Pontsho Pusoetsile, Ministry of Communication, Knowledge and Technology
Ashley Bubna, U.S. Department of State
Mary-Queenie Adam, Trends Research
Kagiso Khaole, Uber
Mike Salem, IHS Towers



As of 2023, Africa had a population of 1.4 billion people and a total gross domestic product (GDP) of $3.1 trillion. This primarily urban, young, internet-connected population with sophisticated and dynamic tastes is driving consumption, employment, and economic activities on the continent. Data collection, aggregation, and security leveraged through AI and various other technologies can fuel business intelligence and decision making to enable businesses to adapt to a highly dynamic market, stay ahead of the competition, and generate above market returns more rapidly. Key questions to be addressed by this panel revolve around the size of the data aggregation market, the reliability of data sources, and the imperative for establishing a modern, harmonized regulatory framework that fosters innovation while safeguarding privacy and combating cyber threats. Join us as experts discuss these critical topics and chart a course towards a data-driven future for Africa.
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