At the recent Global DPI Summit in Cairo, Egypt, Africa.com caught up with Wamkele Mene, Secretary-General of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). In this impromptu interview, Mene shared valuable insights into the challenges and progress surrounding the implementation…
Paving the Path to Sustainable Development The Global DPI Summit, held from October 1-3, 2024, brought together representatives from over 100 countries, creating a rich platform for dialogue, knowledge exchange, and collaboration across government, private industry, and civil society. The…
Kenya has implemented several key Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) projects that have significantly impacted various sectors. In fact, the East African country is one of the biggest adopters of the initiative in Africa. In this article, we will examine two…
Kenya has emerged as a leader in the adoption of Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) in Africa. By integrating technology into key public services, the country is accelerating socio-economic growth and improving access to essential services. This article provides an overview…
Leading up to our coverage of the Global DPI Summit happening next week in Cairo, Egypt, Africa.com is pleased to present this special edition newsletter on Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) in Africa curated by Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation’s Head of DPI,…
BCX, a leading South African ICT company, has successfully completed a multi-million Rand, three-year transformation of its core network infrastructure, significantly strengthening the country’s digital economy. This article showcases how BCX tackled the challenges of outdated infrastructure to provide businesses…
In recent years, Africa has witnessed a rapid advancement in digital banking, reshaping the continent’s financial landscape. Somalia is a remarkable example, where East Africa’s Salaam Bank, in collaboration with Paymentology, has launched a co-branded tokenised tap-to-pay digital companion card…
The information summarized is sourced from the article titled “AU recognises female innovators using technology to transform the education sector in Africa,” published on August 6, 2024. The article details the achievements of female innovators recognized by the AU through…
As consumer needs evolve, fintech companies are at the forefront of delivering solutions that not only meet but also exceed expectations. From streamlining international money transfers to empowering wealth creation and enabling financial inclusion across Africa, these pioneers are demonstrating…
The African continent is undergoing a financial revolution, driven by the widespread adoption of mobile phones among its young, tech-savvy population. This shift is primarily due to the growth of fintech (financial technology), which has dramatically improved financial inclusion by…
