About TAQNYA

One platform. One market.

The 15th Libyan International Forum & Exhibition for Communications and IT.

TAQNYA brings together decision-makers, investors, telecom and technology companies, banks, government bodies, universities and startups in one national platform for business, knowledge and partnership.

Now in its 15th edition, TAQNYA 2026 turns national needs into real solutions and partnerships, connecting Libya's fast-growing digital market with regional and international technology leaders.

The opening of a previous TAQNYA edition

TAQNYA in numbers

The 15th edition

25,000+Visitors
300+Exhibitors
40+Countries
14 – 19 December 2026Dates
Tripoli International FairTripoli, Libya
15th EditionEdition

Benefits of participation

Why Libya, why now

01

An emerging market

A young population, more than 7 million users and rising demand for digital services give early entrants a real advantage.

02

Infrastructure renewal

Networks, data centres and government services are being modernised, creating direct opportunities for infrastructure providers.

03

A strategic gateway

Libya's position between Europe and Africa makes it a launch point for North and West African markets.

04

Government support

An official drive towards e-government and updated regulation for the telecom sector.

Delegates at the TAQNYA forum

TAQNYA Strategic Forum

Where policy meets industry

The forum brings ministries, regulators, operators and international technology leaders together to shape the future of Libya's digital sector.

  • Global trends in digital transformation
  • E-government strategies and digital governance
  • The future of telecommunications in Libya
  • Investment in digital infrastructure and technology financing
  • National cybersecurity and smart cities
  • AI in the public sector and public-private partnerships

Our history

15 editions of TAQNYA

Every year we take technology to the next level.

2010

Tripoli International Fair

Held with the support and sponsorship of the General Company for Posts and Telecommunications.

2013

200+ ICT companies

Supported by the Libyan Technology Association, with Al-Madar, Libyana as platinum sponsor and LTT as silver sponsor.

2021

Three days on the future of telecoms

An international exhibition, panel discussions and workshops on emerging technology and 5G.

2023

Speakers from 23+ countries

A full scientific programme connecting Libya with the global technology community.

2025

The 14th edition

25,000+ attendees and 250+ exhibitors, with a hackathon, robot design, gaming and AI showcases.

2026

The 15th edition

TAQNYA returns to Tripoli International Fair, 14–19 December 2026.

Organiser, partners & endorsements

Founder & official organiser

Waha Expo Co. — founder and official organiser of TAQNYA

Partners

Government of National Unity Libya Post, Telecommunications & IT Company (LPTIC)

Approved by

UFI — The Global Association of the Exhibition Industry AAXO — Association of African Exhibition Organizers