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𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐚 𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐛𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐦𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 #GlobalDPISummit2024! Over the course of three days, more than 700 delegates from 100+ countries came together with one goal: to shape the future of #DigitalPublicInfrastructure (#DPI). The energy was contagious, and the conversations were visionary—exploring everything from digital sovereignty to the power of inclusive innovation. But beyond the impressive numbers, it was the connections made and the bold ideas shared that truly defined the summit. We are not just talking about change; we’re building it—together! The collaborations sparked here will set the stage for a more connected, equitable digital future. To all the speakers, partners, and attendees: thank you for making this summit a resounding success. The journey doesn’t end here—this is just the beginning! #GlobalDPISummit2024 #DPI #DigitalTransformation #PublicService #Leadership #FinancialInclusion Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT), Egypt, International Telecommunication Union, UNDP, The World Bank, Office of the UN Secretary-General’s Envoy on Technology.

We are committed to building a vibrant and engaged ecosystem around #DPI. That is why we are excited to have supported the second phase of the Media Foundation for West Africa(MFWA)'s #DPI Journalism fellowship. congratulations to the 45 journalists that have been selected. we look forward to advancing fair and equitable discourse on DPI Robert Karanja Desire N. Kachenje Matthew McNaughton Lindsey Crumbaugh CV Madhukar Elizabeth M. Ramey Garikai Nhongo, MCIM Aura Cifuentes Jordan Sandman Tim Wood https://lnkd.in/gu7rNWDe

We had the honour of co-hosting the #AfriLabsAnnualGathering High-Level Ministerial Roundtable on #DPI in Africa in #CapeTown, South Africa, with Co-Develop as a proud partner in this mission. It was inspiring to moderate the discussion and present Co-Develop's work to such a diverse and powerful assembly of leaders from government, international organizations, and the private sector—each committed to shaping a sustainable digital future for Africa. High-level representatives from #Nigeria, #France, #SouthAfrica, #Namibia, #Algeria, and #Angola joined us, alongside partners from the UNDP, Office of the UN Secretary-General’s Envoy on Technology, International Telecommunication Union, #RLabs, Digital Africa, Malawi Liverpool Wellcome Research Programme, Cenfri, among others . Together, our discussions on #DigitalPublicInfrastructure underscored the transformative power of collaboration and shared vision. Special thanks to Honourable Jane Sithole, Deputy Minister of Small Business Development, #SouthAfrica, for her exceptional leadership at the Roundtable, and to Dr. Mehdi Snene, Ph.D., Senior Advisor, AI and Digital Transformation, representing the U.N. Envoy on Technology, for his valuable insights on #AfricaStack. I also appreciate the trust placed in me as moderator—it was an honor to guide this important dialogue. Thank you to Anna Ekeledo and her team at AfriLabs for creating this platform and to all our partners who made this day possible. This is yet another significant milestone in our journey to unify Africa’s innovation landscape, drive inclusive growth, and empower our digital ecosystem. Excited to keep building on this momentum with all of you! #AfriLabsAnnualGathering #DigitalPublicInfrastructure #Collaboration #Innovation #AfricaTech

Today, it was an honor to host the AfriLabs Annual Gathering High-Level Ministerial Roundtable as part of the #AfriLabsAnnualGathering in Cape Town, South Africa. This event, co-organized with Co-Develop brought together an exceptional group of high-level representatives from government, international organizations, and the private sector—all committed to fostering Africa’s digital future. With government officials from Nigeria, France, South Africa, Namibia, Algeria and Angola, alongside partners from the United Nations, International Telecommunication Union, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Digital Cooperation Organization (DCO), RLabs *Reconstructed Living Lab and Intel Corporation, today’s discussions around #DigitalPublicInfrastructure highlighted the transformative power of partnership. The session was both inspiring and constructive, underscoring our shared vision of sustainable growth through collaboration. My heartfelt thanks go to Honourable Jane Sithole, Deputy Minister of Small Business Development, South Africa, for her exceptional leadership during the Roundtable, and the representative of U.N. Envoy on Technology, Mehdi Snene, Ph.D. Senior Advisor, AI and Digital Transformation for the informed presentation on Africa DPI-Stack. Thank you Garikai Nhongo, MCIM for skillfully moderating the dialogue, and all our partners who have been instrumental in making these conversations possible. Today marks another step forward in our journey to unify Africa’s innovation landscape, drive inclusive growth, and strengthen the digital ecosystem. Looking forward to building on this momentum together!

