#DEVFESTENUGU2026 • Coal City Edition
DevFest Enugu 2026
Gathering developers, designers, product creators, and tech leaders across Southeast Nigeria to build the next frontier of African technology.
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Date & Time
December 5, 2026
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Venue Location
The Base Landmark, Enugu
Impact & Community Reach
DevFest Enugu 2026 by the Numbers
Southeast Nigeria's premier developer event driving technological empowerment and innovation.
1,000+
Expected Attendees
Developers, Designers & Tech Founders
30+
Project Exhibitions
Innovative Tech & Startup Showcases
20+
Industry Speakers
Local & Global Tech Visionaries
2 Days
Conference Duration
Keynotes, Workshops & Networking
About GDG Enugu
Empowering the Tech Ecosystem of The Coal City.
Google Developer Group (GDG) Enugu is a vibrant community of software engineers, designers, technology leaders, and tech enthusiasts across Southeast Nigeria.
DevFest Enugu 2026 is our flagship annual conference—crafted to inspire skill growth, spark collaboration, showcase breakthrough products, and accelerate technical innovation in our region.
Why Attend DevFest Enugu 2026?
- ✓Deep Technical Insights: Hands-on technical keynotes and workshops by Google Developer Experts and senior industry engineers.
- ✓Startup & Product Exhibition: Discover groundbreaking apps, tools, and platforms built right here in Coal City and across Africa.
- ✓Networking & Hiring: Connect directly with tech founders, engineering leads, recruiters, and fellow builders.
Call For Speakers (CFP)
Share Your Code & Knowledge
📅 Timeline & Milestones
July 1, 2026 Active
CFP Applications Open
Sessionize submission portal opens for topic proposals across all conference tracks.
September 15, 2026 Upcoming
Proposal Review & Close
Technical review committee evaluates abstracts for practical depth and originality.
October 1, 2026 Upcoming
Speaker Lineup Announcement
Accepted speakers notified and official DevFest Enugu speaker cards published.
Speaker Proposals & Session Formats
We welcome applications from developers, researchers, and tech creators. We support multiple presentation formats including Lightning Talks (15 mins), Technical Breakouts (30-45 mins), and Code Workshops (60 mins).
Preferred Topic Tracks
🤖 Artificial Intelligence & LLMs ☁️ Cloud Native & DevOps ⚡ Flutter & Cross-Platform Web 🛡️ Cyber Security & API Defense 🎨 Design Systems & Material 3
Submissions managed via official Sessionize platform
Submit Proposal on Sessionize
DevFest Product Showcase
Innovations Built in Enugu & Beyond
Discover real-world applications, tools, and platforms engineered by GDG Enugu developers and African founders.
HealthTech & AI DevFest 2026
Doc! Telemedicine
Created by Dr. Ezeagu Princewill
AI-assisted telemedicine platform offering remote consultations and medical diagnosis across Nigeria.
Exhibition Booth Explore →
Developer Tools DevFest 2026
Tando Extension Engine
Created by Shamsudeen Adedokun
Browser extension framework built with Flutter enabling cross-platform web productivity tools.
Exhibition Booth Explore →
Gaming & UX DevFest 2026
Goondu Adaptive Games
Created by Eze Nnenna
Adaptive UI game engine using machine learning to adjust difficulty based on player biometric feedback.
Exhibition Booth Explore →
Fintech & SaaS DevFest 2026
Day One Protocol
Created by Obiajulu Onyema
Pre-code protocol platform helping developers launch side-projects that generate immediate revenue.
Exhibition Booth Explore →
Throwback Gallery & Community Energy
Highlights from Past DevFest Enugu Editions
Relive the unforgettable moments, packed auditoriums, hands-on hackathons, and electric energy of GDG Enugu builders.
Venue & Travel Guide
Experience DevFest in Coal City
Hosted in the heart of Enugu, Nigeria—surrounded by rolling hills, rich history, and warm Igbo hospitality.
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The Base Landmark Event Center
Temple Avenue, Independent Layout, Enugu, Nigeria
A state-of-the-art convention facility featuring acoustic auditoriums, breakout exhibition halls, high-speed WiFi networks, and ample parking.
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Airport Arrival:
Akanu Ibiam International Airport (ENU) is located ~15 minutes drive from the venue.
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Local Transit:
Bolt, Uber, and local taxis are readily available throughout Independence Layout and Otigba junction.
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Recommended Accommodation:
Special DevFest attendee discount rates available at nearby hotels along Independence Layout.
Need Directions?
Open venue location directly in Google Maps
📍 LIVE MAP • ENUGU 6.4584° N, 7.5464° E The Coal City Stage