What is the event focus?

The conference focuses on re-centering African philosophies, practices, and knowledge in the field of Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), promoting culturally grounded and inclusive innovation.

Why you should not miss it?

It’s Africa’s flagship HCI event — fostering meaningful collaborations, spotlighting local talent, and defining the future of ethical, inclusive technology design in Africa.

Technology · Conference

AfriCHI Egypt 2025

Name: AfriCHI Egypt 2025
Start: 2025-11-04T09:00:00+00:00
End: 2025-11-08T17:00:00+00:00
Location: Arab Academy for Science, Technology & Maritime Transport, Smart Village Campus

Join AfriCHI 2025 in Cairo, Nov 4–8, to explore African-centered HCI, blending indigenous knowledge with digital innovation.

4–8 November 2025 · Tue 9am – Sat 5pm GMT+3
Arab Academy for Science, Technology & Maritime Transport, Smart Village Campus · Cairo, Egypt
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About this event

The 5th Biennial African Human-Computer Interaction Conference (AfriCHI 2025) is set to take place from November 4-8, 2025, at the AASTMT Smart Village Campus in Cairo, Egypt. Under the theme “Re-Centering African Wisdom in HCI”, the conference aims to bridge Africa's rich heritage with contemporary digital innovations, fostering HCI practices that resonate with African philosophies, cultures, and values.

Key Highlights

Extended Submission Deadline: Papers now due by February 10, 2025.
Diverse Participation Tracks: Including full papers, notes, workshops, case studies, panels, demos, and a doctoral and master's consortium.
Innovative Activities: Featuring a Co-Design School, Design Tribes, and showcases of local UX practices.
Job Fair and Design Competition: Opportunities for networking and showcasing talent.
Inclusive Engagement: Emphasis on diversity, equity, inclusion, and mentorship throughout the conference.

Who Should Attend?

HCI Researchers and Academics
UX/UI Designers and Practitioners
Software Developers and Engineers
Cultural Anthropologists and Sociologists
Students and Early-Career Professionals in HCI
Policy Makers and Government Officials interested in Digital Transformation

AfriCHI Egypt 2025 was a Technology event that took place 4-8 Nov 2025 at Arab Academy for Science, Technology & Maritime Transport, Smart Village Campus, Cairo, Egypt.