The annual Python conference for Ho, the Volta Region, and the wider Ghana developer community. Two days. Real builders. One community.
"A conference built by the community, for the community — in the heart of the Volta Region."
PyHo is the annual Python conference organized by the Python User Group Ho — a grassroots community of developers, builders, students, and open-source contributors based in Ho, Ghana's Volta Region.
The conference brings together Python enthusiasts of all experience levels for two days of learning, building, and connecting. Whether you've been writing Python for a decade or you're curious about what it even is — PyHo is for you.
PyHo 2026 is our most ambitious edition yet. We're introducing the Builders Lab Sprint — a new day-long hands-on track where developers team up to ship real things — alongside the beloved Django Girls Ho workshop and a full day of community-selected talks.
See the full program →Every decision we make at PyHo — from how we select talks to how we price tickets — comes back to these principles.
PyHo exists because of volunteers — people who give their time, skills, and energy to build something meaningful for the local developer community. The conference is by the community, for the community.
We actively work to ensure that PyHo reflects the full diversity of our community — across gender, background, experience level, and discipline. Everyone belongs here.
We believe the best learning happens when you make things. That's why the 2026 edition introduces the Builders Lab Sprint — because talking about code matters, but shipping it matters more.
PyHo is deeply rooted in Ho and the Volta Region, but we hold ourselves to the same standards as the best Python conferences anywhere in the world — in content quality, safety, and experience.
Every attendee, speaker, sponsor, and volunteer deserves to feel safe and respected. Our Code of Conduct is not optional — it applies to everyone, everywhere at PyHo, without exception.
We are open about how talks are selected, how the budget is managed, and how decisions are made. We publish our processes so the community can hold us accountable and improve over time.
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Visit python.org/psfPyHo is produced in association with the Python Software Foundation (PSF) — the nonprofit organization whose mission is to promote, protect, and advance the Python programming language and to support and facilitate the growth of a diverse and international community of Python programmers.
The PSF supports community events like PyHo through grants, fiscal sponsorship, and by providing resources that help organizers run high-quality, welcoming conferences around the world. Our partnership with the PSF connects PyHo to a global network of Python communities — from PyCon US to Python events across Africa, Europe, Asia, and beyond.
PyHo's organizers are active members of the PSF community and are committed to upholding the PSF's values of openness, diversity, and community collaboration in everything we do.
Learn more about the PSF →PyHo is dedicated to providing a harassment-free conference experience for everyone — regardless of gender, gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, ethnicity, religion (or lack thereof), or technology choices.
We do not tolerate harassment of conference participants in any form. Conference participants violating these rules may be sanctioned or expelled from the conference without a refund at the discretion of the conference organizers.
Our Code of Conduct is based on the PSF Code of Conduct and adapted for the PyHo context. We are grateful to the broader Python community for developing these shared standards.
Use inclusive language. Welcome people from all backgrounds and experience levels. Go out of your way to make newcomers feel comfortable.
Different people have different perspectives and experience. Disagreement is fine — but be respectful. Criticism should be directed at ideas, not people.
Your work will be used by other people and you in turn will depend on the work of others. What you do affects your community, so take those consequences into account.
It's okay to make mistakes. Be kind to others when they make mistakes, and be kind to yourself. We're all learning, and learning is the whole point of being here.
If you experience or witness unacceptable behaviour, or have any other concerns, please notify a conference organizer as soon as possible. Organizers are identifiable by their PyHo staff lanyards and will be stationed at the registration desk throughout the event.
You can also reach us at ho@pythonghana.org — all reports are treated in confidence.
We believe that a diverse Python community makes Python stronger. PyHo is committed to creating an environment where people from all backgrounds can fully participate, contribute, and thrive.
We know that diversity doesn't happen by accident. It takes deliberate effort, active outreach, and structural support. These are the concrete steps we take to build a more inclusive conference every year.
Questions about D&I? Reach out →We co-host the Django Girls Ho workshop — a free programming event specifically for women and non-binary people — as part of PyHo weekend. This is one of our most important community commitments.
We set aside a portion of every sponsorship to fund financial assistance grants for attendees who would otherwise be unable to attend. Applications are reviewed by a blind panel.
Our programme committee actively reaches out to first-time speakers, speakers from underrepresented groups, and speakers from outside the major cities. We run a speaker mentorship programme for first-timers.
Our Code of Conduct applies everywhere at PyHo. We train our volunteers in incident response and provide multiple channels for reporting concerns — including anonymously.
PyHo is committed to ensuring every attendee can participate safely and comfortably. Our health and safety policies are reviewed and updated before each event.
A certified first-aider will be on-site throughout the conference. The nearest hospital — Ho Teaching Hospital — is approximately 5 minutes by vehicle from the conference venue.
The conference venue has clearly marked emergency exits, accessible facilities, and designated quiet areas. A venue safety briefing will be given at the start of each day.
All attendees are encouraged to wear their conference badges at all times inside the venue. Our volunteers are briefed on safety procedures and are available to assist.
PyHo is run entirely by a dedicated team of volunteers from the Python User Group Ho. Here's the core team making PyHo 2026 happen.
Here are answers to the things people ask us most. Don't see yours? Email us at ho@pythonghana.org
PyHo is the annual Python conference for Ho, the Volta Region, and the wider Ghana developer community. It's organized by volunteers from the Python User Group Ho and covers everything from beginner-friendly workshops to advanced technical talks.
PyHo 2026 runs across the weekend of October 22–24, 2026, in Ho, Volta Region, Ghana. The main conference is on October 24, with the Django Girls Ho workshop on October 22–23 and the Builders Lab Sprint on October 23.
The exact venue is to be announced. Follow us on social media or sign up for our mailing list to be the first to know.
Anyone who is interested in Python! Whether you're a complete beginner who has never written a line of code, a student learning programming, a working developer, a data scientist, a researcher, or an open-source contributor — there's something at PyHo for you.
We especially welcome first-time conference attendees and people from underrepresented groups in tech.
We price PyHo to be as accessible as possible. We offer student and concession rates, and early-bird tickets are available at a significant discount. Financial aid grants are also available for those who need them.
Full ticket pricing will be announced when registration opens. Visit the Attend page for the latest information.
Yes! The Call for Proposals (CFP) is open now. We welcome talk submissions on any Python-related topic — web development, data science, machine learning, DevOps, education, open-source, and more.
We especially encourage first-time speakers to submit. We run a speaker mentorship programme to help you prepare. Submit your proposal here.
The Builders Lab Sprint is a brand-new addition to PyHo 2026. It's a focused, hands-on coding day (October 23) where developers work in small groups to build, contribute, or prototype real projects using Python.
Whether you want to contribute to an open-source library, hack on a community tool, or start something new — the Sprint provides the space, structure, and support to make it happen. Learn more about the Builders Lab Sprint.
Absolutely — and we'd love your help! Volunteers are the backbone of PyHo. As a volunteer, you'll help with registration, session management, catering, and more. In return, you get a free conference ticket and a PyHo volunteer t-shirt.
Visit the Volunteer page to find out more and apply.
Sponsoring PyHo is a great way to connect with Python developers across Ghana and the broader West Africa tech community. We offer Platinum, Gold, Silver, and Community sponsorship tiers with a range of benefits.
Download our Sponsorship Prospectus or email us at sponsorship@pythonho.com to start a conversation.
The PyHo 2026 Builders Conference is organized by the Python User Group Ho