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At the recent Global DPI Summit in Cairo, Egypt, Africa.com caught up with Wamkele Mene, Secretary-General of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). In this impromptu interview, Mene shared valuable insights into the challenges and progress surrounding the implementation of the AfCFTA digital trade protocol. Based on this conversation, we have written the following […]
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This article explores the key insights from the “DPI Brewed in an African Pot” session at the Global DPI Summit, focusing on how African nations are adopting and customizing Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) to suit their unique contexts. It highlights the importance of locally tailored solutions, the role of regional innovation, and strategies to bridge […]
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Digital Identity: The Foundation for Inclusion Digital identity systems are central to inclusion in Africa. These systems enable individuals to verify their identity online, granting access to various public and private services. In many African countries, significant portions of the population lack formal identification, which restricts their ability to open bank accounts, receive social benefits, […]
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Paving the Path to Sustainable Development The Global DPI Summit, held from October 1-3, 2024, brought together representatives from over 100 countries, creating a rich platform for dialogue, knowledge exchange, and collaboration across government, private industry, and civil society. The focus was clear: harnessing the power of safe, inclusive, and resilient DPI to accelerate progress […]
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The 3i Africa Summit, held for the first time in Ghana, concluded with a surge of excitement and optimism for Africa’s digital future. Over the past few days, attendees engaged in vibrant discussions, innovative presentations, and impactful panels, all aimed at advancing the continent’s digital agenda. The event, a joint initiative by the Bank of […]
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The Central Bank of Ghana has announced the successful completion of its first proof of concept (POC) for Project DESFT (Digital Economy Semi-Fungible Token), marking a significant milestone in the realm of digital cross-border trade. Kwame Oppong, Director of Fintech and Innovation at the Central Bank of Ghana, made the announcement during the recently concluded […]
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At the recent 3i Africa Summit, held in Accra, Ghana, a panel of professionals gathered to discuss the critical theme of “Digital Public Infrastructure: The Highway for Growth and Prosperity.” The discussion cenered on the significant potential of digital infrastructure to drive growth and prosperity across the African continent. However, the panelists unanimously highlighted a […]
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Fidelity Bank, Ghana’s largest privately owned bank, has entered a groundbreaking partnership with Proxtera to enhance support for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) through the Ghana Integrated Financial Ecosystem (GIFE) platform. This agreement, signed on Wednesday, May 15, 2024, during the 3i Africa Summit, aims to address key challenges faced by SMEs in Ghana, providing […]
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In a compelling address today, 2nd deputy governor of the Bank of Ghana, Mrs Awadzi-Addo, an advocate for underserved empowerment, emphasized the indispensable role of financial inclusion in fostering economic inclusion across Africa. The speech, delivered during the 3i Africa Summit in Accra underscored the critical importance of prioritizing the financial inclusion of underserved populations […]
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A groundbreaking initiative is set to empower Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) in Ghana’s agriculture, manufacturing, Information, Communications and Technology (ICT), and high-value sectors with access to vital financial support. In a strategic partnership between Development Bank Ghana (DBG) and Proxtera, a Singaporean fintech company, some US$100 million in loans will be made available through […]
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