In a small district office in northern Ghana, what used to take weeks—getting a national ID—now takes minutes. In Kenya, a mother registers her child’s birth online from a rural dispensary. In South Africa, a digital platform lets citizens report…
In the heart of a refugee camp in Malawi, a young mother receives personalized healthcare advice in her native language—without ever seeing a doctor. In northern Kenya, displaced families access emergency funds through secure digital wallets, no paperwork required. And…
Across Africa, the push to build robust digital public infrastructure (DPI) systems is picking up pace. But as this momentum builds, it’s vital that African governments define and implement their own priorities rather than following a one-size-fits-all model. The road…
The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has emerged as a linchpin in Africa’s economic evolution, building trade, industrialization, and financial integration while increasingly leveraging digital public infrastructure (DPI) to amplify its impact. Established over 30 years ago, this Pan-African multilateral institution…
Imagine a world where every citizen can access government services with ease, small businesses can expand into new markets, and women have equal access to financial opportunities. Digital public infrastructure (DPI) is key to making this a reality. DPI is…
South Africa is embarking on a transformative journey to replace the traditional green ID book with a new smart identity system. President Ramaphosa announced during his 2025 State of the Nation Address on 6 February that enhanced digital public infrastructure…
Imagine a Kenya where every financial transaction—be it buying groceries in Nairobi or sending money to family in Mombasa—happens instantly, securely, and inclusively. This vision is rapidly becoming a reality as Kenya embarks on a transformative journey to revolutionize its…
Digital public infrastructure (DPI) is a force multiplier today, enabling countries to deliver a range of services at scale. However a few years ago, it was still an emerging concept for much of the development community, sparking questions about its…
This interview with Sabine Mensah, Deputy Chief Executive Officer of AfricaNenda, focuses on the organization’s role in assisting African governments with digital financial inclusion. Sabine explains how AfricaNenda helps map out needs and strategies for governments, focusing on creating inclusive…
Insights from Nigeria’s DPI Journey Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) plays a vital role in enabling access to essential services and fostering economic growth across the globe. For Africa, DPI offers transformative potential, ensuring inclusive digital access and strengthening the region’s…