AfricanBrains

12/09/2025

25 days to go! 🗓️ We're counting down to Digital Government Africa 2025!

10/09/2025

Why Your Presence at DGA 2025 is Essential.

Digital Government Africa 2025 provides an unparalleled opportunity to engage directly with the decision-makers at the forefront of the continent’s digital transformation. This platform is curated to facilitate impactful interactions and substantive dialogue.

Key reasons to attend:
✅ Unrivaled Networking: The event brings together ministers, senior officials, and government representatives from over 30 countries.
✅ Purposeful Connections : Benefit from hundreds of pre-scheduled, one-to-one meetings designed to maximize your time and facilitate direct conversations with key stakeholders.
✅ Focused Dialogue: Participate in sessions dedicated to the most critical topics in digital governance, including digital identity, cybersecurity, e-payments, and government cloud services.

We invite you to join us from 7–9 October 2025 at the Ciela Resort in Lusaka, Zambia, and contribute to this vital conversation.

👉 Register to secure your participation: https://africa-digital.com/2025/enquire/

09/09/2025

📢 Final call for registrations is now open! Be part of

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05/09/2025

🌟 The excitement for continues to build!

We’re honoured to announce more senior leaders confirmed to join the Digital Government Africa Summit this October:

🇰🇪 Kenya – Mr. Abdi Hassan Ali, MBS, CEO Government Printer, Executive Office of the President – Government Press
🇺🇬 Uganda – Ms. Rosemary Kisembo, Executive Director, National Identification & Registration Authority (NIRA)
🇿🇼 Zimbabwe – Dr. T. Matekaire, Head, Office of the President – E-Government Technology Unit
🇺🇬 Uganda – Dr. Hatwib Mugasa, Executive Director, National Information Technology Authority (NITA-U)

These additions strengthen the summit’s unique platform for collaboration between governments, industry, and innovators driving Africa’s digital transformation.

📅 7–9 October 2025
📍 Ciela Resort, Lusaka – Zambia
👉 Don’t miss the opportunity to meet and engage with these and other delegations.

🔗 Register today: https://africa-digital.com/2025/enquire/

03/09/2025

🇿🇲 Zambia takes bold steps in Digital ID:

https://www.biometricupdate.com/202508/zambia-announces-early-market-engagement-to-discuss-digital-id-procurements

SMART Zambia - e-Government Division Biometric Update

Smart Zambia Institute will hold an early market engagement session next month to fine-tune preparations for two digital transformation project procurements.

02/09/2025

🚀 The momentum for keeps growing!

We’re thrilled to welcome more distinguished leaders joining our line-up of Heads of Delegations:

🇲🇺 Mauritius – Hon. Dr. Avinash Ramtohul, Minister of Information Technology, Communication and Innovation

🇲🇼 Malawi – Mr. Baldwin Chiyamwaka, Principal Secretary for Information and Digitalisation, Ministry of Information and Digitalisation

🇪🇹 Ethiopia – Ms. Gabriella Abraham, Legal and Policy Director, National ID Program (NIPD)

📅 7–9 October 2025
📍 Ciela Resort, Lusaka – Zambia

These additions highlight the summit’s role as a truly continental platform for advancing digital government and trusted public services.

🔗 Register today to engage with these and other delegations: https://africa-digital.com/2025/

29/08/2025

28/08/2025

PRESS STATEMENT

For Immediate Release
ZAMBIA TO HOST DIGITAL GOVERNMENT AFRICA 2025 SUMMIT FROM 7th –9th OCTOBER 2025

Lusaka, August 27th, 2025 – The Electronic Government Division, Smart Zambia Institute (SZI), in partnership with AfricanBrains, is pleased to announce that Zambia will host the 2025 Digital Government Africa Summit (DGA2025) in Lusaka from 7th to 9th October 2025. The high-level Summit will convene senior government officials, ministers and digital transformation leaders from across Africa to drive collaborative progress in e-government innovation.

