Attendees Overview

Highlights

PyCon Togo 2025 drew a diverse and motivated crowd: our 30 Days of Python challenge prepared hundreds for the conference, and the main event welcomed 250 in-person participants, with seamless integration of livestreamed sessions.

Representation Overview

Gender Distribution (In-Person)

• Women: 30% (~75)

• Men: 70% (~175)

Attendance Breakdown

Breakdown of In-Person Attendees

• Participants: 200

• Speakers & Contributors: 50

Breakdown of online Attendees

In addition to the participants present on site, PyCon Togo 2025 was followed online by hundreds viewers around the world. Togo accounted for the majority of the audience, followed by Nigeria, the United States, France, and the United Kingdom. This international audience demonstrated that, even for its first national edition, PyCon Togo already has a global reach.

Group Representation

The audience primarily consisted of Python beginners, supported by speakers and core contributors who guided and facilitated sessions. This mix ensured a dynamic learning atmosphere and strong mentor-learner engagement.

• Beginners: Many attendees joined the conference after participating in the 30 Days of Fighters Challenge, which allowed non-developers to gain skills and get familiar with Python before the event.

• Intermediate: Developers with practical Python experience deepened their knowledge through workshops and technical sessions.

• Experts: Experienced professionals shared their expertise in advanced talks, enhancing the quality of discussions.

• Local Companies and Partners: The event was supported by two local companies and two local partners, contributing to its success and local impact.

• Local Python Communities: User groups and coding clubs actively participated, bringing local perspectives and enriching conversations.

• Students and Researchers: Many students and researchers attended the conference, engaging in learning and networking.

• Industry Professionals: Representatives from tech companies explored opportunities for collaboration and growth within the Python ecosystem.

This diversity fostered meaningful interactions, strengthening the Python community in Togo and across West Africa.