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10/07/2025

What Does a Digitally Transformed Government Look Like to You?

📲 You apply for your ID or passport online—with no long queues.
💼 Registering a business takes minutes, not months.
📱 Government services—from health to tax—are at your fingertips.
💸 Social benefits are delivered securely via mobile wallet.

This is the promise of digitally transformed government services—efficient, inclusive, and citizen-driven.

As we prepare for , we want to hear from you:
👉 What’s one government service in your country you wish was digital—or better?

Drop your thoughts in the comments below 👇
📍 | 7–9 October | Lusaka, Zambia
🔗 https://africa-digital.com

09/07/2025

"There is nothing we cannot change..."
President of Zambia- H.E Hakainde Hichilema’s words challenge us to act.

As we look ahead to hashtag , this vision continues to inspire our collective push for inclusive, tech-driven transformation across the continent.

Digital Government Africa 2025
7-9 October 2025
Lusaka, Zambia
Register: https://africa-digital.com/2025/enquire/

08/07/2025

🎙️ Watch the powerful keynote address by H.E. President Hakainde Hichilema at the Digital Government Africa 2024 Summit.

In his opening remarks, the President shared a bold vision for digital transformation in Zambia and across the continent—emphasizing collaboration, innovation, and trust as the building blocks of digital public service delivery.

📍 Delivered in Lusaka, this address set the tone for Africa’s commitment to building inclusive, secure, and citizen-centred e-government systems.

🔗 Watch the full speech: https://lnkd.in/dYNemYFd

Join us at this year's summit as we continue discussing bold, practical solutions for efficient, inclusive and transparent digital governments.

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02/07/2025

VISA SPOTLIGHT!!!

🎧 Visas Spotlight: Boosting Economies with Digital Payment Innovations

In this powerful episode, Dan Baxter, VP of Corporate Communications, CEMEA at Visa, speaks with Bobby Thomson, Global Head of Government Engagement at Visa.

Bobby shares insights into the transformative impact of digital payments on economies worldwide, and how advancements in the payments ecosystem are reshaping the way governments engage with their citizens—driving inclusion, transparency, and innovation.

🎙️ Listen to the full episode here:
🔗 https://navigate.visa.com/cemea/inclusive-growth/boosting-economies-with-digital-payment-innovations/

As we prepare for the Digital Government Africa Summit 2025, conversations like these are a powerful reminder of how innovation in payments is reshaping governance, commerce, and everyday life across the continent.

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01/07/2025

At , we’re spotlighting how this shift is powering inclusive growth, reducing dependency on , and building economic resilience.

From to , to —the we invest in today is what connects us to Africa’s digital future.

26/06/2025

In March 2025, Hon. Felix Mutati revealed that Zambia secured a $120 million grant from the World Bank to accelerate its national digital transformation. The funding is part of the Digital Zambia Acceleration Project (DZAP)—Zambia’s tailored share of the broader IDEA initiative, a $2.48 billion program for Eastern and Southern Africa.

DZAP is about more than just broadband. It’s a powerful step toward:

✅ Widening digital access
✅ Building secure, interoperable public systems
✅ Expanding e-services in health, finance, and education
✅ Creating real opportunities for jobs, innovation, and inclusion

🔗 Read more from Zambia Ministry of Science and Technology and the World Bank Project Page here:
https://lnkd.in/edwsC6kB

https://lnkd.in/drRr9MUe

We applaud Zambia's central role in shaping Africa’s digital leap.

When national initiatives like DZAP plug into regional frameworks like IDEA, Africa doesn’t just build infrastructure—we unlock opportunity for millions and ready the region for a connected, inclusive digital future.

25/06/2025

Africa has bold ambitions for its digital future—and seen in the African Union’s Digital Transformation Strategy is the blueprint guiding the way to 2030. You can read about AU Digital Transformation Strategy here:https://au.int/sites/default/files/documents/38507-doc-dts-english.pdf

At the heart of it is a powerful vision: an integrated and and where no one is left behind. It’s about making sure every African—no matter where they live—can affordable , , and the to thrive in the .

