Digital Economy For Africa 2018 | The World Bank | 19 April 2018 | Preston Auditorium, World Bank Headquarters, 1818 H Street, NW - Washington, DC

Africa is the region that has the most to gain from the ongoing digital revolution.

Technology can help African countries skip traditional development stages to fast-forward economic growth, manage resources more efficiently, and bring essential services to even the most vulnerable people.

To leverage these opportunities, how can public and private actors come together to expand connectivity to all? How can Africa equip its workforce with the skills needed to thrive in the digital world? How can countries across the region coordinate their efforts to foster entrepreneurship and create a regional digital ecosystem?

Join tech pioneers, public sector leaders, and development partners as they address these questions and discuss what it will take for Africa to build a sustainable, secure, and inclusive digital economy.

2018 Speakers

Jim Yong Kim
President, World Bank Group

Jeff Weiner
CEO, LinkedIn

Philippe H. Le Houérou
CEO, International Finance Corporation

Tony Elumelu
Founder, Tony Elumelu Foundation

Ursula Owusu-Ekuful
Minister of Communications, Ghana

Uzziel Ndagijimana
Minister of Finance and Economic Planning, Rwanda

Omobola Johnson
Honorary Chair, Alliance for Affordable Internet

Seni Sulyman
Vice President of Global Operations, Andela

Bilha Ndirangu
Chief Operating Officer, Africa’s Talking

Gugulethu Mfuphi (Moderator)
Senior Anchor, CNBC Africa