TMCON 2024

Shaping The

Next Wave.

The ultimate blueprint for Africa's tech and media creators. Discover how a community of innovators, disrupters, and bold dreamers are building a multi-billion dollar economy.

TMCON 2024 Report Showcase
CREATORS. INNOVATORS. DISRUPTORS.
AFRICA'S BIGGEST CULTURE SHIFT
CREATORS. INNOVATORS. DISRUPTORS.
AFRICA'S BIGGEST CULTURE SHIFT
CREATORS. INNOVATORS. DISRUPTORS.
AFRICA'S BIGGEST CULTURE SHIFT
CREATORS. INNOVATORS. DISRUPTORS.
AFRICA'S BIGGEST CULTURE SHIFT
CREATORS. INNOVATORS. DISRUPTORS.
AFRICA'S BIGGEST CULTURE SHIFT
CREATORS. INNOVATORS. DISRUPTORS.
AFRICA'S BIGGEST CULTURE SHIFT
CREATORS. INNOVATORS. DISRUPTORS.
AFRICA'S BIGGEST CULTURE SHIFT
CREATORS. INNOVATORS. DISRUPTORS.
AFRICA'S BIGGEST CULTURE SHIFT

Our Mission

TM Con is an experiential conference that nourishes, connects, and empowers African creators to become the trendsetters of the future. We are a fusion of media and technology, connecting leaders, thinkers, and misfits.

THE HARD NUMBERS

The Wave In Motion

Quantifying the massive cultural and economic footprints left by creators across the continent.

$17.84B

PROJECTED ECONOMY VALUE BY 2030

385M

ACTIVE AFRICAN SOCIAL MEDIA USERS

3,000+

IN-PERSON CONNECTED ATTENDEES

50k+

GLOBAL LIVESTREAM OBSERVERS

WHERE IT BEGAN

Built From Ambition And Pure Grit.

Aerial view of Abuja at dusk

TM CON started as a quiet experiment in Abuja, Nigeria. Our goal was simple: bring Africa's top creators, engineers, and digital marketers into the same room and see what sparks. Today, it has grown into Africa's premier experiential platform where culture meets deep-tech utility.

"The stars are aligning in ways they've never before: the African market is hungry, the infrastructure is solid, and our youth demographic is ready to take over the world."

— David I. Adeleke, Publisher
THE PILLARS OF PROGRESS

Sectors Fueling the Growth

01

Fashion & Lifestyle

Creators thriving on short-form mediums, expressing rich local stories and lifestyle trends.

02

Entertainment & Media

The definitive vanguard of music, film, and digital skits. Now securing global distribution.

03

Finance & Wealth

Simplifying complex monetary mechanisms and bringing real accessibility of modern banking concepts to millions.

04

Tech & Engineering

The rise of the digital native. Builders constructing the very platforms and tools powering the new age.

05

Food & Culinary Arts

Artisans translating traditional recipes into global formats, spanning culinary design, reviews, and vlogs.

06

Health & Wellness

Democratizing proper medicine and personal wellness education through fun, culturally relevant communication.

CHRONICLES OF THE RIDE

How We Scaled Up

2024

The Next Wave (Lagos Edition)

Our massive expansion into Lagos. Connected over 3,000 creators with multinational tech partners, presenting the first comprehensive Creator Economy Report.

2023

Abuja Creator Fest

The catalyst edition. Shifted the focus to monetization infrastructure, bringing global companies to Wuse 2.

2022

The Inception

A gathering of 600 brave pioneers. Established the baseline principles of a united tech and creative economy.

VOICES OF THE CONTINENT

Real Stories, Real Impact

"There's never been a better time in history to be an African creator. The stars are aligning: the market is ready, and people are clamoring for our cultural products."

David I. AdelekeFounder & Publisher

"The African creator space has evolved tremendously. Today, it's not just about creating content; it's about powerful stories that resonate deeply."

Uzee UsmanMovie Maker & Actor

"Since I started my journey in 2015, I have witnessed a remarkable evolution. I am inspired by the diverse creativity and collaboration that now defines our community."

Kunle LaniyanPhotographer

Partners & Sponsors

Shushi
NBC
Hatlab Gelato
Ciddess
TM Global
Ingene Studios
TM Labs
Design Teem
Digital Native Africa
Ekondo
Cosgrove
Ballantine's
Marketing + Media

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