Share what you're building, learning, or discovering with 200+ Python practitioners from Ghana and across West Africa.
PyHo is one of the most engaged Python communities on the continent. When you take the stage in Ho, you're not just giving a talk — you're contributing to an ecosystem that's actively growing.
Your talk reaches developers from across the Volta Region, Greater Accra, Kumasi, and neighbouring countries — practitioners who are hungry for real-world Python content that speaks to their context.
PyHo is small enough that speakers actually meet the audience. Hallway conversations, the sprint the day before, the dinner after — there's real community here, not just a nameplate on a lanyard.
First-time speakers stand alongside veterans. We actively look for talks from people who haven't spoken at a conference before — your perspective from the field is what the audience came to hear.
Talks are recorded and shared on the PyHo YouTube channel, extending your reach to the broader African Python community and beyond long after October 24.
Accepted speakers receive complimentary conference access. We work with sponsors to offer limited travel support for speakers who need it — reach out after acceptance to discuss.
PyHo operates in partnership with the Python Software Foundation, placing your talk within a global community that values your contribution to Python's growth in Africa.
We have two talk lengths on the main conference day. Choose the format that fits what you want to say.
The standard format for PyHo 2026. Enough time to establish context, walk through a real problem or technique, show code, and leave the audience with something actionable. Includes a short Q&A after the session.
Primary formatSharp, focused, and fast. Lightning talks are perfect for sharing a single idea, a tool you've built, a lesson you've learned, or a project you want the community to know about. No Q&A — the clock rules.
Speed formatChoose a talk (25 min) or lightning talk (5 min). Review the five talk tracks below to see where your idea fits best — one track per proposal. You can submit more than one proposal.
Tell us what the audience will learn, who it's for (beginner / intermediate / advanced), and why it matters in a Python context. Be specific — "I'll show how we cut our API latency by 60% using async task queues" is better than "I'll talk about performance." Avoid jargon that obscures the actual content.
All proposals go through sessionize.com/pyho-2026. You'll need a free Sessionize account. Fill in the talk title, abstract, track, format, and your speaker bio. Proposals are reviewed by the programme committee on a rolling basis.
The programme committee reviews each proposal for relevance, clarity, and fit with the overall programme. You'll receive a decision by email. If your talk is not accepted, we'll let you know — submitting again in future years is always welcome.
We're looking for engaging talks, practical workshops, and community discussions that highlight real-world applications of Python, emerging technologies, and impactful stories from the ecosystem. Proposals should fit one of these five tracks.
Practical AI systems built with Python.
Using Python to automate systems, workflows, and infrastructure.
Building scalable applications and platforms.
Transforming data into usable systems.
Exploring Python beyond traditional use cases.
Have something that doesn't fit neatly?
Submit it anyway. If your talk is compelling and Python-related, we want to hear it. Email us to discuss.
ho@pythonghana.orgOnce your talk is accepted, use these guidelines to prepare your slides. Following them helps your presentation look great on the day and stay accessible to everyone in the room.
Technical requirements for the presentation display at the conference venue.
16:9 widescreen. Do not use 4:3 — it will letterbox on the conference display.
1920 × 1080 px (Full HD). Export at this resolution for crispest projection.
.pptx or .pdf preferred. Google Slides is accepted; bring the link and a PDF backup.
Upload your slides to the speaker portal link (shared on acceptance) at least 48 hours before the conference. A/V team will preload all talks.
Embed all fonts or export as PDF to avoid substitution. System fonts (Arial, Roboto) are safe without embedding.
Bring your own laptop as a backup. We will have an HDMI adapter on stage; USB-C and Mini DisplayPort adapters available on request.
Use dark-theme code editors for live demos — they project more clearly. Increase terminal font size to at least 20 px before walking on stage.
Making your slides accessible helps everyone follow along — including attendees with visual impairments, colour blindness, or who are watching the recorded video.
Speakers will have the opportunity to share knowledge, connect with a vibrant audience, and contribute to one of Africa's most exciting Python gatherings. Join us on October 23–24, 2026 in Ho, Volta, Ghana.
Proposals reviewed on a rolling basis · Conference day October 24, 2026
Questions? Email ho@pythonghana.org
The PyHo 2026 Builders Conference is organized by the Python User Group Ho