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The TechAfrica News podcast where we dive deeper into the stories behind Africa’s digital transformation.
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We focus on the core forces reshaping the continent: connectivity and infrastructure, emerging technologies, digital health, financial innovation, and the evolving tech ecosystem.
Each episode offers clear-eyed insights into the breakthroughs and challenges defining Africa’s digital landscape. Expect candid discussions, expert analysis, and real stories that reveal the true impact of technology on Africa’s growth and future.
Produced in partnership with SmartAfrica, this podcast connects you to the essential conversations shaping Africa’s digital future.
LATEST EPISODES
Episode 1 | Is South Africa Ready for a Digitally Inclusive Future?
Outdated policies, and misplaced priorities might be slowing down the nation’s digital future. So, how can South Africa overcome these challenges and position itself as a leader in digital connectivity, economic growth, and tech-driven inclusion?
In this episode, Akim Benamara, Founder and Chief Editor of TechAfrica News, sits down with Solly Malatsi, South Africa’s Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies, to unpack the country’s digital strategy, policy shifts, and the long-term vision for a truly connected South Africa.
Talking Points
- 4:40Foundations of Digital Inclusion and Infrastructure Challenges
- 9:20Policy Reform and Economic Growth through ICT
- 13:40Political Will and Bureaucratic Alignment for Effective Leadership
- 19:20Emerging Technologies: AI Opportunities and Ethical Considerations
- 24:00Digital Literacy and Education Reform as Pillars of Inclusion
- 29:50E-Government and Meaningful Digitization for Public Services
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19/05/25
Ralph Mupita, MTN
02/06/25
Angela Wamola, GSMA Africa
16/06/25
Jean Philbert Nsengimana,
Africa CDC
30/06/25
Nitesh Singh, Accenture
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About the Podcast
We started the TechAfrica News Podcast to go beyond the headlines and bring a human voice to the stories we cover every day. With so much innovation happening across the continent, we wanted a space where leaders, experts, and changemakers could speak directly—sharing perspectives, experiences, and strategies in their own words. It’s our way of making the fast-moving world of African tech more accessible, more personal, and more real.
About Smart Africa
Smart Africa is a pan-African alliance of 39 member states, international organizations, and private sector partners committed to driving Africa’s digital transformation. Launched with the vision of creating a single digital market, Smart Africa works to accelerate sustainable socio-economic development by fostering innovation and advancing digital policy harmonization.
Smart Africa plays a leading role in shaping the continent’s digital future—empowering governments, businesses, and citizens to thrive in the digital age.
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