How can AFRICA leverage technology as a competitive advantage to become an economic power.
In economics, it is widely accepted that technology is the key driver of the economic growth of countries, regions and cities. Technological progress allows for the more efficient production of more and better goods and services, which is what prosperity depends on. Digital Transformation is a driving force for innovative, inclusive and sustainable growth. Innovations and digitalization are stimulating job creation and contributing to addressing poverty, facilitating the delivery of goods and services, and contributing to the Sustainable Development Goals. Furthermore, AFRICA leverage technology as a competitive advantage will build on the existing initiatives and frameworks such as the Policy and Regulatory Initiative for Digital Africa, the Programme for Infrastructure Development in Africa, the African Continental Free Trade Area, the African Union Financial Institutions, the Single African Air Transport Market and the Free Movement of Persons to support ...