DGA Community News is a place for the growing community of government leaders, industry partners and innovators working together to transform public services across Africa. It shines a light on the real stories of progress taking place across the continent — from digital identity, e-government and digital public infrastructure to cloud, cybersecurity, digital payments, AI and digital skills. More than a news page, it is a space to share ideas, celebrate implementation, inspire collaboration and connect the people driving change. By bringing together practical, positive and up-to-date developments from across Africa, DGA Community News helps strengthen a community united by a shared ambition: building more effective governments, stronger institutions and better services for citizens.
Nigeria is advancing its digital transformation strategy by embedding digital public infrastructure into large-scale urban development projects, as part of a broader push to modernise cities and expand access to services. Smart city initiatives, including developments such as Aba, are integrating digital identity systems, e-government services, and payment platforms into …
Kenya and Ghana are stepping up efforts to develop sovereign cloud infrastructure, as governments across Africa seek greater control over data and digital services. The move comes amid growing concern that reliance on foreign-hosted infrastructure limits national control over sensitive information and reduces the economic value derived from data. According …
In a move that signals a significant shift in the continent’s digital landscape, Liquid C2, a business of Cassava Technologies, has launched Africa’s first Partner Experience Centre powered by Google Cloud. Based in Johannesburg, South Africa, this state-of-the-art facility is designed to move beyond traditional technology distribution, offering an immersive …
Telecommunications giant MTN Group has announced plans to invest approximately R21.8 billion (US$1.3 billion) in South Africa’s network infrastructure by 2028, reinforcing its commitment to advancing the country’s digital economy and connectivity landscape. The investment was unveiled during the recent South Africa Investment Conference in Johannesburg, where government and private sector leaders gathered to …
Rwanda is accelerating work on its Single Digital ID System (SDID) as it moves toward a full national rollout by 2027, in what is emerging as one of Africa’s most important digital public infrastructure programmes. The initiative is designed to make digital identity the central means by which citizens authenticate …
The Government of Uganda is accelerating the implementation of its digital public infrastructure (DPI) through the rollout of integrated service delivery hubs designed to bring government platforms closer to citizens. The initiative, led by the National Information Technology Authority – Uganda, has entered a new phase with the launch of …
Ghana has taken a significant step in redefining the role of national identity systems by enabling its citizens to make payments directly using the Ghana Card, positioning the country at the forefront of integrated digital public infrastructure on the continent. The new functionality, introduced by the National Identification Authority (NIA), embeds a digital wallet …
Zambia is seeking an international technology partner to support the rollout of its national digital identification system, a major pillar of the country’s broader digital transformation agenda. The initiative is being led by the Smart Zambia Institute (SZI), which is prioritizing a “home-grown” approach while recognizing the need for global …
A recent High Court judgment in Kenya has established that a duly registered phone number constitutes a personal digital identifier that must be adequately protected from data breaches and privacy violations. The ruling underscores the growing recognition of mobile numbers as central to digital identity systems and personal data security in an …