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Zambia Obtains World Bank Funding Support to Advance DPI Implementation
Zambia has secured funding to the tune of $120 million from the World Bank’s Digital Development Partnership to carry on with the implementation of its digital public infrastructure (DPI) agenda.
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- Sub-Saharan Africa
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Analysis: Can Artificial Intelligence Improve Digital Public Infrastructure Solutions?
Integrating AI into DPI could drive unprecedented improvements in public service delivery, economic inclusion, and governance.
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- Technology
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- Global
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Khula Secures $6.8 Million Series A Funding to Expand Its Agri-Tech Platform
As Khula builds on its progress, the funding will support further expansion, bringing more farmers and agribusinesses into its ecosystem while strengthening the digital infrastructure that connects them.
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- Agriculture, Technology
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- Sub-Saharan Africa
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Carlos Slim Cuts Ties With Elon Musk’s Starlink, Invests $22 Billion in Independent Network
Carlos Slim has ended his partnership with Elon Musk’s Starlink, opting for independent infrastructure development. Slim’s América Móvil plans a $22 billion investment to bolster its telecom services, signaling a competitive shift in Latin America’s market.
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- Technology, Telecommunications
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- Latin America
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Guyana National Digital ID Project Gets $4.8 Million in 2025 Budget
The billion-dollar infusion comes as part of a push by the current government to implement e-governance and advance digital transformation in key sectors such as healthcare, education, and transportation.
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- Education, Health Care, Technology, Transportation
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- North Africa & Near East
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Press Release: Cassava Technologies Secures USD 310 Million in Funding and Completes Business Reorganization
The conclusion of this equity round coincides with the successful reorganisation of Cassava’s business to create an integrated digital solutions platform.
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- Technology
- Region
- Global
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A New Digital Health Platform for Africa
The platform allows government technologists, policymakers, and health professionals to navigate, evaluate and implement the right solutions for their communities.
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- Health Care, Technology
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- Sub-Saharan Africa
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Report: Mobile Internet ‘Usage Gap’ Comprises More Than 3 Billion People
The GSMA estimates investment of $418 billion will be needed to achieve universal mobile internet access.
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- Technology, Telecommunications
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- Global