Place of collaboration in digital transformation

Africa's youth must be at the centre of the conversation about digital skilling. [iStockphoto]

Although still in its infancy, Africa's digital ecosystem has limitless potential to spur economic growth, advance social and gender equality, and provide opportunities for gainful engagement for millions of Africans.

When the African Union (AU) was formed 20 years ago, the continent had a five per cent internet penetration, compared to 40 per cent in Europe. By 2019, an average of 39.1 per cent of the continent's population was online, with some countries, such as Kenya, having 89.8 per cent internet penetration.