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Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI)—encompassing interoperable systems such as digital payments, identity frameworks, and data-sharing networks—is revolutionizing Africa’s economic and social spheres. This report identifies the primary leaders advancing DPI across the continent, detailing their roles, initiatives, and collaborative efforts. The African Union (AU), African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), national governments, private sector innovators, and international organizations […]
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By Nonkqubela Jordan-Dyani and Paulin Basinga 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 a digital network that crisscrosses the economy, connecting people, […]
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Dwayne Carruthers, Digital Transformation Communications & Advocacy Manager, United Nations Development Programme Daniel Amewor, Head of Communications, Centre for Digital Public Infrastructure 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 […]
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The inaugural Global Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) Summit, held earlier this month in Cairo, Egypt, has spotlighted Africa as a powerhouse in the advancement of digital public infrastructure. The event, which gathered delegates from over 100 countries, was a call to action to harness safe, inclusive, and resilient DPI for achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) while […]
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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 and interoperable national payment systems. The goal is to ensure that various stakeholders, including regulators, […]
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As Africa continues its digital transformation, the SIIPS Report 2024 (State of Inclusive Instant Payment Systems)—launched today in Accra in partnership with AfricaNenda, the World Bank, and the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA)—highlights the extraordinary growth of Instant Payment Systems (IPS) across the continent and explores their impact on financial inclusion. With 31 live IPS (Instant Payment Systems) in 26 […]
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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 competitiveness in the global economy. Nigeria, Africa’s most populous nation, stands at the forefront of this digital revolution. In a […]
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SALAMA • DIGIT Health DPI: A Case Study: In 2023, Mozambique’s Ministry of Health (MISAU) deployed the DPI approach for public health services in partnership with the eGov Foundation. Malaria remains a major public health concern in Sub-Saharan Africa. DIGIT Health DPI, locally named as Salama, was deployed to improve the efficiency of bed net […]
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The Tanzania Technology Stack forms the foundation for the country’s 10-year Digital Economy Strategy Framework, launched on July 29, 2024, by President Samia Suluhu Hassan. This technology stack includes key platforms like Jamii Namba (digital ID), Jamii Malipo (digital payments), and Jamii Data Shirikishi (Jamii X-Change). These platforms work in tandem with four essential sublayers—consent, […]
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As Africa embraces the digital age, Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) has emerged as a powerful tool for promoting inclusion, driving innovation, and fostering sustainable development. Leaders from across the continent gathered at the Global DPI Summit in Cairo to explore how DPI is reshaping the digital landscape and creating new opportunities. Central to these discussions was the […]
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