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11mo ago

Harris Unveils Major Initiative to Expand Internet Access in Africa by 2030

The plan aims to increase internet connectivity from 40% to 80%, with significant investments in digital infrastructure and gender equality.

Overview

  • Vice President Kamala Harris announced a partnership to boost internet access in Africa to 80% by 2030.
  • The initiative follows Harris' previous commitments to digital innovation during her visit to Africa.
  • Key components include the Partnership for Digital Access in Africa and the Mobilizing Access to the Digital Economy Alliance (MADE).
  • MADE will initially focus on providing digital access to 3 million farmers in Kenya, Tanzania, and Nigeria.
  • The Women in the Digital Economy efforts have generated over $1 billion in commitments to address the gender divide in tech access.