The theme for Scifest Africa

2018 is “Innovation 4.0”, with reference to the Fourth Industrial Revolution, which attributes technology advancement and transformation. Scifest is encouraging participating organisations to think artificial intelligence, 3D printing, nanotechnology, digital, quantum computing and the unlimited possibilities of emerging technology breakthroughs. In 2017, Scifest Africa attracted more than 62 000 visitors and offered a festival programme of 58 exhibitions and 726 events, presented by 291 contributors from 75 organisations in South Africa and the international STI sector.