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Tech Guru meetup ’25 ignites innovation; showcases the Future of African Tech

The second edition of Tech Guru Meetup organised by Tech Hub Africa has been held in Accra. The event saw a convergence of Ghana’s digital minds, united by a shared vision of innovation, collaboration, and impact.

The meetup brought together students, seasoned professionals, startup founders, and investors, creating a vibrant space for high-value networking and real-time collaboration.

Attendees witnessed firsthand how ideas are exchanged, partnerships formed, and the future of African technology actively shaped.

A major highlight of the evening at La Palm Royal Beach Hotel was the Startup Pitch Competition Finale, where some of Ghana’s most promising startups demonstrated bold ideas and practical solutions with global potential. The pitches reaffirmed that the next wave of transformative technology is being built right here in Ghana.
The judging panel Bernard Mensah, Franklin Leonards,  Foster Oppong, and Pauline Arthur Abad brought deep industry expertise to the competition, offering critical insights and constructive feedback that added immense value to the participating startups.

At the end of the competition, three startups emerged as winners:

•Kronoz, an innovative events hub for ticketing took the first prize of $1000;

•Rushpay, a digital payments solution grabbed the second prize;

•SciResearch, a platform for decentralizing scientific research took the third prize.

The founder of Kronoz described the victory as a major boost for the company, providing both validation and momentum for future growth.

Speaking on the impact of the event, Doreen Awuku Agyeman, Co-Founder of Tech Hub Africa, expressed excitement about the quality of ideas presented and the strong networks formed. She also announced a new initiative, “Tech for All,” aimed at expanding access to technology and innovation across all regions of Ghana, reinforcing the commitment to inclusivity in the tech space.

Organized under the theme “Meet. Network. Innovate. Empower.”, the Tech Guru Meetup ’25 formed the grand finale of a three-day tech showcase celebrating innovation and entrepreneurship. Through keynote panels, interactive sessions, and meaningful connections, the event reaffirmed its mission to empower Africa’s tech ecosystem by connecting innovators, nurturing talent, and showcasing excellence in technology, science, and engineering.

With a clear vision of positioning Africa as a global leader in the digital age, the Tech Guru Meetup ’25 has set a strong tone for the year ahead one defined by collaboration, opportunity, and a thriving, inclusive future for African technology.

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