Strengthening Cross-Border Digital Infrastructure in Africa:
Aligning Policy, Innovation and Capacity for InclusiveDevelopment
Strengthening Cross-Border Digital Infrastructure inAfrica: Aligning Policy, Innovation and Capacity forInclusive Development.”
At a defining moment for Africa’s digital transformation journey, the Symposium positions digital infrastructure not simply as a technical issue, but as a strategic foundation for economic sovereignty, AI readiness, regional integration and inclusive development.
As trade, governance, financial systems and public services become increasingly digital and AI-driven, Africa faces a critical imperative: to build interoperable, resilient and inclusive infrastructure systems that reflect African realities, priorities and capabilities.
The Summit responds to growing recognition that fragmented policies, uneven digital capabilities, siloed investments and limited institutional coordination continue to constrain the continent’s ability to scale integrated digital economies. Building on recommendations from the 2025 Symposium held at theNASDAQ in New York City, the Kigali convening will advance continental consensus around digital infrastructure as the backbone of Africa’s digital transformation and AI future.
Take a look at our renowned speakers who have graced the event
Prime Minister and Head of State of the Kingdom of Lesotho
President of Namibia
Former President of the Republic of Ghana
APRM Focal Point Committee and Secretary of State to the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Algeria, Responsible for African Affairs
CEO, APRM
Secretary General AfCFTA Secretariat
First Lady of the Republic Seychelles
First Lady of the Republic of the Gambia
Take a look at what transpired at the event
