The Quantum Roundtable

Africa Quantum Consortium

Let's gather to discuss cutting-edge quantum research and collaboration opportunities in Africa at the Africa Quantum Consortium Roundtable!

The Quantum Roundtable – Unite to Lead. Deliver Impact.Following the momentum of our March 15th gathering, the Africa Quantum Consortium (AQC) calls leaders back to the table this June.Our events aren’t talk shops—they deliver results. Real partnerships. Concrete action. Africa’s quantum community has been fragmented for too long. That ends now.This virtual roundtable is a strategic forum to connect key players, share insights, and architect Africa’s quantum future—together.What you'll drive: ✅ Build the collaborative infrastructure Africa’s quantum future needs ✅ Shape strategic national and continental initiatives ✅ Appoint accountable champions to execute with urgencyThis is not just another meeting. It’s a movement. Show up ready to shape the future. Sign up. Spread the word. Let’s lead—decisively.

Agenda

Kicking off the event with purpose and clarity—this opening sets the tone for unity, ambition, and collective leadership in Africa’s quantum journey. We’ll spotlight the bold vision behind the Africa Quantum Consortium and why a united front is essential to shaping the continent’s quantum future.

Welcome Remarks

Presentation of the AQC’s ongoing working groups, key initiatives, and collaborative efforts to drive innovation and engagement within the quantum community.

AQC Working Groups and Initiatives Updates

Keynote Address: The State of Quantum in Africa – Where We Are and Where We’re Going

To shape Africa’s quantum future, we must first understand where we stand. This data-driven keynote will examine investment, researchers, publications, innovations, and global contributions, providing a clear picture of Africa’s quantum landscape. With this foundation, we can set strategic priorities, foster impactful collaborations, and position Africa as a key player in the global quantum revolution.

Keynote and State of Quantum in Africa address

Bridging the Gap – Practical Pathways for Industry-Research Partnerships in Quantum.

This talk aims to cover:

How to ease the partnership journey between research and industry.

Lessons quantum can draw from collaborations and initiatives in semiconductors and materials science

The potential middle-ground role Africa could play in the global quantum ecosystem

Practical Pathways for Industry-Research Partnerships in Quantum in Africa

Driving bold partnerships and breakthrough innovation across Africa’s quantum ecosystem, this session delivers strategic insights, practical lessons, and high-impact collaboration opportunities. Dr. Zidan will showcase his cutting-edge research on Quantum Random Access Memory (QRAM), lay out a forward-looking vision for quantum computing in Africa, and share concrete strategies for building intellectual property that positions the continent as a global quantum leader.

Strategic Sharing, Actionable Learning, and Collaboration-Building

The Quantum Community in Nigeria will share on building and scaling quantum efforts in Africa—impact, lessons, next steps, and their vision for quantum on the continent.

Local Leaders, Global Impact

Reflections, Upcoming Quantum Events & Initiatives: This session will highlight key quantum initiatives, including progress on Quantum Cities, the Quantum City Prize, and other landmark events shaping Africa’s quantum ecosystem. More than just discussion, we will take stock and take action to ensure every African country gains access to quantum education and awareness, fulfilling our mission to leave no one behind.

Closing Remarks

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