This week, from Monday, September 16, to Saturday, September 21, 2019, TechNext has meticulously curated a list of impactful events designed to offer unique opportunities for learning, networking, and professional growth across various fields. These carefully selected gatherings aim to equip attendees with new insights and connect them with like-minded individuals and industry leaders, fostering advancement in their chosen professions.

One of the prominent events is the **eCommerce Summit**, the first of its kind in Egypt, scheduled for Tuesday, September 17, 2019, at the Nile Ritz Carlton Hotel in Cairo. This summit is strategically designed to accelerate the growth of e-commerce within Egypt and the broader MENA region. It will foster crucial discussions on the immense potential of online selling and enhance awareness regarding the intricate workings of the e-commerce landscape. Furthermore, the event provides an invaluable platform for top-tier industry players to engage and network with a diverse range of service providers and influential leaders in the sector.

For aspiring entrepreneurs, the **Startup Pitch Bootcamp** offers an intensive workshop aimed at honing pitching skills. Taking place on Wednesday, September 18, 2019, at the Mediterranean School of Business in Tunis, Tunisia, this bootcamp is open to entrepreneurs with burgeoning startup ideas. Recognizing that effective pitching is fundamental for scaling businesses and communicating effectively with potential investors and customers, the workshop focuses on helping participants refine their pitches, identify common mistakes, and understand the essential components of a compelling presentation.

The **Wennochat September Edition**, a monthly ecosystem engagement platform, is set to convene on Friday, September 20, 2019, at 3 pm at the Wennovation Hub in Ibadan. This edition is themed "Investment opportunities available through the stock market" and will feature Mr. Kayode Ogun, the Branch Manager (Ibadan) of The Nigerian Stock Exchange, as the lead speaker. The event brings together entrepreneurs, technology enthusiasts, developers, and other key ecosystem stakeholders to facilitate networking and deliberate on critical issues impacting the business and technology innovation industry in Nigeria.

On Saturday, September 21, 2019, at 9 am, the **R-Ladies Lagos Launch** will be held at NG Hub From Facebook in Yaba, Lagos. Organized by the African Women in Technology and Business, this launch event gathers all members of R-Ladies in Lagos. It highlights R as a powerful programming language and free software environment specifically designed for statistical computing and graphics. Newcomers are highly encouraged to attend, as the event will include intensive training sessions focused on a beginner's guide to the R programming language, making it accessible for all skill levels.

Finally, exploring cutting-edge technology, **BLOCKCHAIN: The Future of Money** is a university-based tour designed to educate students about the rapidly evolving world of blockchain technology and cryptocurrency. This particular edition of the event will take place on Saturday, September 21, 2019, at 11 am at The Hall, LAUTECH, Oyo State, specifically for the students of Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH). The event aims to shed light on why blockchain is increasingly being recognized as one of the most significant inventions of modern times, moving beyond the hype to its practical implications.

TechNext encourages event organizers who wish to have their events featured in future curated lists to reach out with details via email at [email protected].