Digitalization as a lever for transforming businesses and governments
May 11, 2026 | 9:30 AM EAT - 10:00 AM EAT
Agora Innovate
Description
Digitalization has emerged as a structuring lever for productivity, competitiveness, and institutional performance in Africa, profoundly transforming both business models and public action. The rise of digital platforms, data‑driven services, and digital public infrastructure is reshaping market access, value‑chain efficiency, and the quality of services delivered to citizens. The challenge is no longer technology adoption, but the ability to generate measurable gains at scale. This discussion highlights the levers of connectivity, skills, data governance, and interoperability that make it possible to move from fragmented uses to systemic transformation, strengthen market attractiveness, and turn digitalization into a sustainable driver of growth, inclusion, and public‑sector effectiveness.
Summary :
Digitalization in Africa is shifting from simple infrastructure to the deployment of secure digital identity systems, which are essential for driving financial inclusion and economic growth. Success in this transformation relies less on technology alone and more on strong leadership, robust governance, and the ethical management of data. Ultimately, to ensure inclusive progress, stakeholders must focus on human capital, digital literacy, and bridging the gap in basic infrastructure like electricity.
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