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What Is Digital Identity, Really? And Why It Matters in Africa
Innovation & Technology

What Is Digital Identity, Really? And Why It Matters in Africa

Imagine you’re trying to open a bank account in Ghana. Or register a SIM card in Nigeria. Or access healthcare in Ken...

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The Rise of AI Startups in Africa: Who’s Building What?
Innovation & Technology

The Rise of AI Startups in Africa: Who’s Building What?

Think: AI diagnosing faster than a crowded clinic queue, algorithms predicting maize yields in Machakos, or chatbots ...

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What’s Next for Public Transport in West Africa?
Economy & Work

What’s Next for Public Transport in West Africa?

From Dakar to Cotonou, West Africa’s cities move not on rails or apps, but on hustle. But the system, as it stands, i...

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