HONOR to Spotlight AI Innovation and Connectivity at Africa Tech Festival 2025
CAPE TOWN, South Africa — 07 November 2025 — Global smart device brand HONOR, the Diamond Sponsor of this year’s Africa Tech Festival 2025, will take centre stage at the continent’s leading technology gathering, underscoring its commitment to empowering Africa’s digital transformation through innovation, artificial intelligence (AI), and connectivity.
HONOR’s CEO, Fred Zhou, will deliver a keynote titled “HONOR’s Role in Empowering Africa Through AI Innovation and Connectivity for All” on Tuesday, 11 November 2025, at 09:45am. His address will highlight how AI-driven technologies are reshaping communication, creativity, and productivity — and how HONOR is contributing to a more inclusive and connected Africa.
“At HONOR, we believe technology has the power to bridge divides and create a more inclusive digital future,” said Fred Zhou, CEO of HONOR. “Africa is on the cusp of a new era of intelligent connectivity — and we are proud to play a role in empowering this transformation through innovation that is accessible, human-centred, and sustainable.”
In addition to the keynote, HONOR will feature in two panel discussions at Africa Tech Festival 2025:
Fireside Chat 1: The Impact of AI in the Smartphone Industry
- Date: 11 November 2025
- Time: 12:00 pm – 12:30 pm
- Moderator: Aki Anastasiou, Technology Broadcaster and Futurist
- Panellists: Fred Zhou (HONOR CEO), Akram Mohamed (Founder and editor of Geekhub), Andisa Ntsubane; Managing Executive: Brand, marketing, and Brand Sponsorship (Vodacom)
Fireside Chat 2: The African Connectivity Challenge – Infrastructure, Affordability, and Awareness
- Date: 12 November 2025
- Time: 11:40 am – 12:00 pm
- Moderator: Akim Benamara (Founder & Chief Editor of TechAfrica News)
- Panellists: Fred Zhou (HONOR CEO), Andisa Ntsubane; Managing Executive: Brand, marketing, and Brand Sponsorship (Vodacom), Vusi Thembekwayo; Global Speaker, Venture Capitalist and Author
HONOR’s participation aims to drive conversation around the role of AI, infrastructure, and affordability in achieving a digitally connected Africa, while reaffirming the brand’s vision of enabling smarter living through innovation.