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𝗗𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗽𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝗙𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗮𝗹 Hello everyone, 𝘐 𝘸𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘣𝘦 𝘣𝘪𝘢𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘴𝘢𝘺 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘸𝘢𝘴 𝘮𝘺 𝘧𝘢𝘷𝘰𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘦 𝘱𝘢𝘯𝘦𝘭 𝘥𝘪𝘴𝘤𝘶𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘰𝘯 😂 I am excited to share some insights from one of the discussions at the Africa Tech Festival, focusing on driving corporate innovation. Which was led by Aasiyah Adams - Founder Abaguquli4IR Your Accredited Provider of Digital Skills, Hardy Pemhiwa, President Ntuli, Ian Merrington & Phuthi M. As Hardy Pemhiwa, Founder and CEO of Cassava Technologies, aptly said: "𝘠𝘰𝘶 𝘤𝘢𝘯’𝘵 𝘴𝘦𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 𝘪𝘯𝘯𝘰𝘷𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯." Innovation is often misunderstood. It encompasses: 1. Identifying a problem 2. Understanding its impact on communities 3. Developing solutions to address the problem Nowadays people misinterpret innovation as an invention or that innovation is only related to technological advancements only being for exceptionally intelligent people. 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮 AI is projected to contribute over $20 trillion to global GDP. With this in mind, it's crucial to ask: What share of this potential can African tech leaders and industries capture? How can they contribute to this growth? Talking about Innovation, African tech companies can harness the power of innovation by using tools like copilots and large language models (LLMs) to drive innovation in numerous impactful ways. These impactful ways might involve ensuring the efficient use of copilots to facilitate services, ensuring that companies are market-ready, building resilient systems, and enhancing productivity. 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲𝘀 𝗙𝗮𝗰𝗲𝗱 𝗯𝘆 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮 • Tech regulations across the continent • Difficulty in embracing failure • And many more... I'll conclude with another thought-provoking quote:"𝘓𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴 𝘯𝘦𝘦𝘥 𝘵𝘰 𝘭𝘰𝘸𝘦𝘳 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘣𝘢𝘳 𝘰𝘧 𝘢𝘤𝘤𝘦𝘱𝘵𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘧𝘢𝘪𝘭𝘶𝘳𝘦, 𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘯 𝘵𝘰 𝘦𝘮𝘣𝘳𝘢𝘤𝘦 𝘪𝘵, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘨𝘳𝘰𝘸 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 𝘪𝘵." "#corporateinnovation #africatechfestival #techleadership #innovationinsights #futureofinnovation #techrevolution #innovationafrica #techtrends #leadershipandinnovation #digitaltransformation #techadvancements #innovationhub #aiinbusiness #techconference #innovationstrategy #businessgrowth #emergingtechnologies #techinnovation #corporategrowth #innovativeleadership

🌍🌟 We are proud to share that Angela Torres-Andresen recently participated in the Milken Institute’s 11th Asia Summit. This event connected highly influential individuals to experts in the sectors of health, finance, technology, and philanthropy. With the theme "Impactful Ideas: Purposeful Action," the summit focused on implementing solutions to address global challenges. The discussions explored possibilities for promoting sustainable practices, enhancing health and well-being, and activating investments that accelerate progress toward a better future! Angela’s Panel was titled "Working Jointly for Efficient Growth: Emerging Partnerships in the Global South" and discussed how countries can collaborate to foster efficient growth amidst shifting geopolitical dynamics. With the impact of geopolitics on global capital flows and a rising trend towards regionalization, the discussion emphasized the urgent need to diversify supply chains and investments, particularly in strategic sectors like advanced technology, health, and energy. # MIGlobal

Most people are shocked when they see the real size of Africa because the most commonly used map of the world, the Mercator projection, features a significantly distorted size of countries and continents. Perspective is a powerful lens through which we interpret the world. Embracing diverse viewpoints fosters growth, innovation, and empathy. #BusinessPerspective #DiversityInBusiness #Innovation #StrategicThinking #LeadershipInsights #Adaptability #CompetitiveEdge

🌍 Reflecting on an Incredible Experience at the African Startup Conference in Algiers 🇩🇿 And what an experience ! My first business trip to my native country … It sounds like a dream coming true. It was such an honour to give a keynote about 'Empowering Africa's healthcare through AI and innovation', participating in two panels, and meeting incredible people from the Algerian and African diaspora at the African Startup Conference. Returning to my homeland to contribute to such a significant event is a milestone I will always cherish. It was heartwarming to see so many passionate individuals, all committed to driving innovation and fostering sustainable growth in Africa. The conference brought together ministers from 17 African countries and influential actors across various sectors. We engaged in rich discussions on enhancing public-private collaboration, accelerating cross-border cooperation, and establishing a resilient startup and SME ecosystem. Some of the Key priorities highlighted towards the closure of the event included: 👉 Investing in capacity-building initiatives 👉 Fostering partnerships between universities, research institutions, and venture firms 👉 Supporting underrepresented groups through tailored programs 👉 Implementing fiscal reforms to attract foreign investments One of the most inspiring moments was the unveiling of Algeria’s National AI Strategy led by Merouane Debbah , a visionary plan to drive innovation, economic growth, and societal progress. It was a privilege to discuss the development of the Algerian AI ecosystem and the strategic investments needed to unlock its immense potential. I want to thank the ministers especially the Minister of Knowledge Economy, Startups and Micro-enterprises, Noureddine OUADAH and the General Secretary ARHAB Nacima ; Mouloud Khelif and Farid Arab for your countless efforts, and my fellow delegates for their forward-thinking leadership and unwavering belief in a future fuelled by innovation. Together, we can build a sustainable healthcare system that not only meets the needs of today but also anticipates and adapts to the needs of tomorrow. To my fellow members : let's continue to leverage our global experiences and expertise to support Algeria’s and Africa's overall ongoing efforts in innovation and growth and build more bridges. This is just the beginning of an exciting journey, and I am eager to see what we can achieve together. Let’s keep the momentum going! 👉 And because there have been too many highlights, I will be sharing some more in the next posts so stay tuned ! #AfricanStartupConference #DigitalHealth #AI #Innovation #Healthcare #Algeria #Technology #WomenInTech #DiasporaEngagement

