Africa must leverage technology to empower its citizens, particularly those who are underserved and marginalised. While some progress has been made, with many African countries taking significant steps—such as expanding digital access to remote communities, promoting digital literacy, and advancing e-governance—there is still much work to be done.
To further accelerate digital transformation across the continent, it is essential to assess the progress made, identify challenges, and address key issues. Africa’s digital revolution holds great potential to drive sustainable development and economic growth, but it will require effective policies and strategic investments to unlock its benefits entirely.
This compendium, Powering Africa's Digital Transformation: The Policy Landscape, explores various facets of policymaking that can accelerate Africa’s digital evolution. Notably, it presents the African perspective, as all contributing authors are based in Africa and actively involved in shaping the continent's digital policies as researchers, academics, or practitioners.
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Contents
Introduction - Samir Bhattacharya
1. Leveraging Big Data for Governance Transformation in Africa: Opportunities and Challenges - Israel Nyaburi Nyadera
2. The Role of Digital Mode in Africa's Industrial Transformation - Mikatekiso Kubayi
3. Achieving Digital Transformation in Angola: Challenges and Opportunities - Ken Ndalamba and Nelma Manuel
4. Digital Upskilling for Powering Africa’s Transformation: A Gendered Case Study of the Nigerian Ecosystem - Raymond Onuoha
5. Empowering Women in Africa: Harnessing Digital Technologies for Economic Inclusion - Caroline Kathure Gatobu
6. Towards Collaborative Governance in the Public Sector: Analysis of Health Information Systems in Kenya - Zedekia Opondo Sidha
7. Lessons from Electronic Toll Collection in Africa - Siyaduma Biniza
8. Developing Blockchain and Cryptocurrencies in Africa - Adekola Thompson
9. Digital Activism and the 2024 Popular Youth Protests in Kenya - Charles Kebaya
10. Digital Transformation in Tanzania: The Case for Swahili-Language Apps - Avit A. Chami