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Ethics at the Heart of Africa’s Digital Revolution

Digital ethics in Africa In today’s technology-driven world, digital ethics in Africa is more important than ever. Organizations like DotConnectAfrica, focused on Internet governance and ICT empowerment, rely on strong ethical practices to ensure the digital ecosystem serves everyone fairly. Promoting… Continue Reading…

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Africa’s AI Revolution: Investment, Skills, and Digital Infrastructure

Africa AI ecosystem AI Growth in Africa Remains Concentrated, Risking Regional Inequality A 2025 analysis shows that Africa’s AI funding, startup activity, and digital infrastructure remain heavily concentrated in Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa, and Egypt, leaving many countries with limited… Continue Reading…

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IoT Africa Smart Cities: How Connected Tech Is Transforming Urban Life

Discover how IoT Africa smart cities use connected technology to improve infrastructure, safety, and sustainability across the continent.

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Women Leading Africa’s AI Revolution

Discover how women are shaping Africa’s AI future in DotConnectAI Podcast Episode 2, featuring trends, policies, and real-world AI innovations.

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Africa’s AI Turning Point: Opportunity, Inequality, and Urgent Risks

Explore Africa’s AI turning point: the risks of automation for women in outsourcing, major tech investments in South Africa, funding for African AI startups, and the environmental impact of AI expansion across the continent

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From Noise to Signal: How Leaders Should Read Online Feedback in the Age of AI

reading online feedback in the age of AI In today’s hyper-automated landscape, leaders face an unfamiliar kind of turbulence, a digital environment where commentary appears instant, anonymous, and often amplified by algorithms that prioritize speed over truth. Not all feedback… Continue Reading…

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DCA Digital Digest: AI hallucinations lead to a new cyber threat: Slopsquatting

AI’s rapid growth is reshaping global challenges—from a 150% surge in tech emissions and new cyber threats like slopsquatting to EU regulatory tensions and rising deepfake risks. Explore how AI expansion is driving environmental, security, and governance concerns worldwide.

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Managing AI Hallucination: Protecting Reputation Through Governance

Discover how disciplined AI governance protects organizations from reputational risks caused by AI hallucination. Learn why verification, accountability, and structured oversight are essential in today’s automated information landscape.

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Digital Colonialism Revisited: Is Africa Repeating Old Patterns Online?

digital colonialism in Africa Africa’s digital transformation is accelerating. Internet penetration is expanding, mobile adoption is rising, and digital services now power everything from finance to education. Yet as connectivity grows, a critical question emerges: is Africa at risk of… Continue Reading…

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How Africa’s SMEs Can Embrace the Web3 Revolution

Africa’s SMEs are entering the Web3 era. Discover how blockchain, digital identity, and decentralised finance are reshaping small business growth, innovation, and security across the continent.

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Beyond the Firewall: Are We Fighting Yesterday’s Cyber War?

Beyond the Firewall cybersecurity By Sophia Bekele As we move through Cybersecurity Awareness Month, a critical question emerges: are we making progress? Or are we simply getting more efficient at responding to the last attack? Tomorrow, I’ll be pondering this… Continue Reading…

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Is There a Future for the “Amazon of Africa”?

Jumia, often hailed as the “Amazon of Africa,” is navigating its most critical phase yet. Founded in Nigeria in 2012, the company expanded rapidly across 14 countries and multiple verticals including food delivery, travel services, and online payments. However, the… Continue Reading…

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DotConnectAfrica Launches DotconnectAI

https://dotconnectafrica.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/DotConnectAI-Podcast-1.mp4 DotConnectAI Podcast Launch Launch Special: DotConnectAfrica (DCA) Unveils ‘DotConnectAI’ Podcast, Showcasing Africa’s AI Landscape Mauritius – September 1, 2025 – For over a decade, DCA Digest has stood as Africa’s trusted source for technology insights, bridging information gaps and… Continue Reading…

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DotConnectAfrica Launches AI@DCADigest AI Newsletter

Launch Special:  DotConnectAfrica (DCA) Harnesses AI to Launch ‘AI@DCADigest’, a Groundbreaking Newsletter Curated for Africa’s AI Landscape Mauritius – August 22, 2025 – For over a decade, DCA Digest has stood as Africa’s trusted source for technology insights, bridging information… Continue Reading…

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Introducing AI@DCADigest: Africa’s Voice in the Age of Artificial Intelligence

AI@DCADigest launch banner by DotConnectAfrica highlighting Africa-focused AI insights and policy discussions. Welcome to AI@DCADigest AI@DCADigest is DotConnectAfrica’s new platform for Africa-centered artificial intelligence news, policy insights, and innovation updates. We focus on African voices shaping the global AI conversation.… Continue Reading…

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Digital Identity: Africa’s Key to the Future

Digital Identity in Africa As Africa accelerates its digital transformation, digital identity has emerged as a critical foundation for inclusive growth, innovation, and governance. It’s key to accessing public services, participating in the digital economy, and ensuring equal opportunities across… Continue Reading…

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Microsoft’s $500M AI Savings Spark Concern After Massive Layoffs

Microsoft Saves $500M with AI Amid Layoffs Microsoft AI layoffs are back in the spotlight after the company reported saving over $500 million last year by using AI tools to streamline call center operations and boost productivity in sales and… Continue Reading…

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Celebrating AI Appreciation Day – Africa’s Rise in the Age Of AI

July 16 marks AI Appreciation Day, a moment to reflect on how Artificial Intelligence is transforming lives globally. While much attention is focused on the West and Asia, Africa is emerging as a quiet powerhouse in AI innovation, developing solutions… Continue Reading…

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