Olá, gente! I am pleased to announce that I'll be moderating a panel on #DPI at the Data Privacy Global Conference - DPGC 2024. The event is organized by Data Privacy Brasil, a leading institution in teaching and research in the area of #dataprotection and #digitalrights. It will be a great opportunity to follow the latest debates on digital public infrastructure, data protection, regulation of new technologies and much more. Visit https://lnkd.in/d2QFnpmU to check out the full agenda and guarantee your place. --> Dates: November 25 and 26 --> Location: Faculdade Cásper Líbero, Av. Paulista, 900 – Bela Vista, São Paulo See you at DPGC!

What can bilateral and multilateral funding organisations do to nudge countries to be more thoughtful about making digital investments? The 'Economics of DPI' event that we co-hosted with Digital Impact Alliance a few days ago on the sidelines of the IMF/ WB Annual meetings in Washington DC, brought up some important ideas. Even as we work towards building the evidence base to analyse the impact of a DPI approach, can we begin concerted efforts to drive down the cost of digitisation by reusing digital artefacts, rather than rebuilding them? How do we ensure that investments in poorly conceived digital solutions don't drive countries that are already struggling with a lot of debt, deeper into the abyss?

The DPI conversation has evolved, yet confusion lingers – is DPI simply government-owned tech solutions? CV Madhukar, Co-Develop CEO, urges us to think bigger. Current models like “digital government” offer re-usable tools but remain limited – it’s like building #GPS only for government use. They serve but within confined spaces. “Whole of Society” DPI shifts the mindset. This approach empowers all actors, public and private, to adapt digital capabilities to address future societal challenges. Imagine open digital frameworks available for anyone to innovate and solve social issues. Take GPS: developed for defense, but now vital for daily life. This mindset shift from 'solutions' to 'capabilities' – from digital government to DPI – is transformative. Achieving this shift will require deliberate efforts across sectors, but it promises reduced costs, accelerated innovation, and inclusive tech. How can leaders help guide this change? Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dgiRAzxn

This week, as we saw the global launch of the DPI Map, and as I interacted with a number of colleagues and stakeholders discussing #DPI during the annual meetings of the International Monetary Fund and The World Bank, I felt that the idea that DPI is about creating a set of digital capabilities for the whole of society is poorly understood. It will take a lot of effort from all of us to ensure that both government and the private sector leverage the capability of a DPI approach to unlock massive innovation, drive down costs and advance inclusion globally.

This week, as we saw the global launch of the DPI Map, and as I interacted with a number of colleagues and stakeholders discussing #DPI during the annual meetings of the International Monetary Fund and The World Bank, I felt that the idea that DPI is about creating a set of digital capabilities for the whole of society is poorly understood. It will take a lot of effort from all of us to ensure that both government and the private sector leverage the capability of a DPI approach to unlock massive innovation, drive down costs and advance inclusion globally.

As Digital Public Infrastructure (#DPI) continues to gain momentum, its promise to drive GDP growth by 3-13% is only the beginning. Understanding its social and economic impacts, especially in low- and middle-income countries, is essential. That's why Co-Develop funded the Digital Public Infrastructure Research Lab (OxDPI) at University of Oxford’s Centre for the Study of African Economies, a pivotal step toward comprehensive #DPI research. Jordan Sandman highlights that the OxDPI Lab, led by Professors Stefan Dercon and Dr. Christian Meyer, will rigorously examine #DPI’s role in inclusion and wellbeing, starting with #Ethiopia’s Fayda system—an ambitious national ID initiative with support from the World Bank’s ID4D team. Collaborating closely with Ethiopia’s National ID Authority and international researchers, this lab will not only provide rapid, evidence-based insights but also shape real-time government decisions, ensuring DPI rollout fosters meaningful societal impact. 📈 DPI is more than tech—it's a tool for growth and inclusivity. Read more in Jordan Sandman's full article on the potential of Oxford’s lab to build a strong evidence base for DPI: https://lnkd.in/dKUdTgyE #DigitalPublicInfrastructure #ResearchForImpact #InclusiveGrowth #CoDevelop