This isn’t just about for tech’s sake. The strategy connects to real impact: better education and healthcare, more efficient governments, stronger economies, and millions of new jobs.

To make this a reality, the is pushing for a Digital Single Market—one that enables seamless cross-border e-commerce, unified data protection standards, and vibrant digital trade across the continent.

It also puts a strong emphasis on , , , and making space for technologies like , , and — all while building the and skills needed to support it.

Success will take political will, smart partnerships, investment, and alignment across all member states. 2030 might feel far off, but the foundation is being laid today.

At Digital Government Africa, we’re not just talking about digital transformation—we’re shaping it.

brings together the people, policies, and partners turning the Africa's strategy into .

Be part of the bigger picture. Be part of : https://africa-digital.com/2025/

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24/06/2025

⚪ Proudly Introducing Our Silver Partners for Digital Government Africa 2025

We are honoured to welcome the following global leaders as Silver Partners for :











Our Silver Partners are at the forefront of secure identity, government IT infrastructure, and digital public services—powering innovation across the continent.

Their support highlights a strong commitment to building future-ready, citizen-focused digital governments in Africa.

📅 7–9 October 2025
📍 Lusaka, Zambia

Explore more about the event: www.africa-digital.com

20/06/2025

🟨 Introducing Our Gold Partners for Digital Government Africa 2025

We are proud to welcome SITA, Thales, and Travizory as Gold Partners for .

These global leaders are playing a key role in driving digital transformation across the public sector—supporting African governments with secure, scalable, and citizen-centric solutions.
From border management and trusted identity systems to advanced security and smart public service platforms, their innovations are helping shape the future of governance in Africa.

We are honoured to have their partnership as we continue building meaningful dialogue between governments and industry.

🗓️ 7–9 October 2025
📍 Lusaka, Zambia

19/06/2025

💎 Diamond Partners for Digital Government Africa 2025

Today, we are proud to highlight two outstanding organisations whose support and expertise are helping shape Africa’s digital future:
✨ Altron – A leading provider of technology solutions across Africa, enabling secure, connected, and data-driven public services.
✨ Ascertia – A global leader in digital trust solutions, powering trusted digital identities and secure e-government platforms.

Their commitment to innovation and collaboration is instrumental as we bring together African governments and industry to drive the digital transformation of public services.

We are honoured to have Altron and Ascertia as Diamond Partners at .
🗓️ 7–9 October 2025
📍 Lusaka, Zambia

19/06/2025

Announcing Our Main Event Partner for the 2025 Digital Government Africa Summit: VISA

We are proud to welcome as the Main Event Partner for .

A global leader in digital payments, Visa plays a pivotal role in enabling secure, seamless transactions across consumers, merchants, financial institutions, and governments in over 200 countries and territories.

At , Visa’s support underscores the growing importance of digital finance and cashless innovation in transforming public services across Africa.

We look forward to Visa’s insights and contributions as we shape the future of digital governance on the continent.
🗓️ 7–9 October 2025
📍 Lusaka, Zambia

16/06/2025

Theme Announcement!

Our official theme for this year’s summit is
🎯 "Digital Transformation of Government and Public Services in Africa"

Across the continent, governments are accelerating efforts to digitise public services—strengthening transparency, improving service delivery, and driving inclusive growth.

At , we will explore four cross-cutting pillars shaping Africa’s digital future:

🔹 Trusted Digital Identity – unlocking access, inclusion, and secure authentication
🔹 E-Government Platforms & Government Cloud – modernising services and reaching underserved communities
🔹 Cybersecurity – safeguarding infrastructure and building trust across systems
🔹 Electronic & Digital Payments – enabling cashless, efficient, and inclusive economies

These pillars represent a shared vision for Africa—where technology enables efficient governance, empowered citizens, and sustainable development.

🗓️ 7–9 October 2025
📍 Lusaka, Zambia
👉 Discover the full theme and content focus here:
🔗 https://africa-digital.com/2025/theme-content/

Digital Government Africa is the official ministerial pan-African summit, aligned with the roll-out of national electronic government plans across the continent. African countries are implementing programs to ensure they have a robust digital government infrastructure to improve the ease of doing bu...