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About
(Fourth edition — 2026)
(Fintech and Artificial Intelligence)
TECHFEST, now in its fourth edition, focuses on Fintech and Artificial Intelligence, highlighting innovations driving the future of business and technology. Held under the auspices of His Excellency Mr. Qubad Talabani, Deputy Prime Minister of the Kurdistan Regional Government, TECHFEST provides a platform for businesses, entrepreneurs, and professionals to connect, collaborate, and expand their impact. Founded in 2019, TECHFEST has grown into Iraq's leading youth-driven technology and innovation event, hosted annually at the Sulaymaniyah International Fairground.
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(Date & time)
1 Sept 2026—3 Sept 2026
9 AM — 6 PM
Opens · 8 AM
Closes · 6 PM
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Sulaymaniyah International Fairground
Sulaymaniyah International Fairground, Sulaymaniyah, Kurdistan Region, Iraq
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TECHFEST in numbers
A snapshot of the scale and impact you can expect.
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Sara Ahmed
Fintech researcher working on inclusive digital payments in Iraq.
Karwan Ali
AI engineer building Arabic and Kurdish language models.
Layla Hassan
Founder of a Sulaymaniyah startup in applied AI for SMEs.
Omar Nuri
Product lead helping banks ship safer digital services.
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Agenda
Wednesday, 15 April 2026
09:00
Opening ceremony
Welcome remarks and the official opening of TECHFEST 2026. Dates are placeholders until the public announcement.
10:30
Fintech keynote
How digital payments and open banking can grow the regional economy.
13:00
AI workshop
Hands-on session building small language tools for Kurdish and Arabic.
Thursday, 16 April 2026
10:00
Startup pitch hour
Selected teams pitch projects to mentors and visitors.
16:00
Networking close
Meet exhibitors, speakers, and other builders before day two wraps.
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Have an idea?
SUBMIT YOUR PROJECT
Got an idea or innovation? TECHFEST 2026 welcomes everyone. No matter your age, gender, location, nationality, or background. Showcase your project for free and connect with the world's brightest minds.
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001Is TECHFEST free?
Yes. Entry is free and inclusive. Project submissions are also free.
002Where is the venue?
Sulaymaniyah International Fairground. ISU airport is a few minutes away.
003When is TECHFEST 2026?
The official date will be announced soon on this website.
004How do I submit a project?
Register, open the application form, and send your answers. Admins review submissions in the panel.
005Is parking available?
Yes. On-site parking is available. Taxis and ride apps also serve the fairground.
006Which languages are supported?
English, Kurdish (Sorani), and Arabic.
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001(News)
Plan your visit to Sulaymaniyah
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How to submit your project
Create an account, open the apply form, and send your project. Submissions are free. Teams of any age and background are welcome.
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TECHFEST 2026 is coming
The fourth edition focuses on Fintech and AI at the Sulaymaniyah International Fairground. Dates will be announced soon. The event remains free and open to everyone.