Benghazi to Host ”Digital Libya 2026” to Drive Digital Economy and Technological Innovation
The Libyan city of Benghazi is set to host the "Digital Libya for Digital Economy, Communications, and Technology 2026" exhibition and forum. Scheduled to take place from July 27 to 30, 2026, at the Benghazi Exhibition and Conference Center, the event will gather a premier group of technology leaders, government entities, startups, investors, and international organizations to explore the future of Libya's digital economy and transformation.
The event aims to provide a strategic platform to showcase the latest technologies and innovations, foster public-private sector cooperation, and encourage investments in the digital economy, telecommunications, and financial technology (Fintech). This supports ongoing efforts to build a knowledge-based economy and solidifies Libya's position as a regional hub for technology and innovation.
Organizers emphasized that the event aligns with the rapid global growth in technological investments. It seeks to support regional integration, accelerate digital transformation, and keep pace with the latest global trends in telecommunications, Fintech, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and digital infrastructure.
Libya’s Premier Technological Event The exhibition is driven by a vision to become Libya's most prominent tech event, contributing to the creation of an integrated and innovative digital economy. Its mission is to provide a global platform uniting experts, companies, government institutions, and investors to display cutting-edge tech solutions, forge strategic partnerships, and support entrepreneurs and tech talents.
The event outlines several strategic objectives, notably showcasing the latest innovations in telecommunications and AI, supporting the shift toward an advanced digital economy, and highlighting cutting-edge cybersecurity and data protection solutions.
The event will also feature the "Digital Libya Forum," bringing together decision-makers, experts, innovators, and tech industry leaders to discuss the future of digital transformation in Libya, review global tech advancements, and build a collaborative environment supporting a sustainable digital economy.
Digital Transformation and Smart Government Services The forum will address several key themes, including digital transformation, smart government services, the digital economy, digital banking, Fintech, digital infrastructure, telecommunications networks, data centers, AI, data analytics, smart decision-making, cybersecurity, digital trust, information protection, smart cities, urban sustainability, quality of life, and the legislation and governance of digital transformation.
The agenda includes specialized activities such as the Digital Libya Forum, a Startups Meetup connecting emerging companies with investors, a Tech Employment Meetup to support digital talent recruitment, a Robotics Meetup showcasing AI applications, and the Digital Libya Award honoring outstanding digital projects.
Technological Sectors The exhibition covers a vast array of tech sectors, including Generative AI, robotics, Industry 4.0, e-commerce, telecommunications, 5G technologies, the Metaverse, Fintech, e-gaming, big data, cloud computing, blockchain, IT solutions, healthcare technologies, cybersecurity, digital marketing, accelerators, incubators, system automation, and software/hardware development.
The event targets top executives and decision-makers, including CEOs, CIOs, CISOs, board members, government officials, consultants, AI experts, investors, and entrepreneurs.
Economic Sectors The exhibition attracts visitors from diverse economic sectors, spanning banking and financial services, energy, oil and gas, healthcare, education, aviation, automotive, telecommunications, media, manufacturing, logistics, tourism, legal, government ministries, SMEs, public services, and defense and security.
The event is sponsored and supported by several institutions and companies, including the Roya Foundation for Digital Economic Development, National Commercial Bank, Bank of Commerce and Development, Wahda Bank, Islamic Finance Bank, Al Siraj Islamic Bank, Roya Academy for Leadership and Technology, and the Libyan Stock Market, reflecting a growing commitment to accelerating Libya's tech ecosystem.