Hammamet to host 12th International CIO Forum in 2026

The 12th edition of the International Forum of Information Systems Directors (DSI) is scheduled to take place in Hammamet from November 5 to 7, 2026. Under the theme ‘AI Driven: From Concept to Value,’ the event will bring together information systems directors, technology experts, startups, and international delegations to discuss the practical integration of artificial intelligence into business operations.

Key topics include transitioning AI from experimental stages to measurable organizational value, the impact of AI on professional skills and job roles, cybersecurity, and technological infrastructure. The forum will feature conferences, workshops, and round tables.

New additions to the program include a 48-hour AI hackathon and a ‘Startup Village’ showcasing 15 Tunisian and African companies through the Abdelwaheb Ben Ayed Innovation Award. Benin will be the featured country for this edition, aiming to strengthen digital cooperation and exchange across the region.