The Summit will be held under the official patronage of the Government of the Republic of Zambia and jointly hosted by the Ministry of Technology and Science, the Ministry of Home Affairs and Internal Security, and Smart Zambia Institute, reflecting the whole of government commitment to digital transformation.
Building on the success of last year’s summit, DGA2025 will strengthen Africa’s capacity to deliver citizen-centric digital services. It is expected to attract over 350 government delegates, with more than 25 high-level ministerial delegations confirmed to attend. Participants will represent key sectors such as Interior, Finance, ICT and the Digital Economy.

DGA2025 will provide a strategic platform for government-to-industry engagement, focusing on developing scalable, secure, and citizen-centric e-government systems. Key agenda areas will include:
● Digital Identity and Verification
● e-Government Infrastructure
● Cybersecurity and Data Protection
● Online Taxation and Digital Payments
● Government Cloud and Data Sovereignty
● Regional Interoperability and Innovation
Speaking on the importance of digitisation, President Hakainde Hichilema reaffirmed his commitment to a digitally integrated Africa, stating,
“We need to use digitalisation in the movement of goods across our borders. We should have non-border posts… that can be achieved through technology.”
As African countries increasingly recognise the economic and governance benefits of digital transformation, summits like DGA2025 become critical. According to global benchmarks, a 1% improvement in public sector efficiency can result in GDP savings of up to 1.1%, underscoring the transformative potential of ICTs in public administration.
The Digital Government Africa 2025 will serve as a catalyst for shaping the continent’s e-government landscape for years to come. Government officials, innovators, private sector partners, and regional bodies are all invited to participate.
For more information and to register interest, visit: www.africa-digital.com
Percy Chinyama
National Coordinator
Smart Zambia Institute

John Glassey
Chief Executive Officer
AfricanBrains.

27/08/2025

We're proud to spotlight our John Glassey, CEO of African Brains—organisers of DGA2025—who’s been driving digital transformation in Africa for the past 25 years. Under his leadership, African Brains has spent 15 years bridging the digital divide, working with governments and investors to catalyse innovation across the continent.

In an interview with Zambia John emphasises the importance of inclusive AI—championing technologies that empower all communities and leave no-one behind.

African Brains is making a difference:

- Bridging public and private sectors: We foster strategic partnerships that unlock digital opportunities for Africa.

- Driving inclusive innovation: Our work ensures that AI and tech solutions reflect Africa’s rich diversity.

- Proven leadership: With 25 years of on-the-ground experience and 15 years building African Brains, John brings unmatched insight and credibility to the conversation.

Excited to see how will shape Africa’s AI future—equitable, forward-looking, and deeply inclusive. Full interview can be found here: https://lnkd.in/dCijuYf2

18/08/2025

🌍 More Delegations Confirmed for

We’re excited to welcome new Heads of Delegations joining us for Digital Government Africa 2025 this October:

🇳🇬 Mrs. Didi Esther Walson-Jack, OON, mni
Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (HCSF), Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, The Presidency,

🇿🇼 Hon. Tatenda Mavetera
Minister of Information Communication Technology and Courier Services,

🇪🇬 Major General Mohamed Abdelwahab Aly Abouelenein
Undersecretary, General Administration of Information Technology, Ministry of Interior,

🇨🇩 Ms. Nathalie Kienga
Deputy Coordinator, National Cyber Defense Council (CNC),

🔹 To book pre-scheduled meetings with these and other ministerial delegations at , secure your place today.
👉 Register now: https://africa-digital.com/2025/enquire/

Digital Government Africa 2025
📅 7–9 October 2025
📍 Ciela Resort, Lusaka – Zambia

14/08/2025

As technology advances and governments put better policies in place, your digital identity is becoming more powerful every day.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is now a key part of making identity checks faster and smarter. When you use your phone to verify your face for a bank app, that's AI at work, ensuring your identity is protected.

Internet of Things (IoT) devices, like the smartphone you're holding, are adding layers of security and convenience. Imagine using your phone or a smart ID card to access a building, get healthcare, or even vote.

This isn't just about cool tech; it's about making your life simpler. It's about opening a bank account in minutes, renewing documents from home, and securely proving your identity for school or work with a single tap. All of these systems are working seamlessly behind the scenes to build trust and unlock new opportunities for millions of people.

What system have you recently used and how has it already impacted your daily life?