,000 participants around conferences, masterclasses, demos, AI & Women, PAS Challenge...
An active scientific committee, ensuring academic rigor and strategic continuity.
A framework of visibility and credibility for promising AI startups.
An influential actor, with concrete proposals addressed to authorities and citizens.
A monthly activity programme, decentralized across the country, to collectively build the key themes of each edition.
WHAT SALTIS AIMS FOR
SALTIS aspires to become:
A national reference for training senior officials on the challenges of AI, data and digital sovereignty;
A trusted place to reference solid AI startups, build bridges between projects and institutions, and facilitate investment;
A showcase for the latest developments in knowledge and solutions with publications, position papers and strategic recommendations serving the general interest.
5th Edition of SALTIS: December 08-10, 2026
HISTORY & EVOLUTION
2022 | Foundations & Ethics
- ○Launch of the PAS Challenge.
- ○Initiation of the first debates on AI ethics and governance
2023 | Strategy & Partnerships
- ○Presentation of the National AI & Data Strategy.
- ○Development and consolidation of key strategic partnerships
2024 | Outreach & Infrastructure
- ○Achieving international labeling.
- ○Presentation of the Taouey supercomputer, pillar of digital sovereignty
2025 | Structuring & Expertise
- ○Setting up the scientific committee and publishing the first White Paper.
- ○Strengthening institutional support and recognition on the international stage
2026 | Expansion & Territorial Impact (Projection)
- ○Outreach: Propelling continental champions to the global market and attracting strategic investments.
- ○Inclusion: Territorialization of AI via CaNal'IA
- ○Leadership: Celebrating women's boldness through the Lingère initiative with at least 20 young women in internships
5th Edition of SALTIS: December 08-10, 2026
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