DPI Global Summit Sessions
Towards an African DPI Blueprint: Accelerating Africa’s Digital Transformation This session explores the transformative potential of Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) as a key driver for Africa’s digital future. As robust connectivity and enabling digital platforms become critical, delegates discuss the African Digital Public Infrastructure Blueprint. This initiative, led by the UN and the African Union, […]
Future Trends in Digital Public Infrastructure
Future Trends in DPI session Welcome to this session on the future of Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI), where we explore the transformative potential of emerging technologies like AI and blockchain. The discussion also focuses on the development of sustainable, green DPI solutions, while addressing critical topics such as cybersecurity, data protection, and agile capacity development. […]
DPI Global Summit Sessions
Driving Africa’s Digital Transformation: AfCFTA’s Vision for a Connected Continent In this key session, Wamkele Mene, Secretary-General of AfCFTA, explores how Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) can drive Africa’s economic integration, accelerate intra-African trade, and foster financial inclusion. His address aligns DPI with AfCFTA’s vision for a more interconnected, prosperous Africa, followed by a fireside chat […]
AfCFTA Secretary-General, Wamkele Mene
Interview conducted by Africa.com Wamkele Mene, Secretary-General of AfCFTA, discusses the challenges and progress in implementing Africa’s digital trade protocol. While overcoming initial hurdles like data movement and payment systems was key, the real challenge now is implementation. Mene highlights the need for capacity-building, advocacy, and the strong political will of 48 countries already committed. […]
Global DPI Summit
African Voices on Digital Public Infrastructure A video compilation featuring diverse perspectives from participants at the Global DPI Summit that took place in Cairo, Egypt. In this engaging montage, attendees share the one word they believe best captures the essence of Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) in Africa today. The video highlights the enthusiasm, optimism, and […]
DPI Brewed in an African Pot – Global DPI Summit
The “DPI Brewed in an African Pot” session at the Global DPI Summit explores how African countries are uniquely adopting and adapting Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) to address their diverse regional needs. Featuring insights from experts, the session delves into topics like financial inclusion, digital government services, and local innovations, emphasizing the importance of bridging […]
Ghana Purchases Its First Drought Insurance Policy From ARC
The Government of Ghana has purchased its first-ever sovereign drought insurance policy, taking a significant step towards safeguarding its vulnerable communities and agricultural sector from potential drought. Through an inclusive, country-led process coordinated by the Global Shield Secretariat, the African Risk Capacity (ARC) Ltd. issued the policy for the benefit of the Government of Ghana, […]
Africa50 Completes Historic $100 Million Asset Recycling Programme With The Gambia As Upgrade Works Begin On The Senegambia Bridge
Africa50, the pan-African infrastructure investor and asset manager, has officially assumed operations of the Senegambia Bridge after disbursing the first $15.5 million tranche of a $100 million Asset Recycling programme with the Government of The Gambia. The project will be managed by the newly established Transgambia Bridge Company Ltd., created through a Shareholders Agreement between […]
Ayra Starr To Perform First-Ever YouTube Live Concert In Nairobi
Grammy-nominated African music artist Ayra Starr will perform a special YouTube Live concert streamed globally from Nairobi, Kenya. The event, produced in partnership with Raha Fest, will celebrate the release of her sophomore album, “The Year I Turned 21”, and will be available for fans worldwide to experience on her official YouTube channel. Ayra Starr, who is known for […]
World Menopause Day: Fostering Workplace Inclusivity With Enhanced Support For Menopausal Women, The Fastest-Growing Workforce Demographic
Globally, the workforce is seeing its fastest demographic growth among women who are of menopausal age.1. By 2030, it is projected that over one billion women worldwide will be perimenopausal or postmenopausal, with nearly 50 million women reaching menopause each year.2 However, many women lack the necessary support to manage menopausal symptoms, leading to reduced responsibilities […]