Africa -U.S. Business Summit in Dallas-Texas: Monday, May 6, 2024 - Thursday, May 9, 2024  The Africa -U.S. Business Summit is a prestigious gathering that brings together African and U.S. senior government officials, private sector executives, international investors, entrepreneurs, and multilateral stakeholders from both sides of the Atlantic. This year's event promises to be the most dynamic and engaging yet, offering unparalleled opportunities for networking, collaboration, and knowledge-sharing. Africa stands at a crossroads. The continent brims with immense potential: innovative tech sectors, a dynamic young population, and rising global interest in its markets. Yet, pressing challenges threaten to derail progress: climate change devastates communities, unsustainable debt limits growth, and lack of opportunities for youth creates social instability. Africa's steadily growing economic and political relevance in the international community continues to increase. This is also evident at multilateral conferences. In the past year, African players have appeared on the world stage more frequently, more cohesively and more confidently than ever before. The key question: How can African nations harness their strengths, navigate global volatility, address the climate crisis, and unlock the power of their youth to drive sustainable, inclusive growth? #Africa #USA #Summit2024 #BusinessCorporation #Partnership #WinWin

Asia and Africa are emerging as powerhouses of growth, brimming with untapped potential and opportunity. With their youthful populations, rapid urbanization, and technological advancements, these regions are shaping the future of global industries. From innovation in technology and sustainable practices to thriving entrepreneurial ecosystems, Asia and Africa are not just upcoming markets — they are the next big drivers of progress and transformation. The future of business lies where ambition meets opportunity, and these regions are leading the way. #EmergingMarkets #AsiaAfricaGrowth #GlobalOpportunities #FutureOfBusiness #InnovationFrontier

Africa has long been a cradle of innovation, where pioneers have emerged to address local and global challenges with creativity and resilience. From groundbreaking advancements in technology to transformative social initiatives, African innovators continue to shape the continent's future and inspire the world. #Africaninnovators #educationtechnologyAfrica #leadershipdevelopmentAfrica #socialentrepreneurshipAfrica #technologyinnovationAfrica

𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓: 𝐀 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐨𝐯𝐞 As 2025 unfolds, I find myself filled with hope and admiration for Africa’s journey. We’re witnessing a continent that refuses to stand still embracing growth, innovation, and unity in extraordinary ways. Africa is rewriting its story. The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) is bridging borders, tech ecosystems are booming, and regions like East Africa are setting a blazing pace of progress. But the beauty of our growth lies in its diversity every region contributing something unique to the bigger picture. Here’s the real question: What part do we play in this unfolding narrative? We’re not just spectators; we’re contributors to this momentum. From supporting startups to sharing ideas, mentoring, or simply believing in the power of African potential, every small action builds toward a bigger future. What inspires you most about Africa in 2025? And how are you planning to be part of this journey? Let’s exchange ideas, inspire one another, and shape a continent that thrives for generations to come. Drop your thoughts below. Together, we rise. #AfricaRising #FutureOfAfrica #Growth #Innovation #2025

🎉 Happy New Year 2025! 🎉 As we step into this new year, let us embrace the boundless opportunities that lie ahead. Together, as Africans, we hold the power to shape our destiny and create a future rooted in innovation, resilience, and shared prosperity. 🌍 At Azul Tech, our mission remains steadfast: to build Africa's digital infrastructure. We believe that the key to unlocking our continent's potential lies in harnessing the transformative power of technology to connect, empower, and uplift our communities. This year, let us resolve to take bold steps toward a future where Africa prospers—a future where we drive the change we wish to see. Let us build, create, and thrive together. Here’s to a prosperous and impactful 2025! 🥂 #DigitalTransformation #Innovation #BuildingAfricaDigitalInfrastructure #HappyNewYear2025

Africa’s tech ecosystem is flourishing, with innovative solutions tackling both local and global challenges. However, the demand for strong, visionary leadership in technology has never been more urgent. The continent needs tech leaders who excel in their fields while championing inclusive growth, ethical practices, and transformative impact. This event aims to convene a Community of Practice (CoP) comprising tech professionals, policymakers, entrepreneurs, researchers, and youth leaders to explore the challenges, opportunities, and strategies for cultivating effective tech leadership across Africa. Driving the conversation through thought-provoking keynotes and insightful discussions will be Dr. Esi Sey Project Director YALI RLC West Africa Accra, Isaac Newton Acquah, Kwame Nyatuame, Kwame Stalwart and Janet Owusu Darko.