Last week, Lisbon was jam-packed with innovation as Web Summit 2024 saw over 70,000 attendees and 3,000 companies at one of the largest tech conferences in the world. Across the exhibition floor and track presentations, a clear theme emerged: while AI offers numerous benefits, its large-scale impact on data processing raises concerns among many parties, from consumers, legislators, and government bodies.

Africa’s connectivity landscape is undergoing a rapid evolution, propelled by increased investments in telecommunications infrastructure, data centres, and cloud services. However, the continent still faces challenges, including infrastructure gaps and regulatory complexities.