DIGITAL YOUTH FESTIVAL Africa 2025

the 2025 edition of DYF is here
MONA LISA VENUE
10 2nd street Northmead, Benoni 1501
9am - 3pm
26 - 27 June 2025
The Digital Youth Festival Africa
The Digital Youth Festival Africa (DYF-A) is a ground-breaking initiative spearheaded by Africa Beyond 4IR (AB4IR), meticulously designed to serve as an impactful platform. Its primary objective is to provide comprehensive exposure to the digital realm, unraveling its advantages and challenges for the youth of Africa. This visionary endeavor is specifically tailored to address the needs of the youth residing in disadvantaged areas, where access to resources and exposure to the digital economy is limited. By extending a helping hand to this underserved demographic, the festival aspires to bridge the digital divide, empower and uplift young individuals, opening doors to opportunities that might remain elusive.
Festival Objectives
- Raise awareness of opportunities in the digital creative industries sector.
- Encourage youth participation in the digital economy.
- Promote entrepreneurship.
- Introduce innovation and technology.
- Embrace the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR).
Target Audience
- Individuals
- Students
- Tech Enthusiast
- Digital Creatives
- Tech Entrepreneurs
Digital Youth Festival Africa Event Elements
Exhibitions

Panel Discussions

Entertainment

Master Classes

Esports

past EVENT IMPACT
2021
2022
2023
2024
DYF-A has a national footprint in south africa
In 2023 we made history by hosting the Digital Youth Festival Africa across the entire country during South Africa’s youth month.

2021 - 3 Provinces
Gauteng
Northwest
Limpopo
2022 - 5 Provinces
Gauteng
Northwest
Limpopo
Free State
Northern Cape
2023 - 9 Provinces
Gauteng
North West
Limpopo
Mpumalanga
Free State
Northern Cape
Eastern cape
Western cape
Kwa-Zulu Natal
2024 - Continental
Gauteng Province

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