Social Media Strategy

To create a vibrant online presence for PyCon Africa, the social media team can use a structured approach for announcements and engagement posts.

Here’s a comprehensive list of posts and announcements to consider, incorporating key activities and timelines:

Pre-Conference Announcements

1. Welcome Posts

   • Introduction to PyCon Africa 2024 and its significance.

   • Highlight the theme of the conference.

2. Host Country Announcement

   • Announce the host nation for the current year and future years (e.g., South Africa for 2025).

3. Save the Dates

   • Official dates for the conference and key deadlines.

4. Call for Volunteers

   • Open call for volunteers with details on how to apply and benefits.

5. Call for Proposals (CFP)

   • Announce the opening and deadline for talk submissions.

   • Highlight categories and submission guidelines.

6. Sponsorship Announcements

   • Announce the start of the sponsorship campaign.

   • Share sponsorship packages and benefits.

7. Keynote Speakers and Featured Talks

   • Announce keynote speakers as they confirm.

   • Highlight particularly interesting talks or workshops.

8. Program Highlights

   • Share the tentative schedule and main tracks.

   • Feature tutorials, workshops, and sprints.

Engagement and Updates

1. Volunteer Spotlights

   • Introduce and thank volunteers with personal stories and roles.

2. Behind-the-Scenes

   • Share insights and behind-the-scenes looks at the planning process.

3. Countdowns

   • Regular countdown posts leading up to the conference.

4. Past Event Highlights

   • Share testimonials and highlights from previous PyCon Africa events.

Sponsor Engagement

1. Sponsor Spotlights

   • Highlight and thank sponsors as they come on board.

2. Impact Stories

   • Share how sponsor contributions are helping the community, like funding for financial aid.

Community Engagement

1. Community Highlights

   • Feature local Python communities and their contributions to the conference.

2. Interactive Posts

   • Polls, Q&A sessions, and interactive content to engage the audience.

3. Language and Inclusivity Posts

   • Announcements about language inclusivity efforts and translation services if applicable.

Conference Week

1. Daily Schedules

   • Post the schedule for each day with reminders about key events.

2. Live Updates

   • Share live updates, quotes, and photos from sessions and events.

3. Thank You Posts

   • Thank attendees, speakers, sponsors, and volunteers each day.

4. Networking and Social Events

   • Highlight networking opportunities and social events like the PyLadies Dinner and Django Girls workshop.

Post-Conference

1. Conference Recap

   • Share highlights and key takeaways from the conference.

2. Feedback Requests

   • Encourage attendees to provide feedback via surveys.

3. Future Announcements

   • Tease announcements for future events and keep the community engaged year-round.