Understanding digital public infrastructure: A key to sustainable development
Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) refers to the foundational digital systems and services that support government operations, citizen engagement, and economic…
digital economy
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UN official says digital ID will widen economic opportunities for Ghanaians
The UN Resident Coordinator for Ghana, Charles Abani, has praised the country’s digital transformation strides, but notes that further closing…
Comoros to implement digital govt program with $10M AfDB grant
The Union of the Comoros is set to execute a digital public infrastructure (DPI) project thanks to €9.51 million (US$10.4…
LATAM and Caribbean embrace DPI, led by Guyana’s digital ID and biometrics push
Latin America and the Caribbean have been leveraging technology to enhance public services, drive economic growth, and improve security, with…
UNDP experts prescribe coordinated efforts to streamline digital transformation in Malawi
Two digital ID maestros working with the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) have advised that the government of Malawi, private…
Nigerian leader pledges support for digital ID expansion amid DPI investment plans
Speaking through a representative at an event to mark 2024 Identity Day this week, Nigerian President Bola Tinubu highlighted the…
Digital rights, inclusion primordial for Africa’s DPI pursuits: Paradigm Initiative
Africa’s digital public infrastructure (DPI) engagements will make more meaning and better transform the continent’s economy if digital rights and…
Digital IDs: How to accelerate global interoperability
By Andrew Black, Managing Director, ConnectID If you work on developing digital IDs and interoperable global systems, you’re well aware…
West Africa unifying legal framework for financial inclusion, digital economy
West Africa is at the precipice of a digital economy shift, with efforts spearheaded by governments and organizations across the…
Azerbaijan plans rapid digital ID adoption to boost economy
Azerbaijan is planning to have 1 million citizens using digital identities by the end of 2026, the country’s Ministry of…
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