Digital Solutions to Accelerate Africa's Development
Africa is well endowed with mineral resources harbouring the world's largest mineral reserve of platinum, gold, diamonds, chromite, manganese, and vanadium (UNECA). However, according to the African Review report on Mining, 2009, most of these minerals are exported as ores, concentrates or metals without significant downstream processing to add value leading to low economic benefit to Africa. Africa conceived a mining Vision to advocate for transparent, equitable and optimal exploitation of mineral resources to underpin broad-based sustainable growth and socio-economic development. Therefore, the untapped mineral potential can help African leapfrog to industrialised economy if value added.
Researching how artificial intelligence, big data, and machine learning can be harnessed to improve public services, agricultural productivity, and health outcomes across Africa.
Investigating policy frameworks and investment models to expand affordable, reliable digital connectivity and device access for underserved communities.
Mapping and strengthening Africa's startup, research, and entrepreneurship ecosystems to foster homegrown technological solutions to local challenges.