In a continent of 55 countries and 1.4 billion people, seamless trade, service delivery, and innovation have long been hindered by fragmented systems. Enter Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI)—the interoperable layers of digital identity, payments, and data exchange that are quietly…
Since the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) kicked off trading in January 2021—following its launch in 2019—the continent has pursued its bold vision of a unified market. Aligned with the African Union’s Agenda 2063, the goal is a seamless…
In the rolling highlands of Lesotho’s Mafeteng District, life in villages like that of the Matokele family still follows a familiar rhythm. Children herd sheep along dusty paths, families draw water from communal wells, and evenings end around crackling fires…
Africa’s Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) story is entering a new chapter. For years, conversations focused on identity rails and payment systems — the foundations that 40+ countries have been quietly building. That phase is nearly done. What comes next is…
In March 2007, Safaricom launched a small experiment that would quietly reshape an entire continent. M-Pesa, built to let Kenyans move money through simple SMS, was never described as Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI). Policymakers worried it might destabilize the financial…
In today’s Africa, connectivity is no longer a luxury; it’s the lifeblood of modern economies. From bustling urban centers to remote rural villages, Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) is emerging as the invisible network connecting people, services, and opportunities. At its…
In Africa today, connection means more than mobile towers and internet cables. It means the ability to learn, trade, innovate, and participate fully in the digital economy. At the heart of this transformation lies digital public infrastructure (DPI)—the backbone systems…
Imagine a nation on the cusp of a digital revolution, where technology becomes the bridge to equity and opportunity. In The Gambia, this vision is not just a dream—it’s rapidly becoming reality. Thanks to an ambitious partnership between The Gambia…
“Imagine living in a world where simple transactions like paying school fees or buying groceries are out of reach for millions of people—not because they lack money, but because they lack access. For many in Central Africa, this is not…
The digital revolution is here, and Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) is fast becoming the cornerstone of inclusive, cost-effective development worldwide. For Africa, DPI holds transformative potential to accelerate digital transformation, bridging gaps and enabling innovative solutions for millions. But as…
