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Stakeholder Engagement and Strategic Partnerships in Lomé Ahead of the ADF 2027
In September 2026, executive leadership of the Africa Digital Forum (ADF)—led by Organizing Directors Emmanuel Clifford Gyetuah and Marc Aboflan—conducted an institutional mobilization mission to Lomé, Togo. This mission laid the groundwork for the continental summit of the Africa Digital Forum, scheduled in Lomé for June 2–4, 2027. As Sub-Saharan Africa navigates an era of rapid technological advancement, expansion of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) digital economy, and demographic growth, the need for unified digital governance, technological sovereignty, and inclusive policy frameworks is critical.
Why Lomé Is Set to Become Africa’s Next Digital Capital
4 min · Oct 2, 2026
Understanding Nigeria’s ₦ 3.89 trillion Tech Consolidation Under the Cloud-First Policy
4 min · Sep 30, 2026
Unpacking IFC’s $700 Million Risk-Sharing Initiative and the POS Fintech Boom
7 min · Sep 20, 2026Latest Articles
ADF UpdatesStakeholder Engagement and Strategic Partnerships in Lomé Ahead of the ADF 2027
In September 2026, executive leadership of the Africa Digital Forum (ADF)—led by Organizing Directors Emmanuel Clifford Gyetuah and Marc Aboflan—conducted an institutional mobilization mission to Lomé, Togo. This mission laid the groundwork for the continental summit of the Africa Digital Forum, scheduled in Lomé for June 2–4, 2027. As Sub-Saharan Africa navigates an era of rapid technological advancement, expansion of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) digital economy, and demographic growth, the need for unified digital governance, technological sovereignty, and inclusive policy frameworks is critical.
ADF UpdatesWhy Lomé Is Set to Become Africa’s Next Digital Capital
How a strategic coastal city in West Africa is combining subsea hyper-connectivity, sovereign cloud infrastructure, and pro-innovation policy to lead the continent’s digital renaissance.
AI & DataUnderstanding Nigeria’s ₦ 3.89 trillion Tech Consolidation Under the Cloud-First Policy
Nigeria, Africa’s largest economy and West Africa’s primary technology hub, has initiated one of the region's most ambitious public sector technology restructuring programs. 326 federal ministries, departments, and agencies (MDAs) collectively invested ₦ 3.89 trillion (approximately $2.9 billion) in technology assets between 2023 and mid-2026. This sustained public sector demand generates nearly $1 billion annually in government technology expenditure.
Fintech & PaymentsUnpacking IFC’s $700 Million Risk-Sharing Initiative and the POS Fintech Boom
The launch of the IFC’s $700 million Digital Payments Risk-Sharing Initiative marks a decisive milestone in global financial inclusion efforts. By tackling the quiet yet formidable challenge of settlement risk, this initiative frees up capital, lowers friction, and provides the liquidity necessary to build truly inclusive payment networks.
InfrastructureHow Dakar’s BRT is Redefining the African City
The success of Dakar’s electric BRT is a signal to investors, policymakers, and innovators. It says that Africa is ready for complex, large-scale deployment of modern infrastructure.
Fintech & PaymentsThe Bank of Ghana’s Bold Vision for Fintech Integration
By combining robust local regulations with a pan-African outlook, Ghana is demonstrating that the future of African finance is not just digital, but borderless.
Digital PolicyWhy Ghana’s New VACC Matters for Digital Finance
On Tuesday, 25 August 2026, Ghana took a decisive step in this journey by inaugurating the Virtual Assets Coordinating Committee (VACC), a pivotal milestone in the operationalization of the Virtual Asset Service Providers Act, 2025 (Act 1154)
CybersecurityWhy Collaborative Compliance is the New Standard for Africa’s Digital Economy
The resolution between the CSA and EY Ghana is a victory for Ghana's cybersecurity framework, but it is also a win for the continent.
Fintech & PaymentsThe Future of Payments is Interoperable: Lessons from Rwanda
eKash is not just a milestone for Rwanda; it is a beacon for the continent, proving that with political will, strategic investment, and a focus on interoperability, African nations can leapfrog traditional financial barriers to create a truly inclusive digital future.
AI & DataLessons from the Global Stage for Africa’s Digital Transformation
For Africa, where digital adoption often outpaces regulatory frameworks, understanding these emerging risks is not merely a technical necessity but a foundational requirement for sustainable growth.
ADF UpdatesMDI Appoints Strategic Leadership for 2027 Continental Summit and Beyond
By combining Aboflan’s strategic vision with Gyetuah’s operational rigor, the Africa Digital Forum is positioned to accelerate the continent’s journey toward a globally competitive and inclusive digital economy.
Digital PolicyUnderstanding Digital Financial Services (DFS)
The global financial landscape has undergone a radical transformation over the last decade. For many of us in Africa, banking is no longer an imposing marble building in the city center, but rather an icon on our mobile phone screen. This phenomenon, grouped under the term Digital Financial Services (DFS), is redefining how we save, transfer, and borrow money.
Digital PolicyMfundo Nkuhlu’s Digital Legacy at Nedbank
To understand Nkuhlu’s impact, one must first look at the foundation he helped build. Over a 22-year career at Nedbank, Nkuhlu did not simply oversee operations; he architected a new era of stability.
InfrastructureHow New Undersea Cables Are Transforming Kenya’s Internet Landscape
Kenya is solidifying its position as East Africa's premier digital hub with the upcoming addition of two major undersea fiber-optic cables by 2027.
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