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- DRC launches pilot digital system for health supply chains
- LOGIMEV tracks medicine and vaccine stocks in real time
- Pilot begins in Kinshasa and Maniema before nationwide rollout
The Democratic Republic of Congo launched the pilot phase of LOGIMEV in Kinshasa last week. The digital system is designed to modernize the management of health supply chains.
Developed on the OpenLMIS platform with support from several international partners, the solution aims to improve the monitoring of drug and vaccine stocks and strengthen supply chain data flows across the Congolese health system.
"This event marks a decisive step for the supply chain of health products within the Ministry of Health. Through this initiative, we will progressively have an integrated system capable of providing reliable, real-time logistics data to support decision-making at every level of our health system," said Dr. Body Ilonga, Secretary-General at the Ministry of Health.
The project is led by the Ministry of Public Health and implemented with support from partners including Gavi, UNICEF, VillageReach and the Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI). Authorities describe the initiative as part of efforts to digitize the national health system, with the goal of centralizing logistics data and making it available in real time to improve decision-making.
The system is designed to track 154 products across 14 national programs, including the Expanded Program on Immunization (EPI). The pilot phase will be rolled out in the provinces of Kinshasa and Maniema before a gradual nationwide expansion. The project is part of the National Health Development Plan 2024-2033, which calls for the modernization of management tools and infrastructure in the sector.
The initiative comes as several African countries accelerate efforts to digitize their health systems to improve the availability of medicines and the management of vaccination campaigns. Stock shortages and supply chain weaknesses remain among the main barriers to healthcare access on the continent, according to the World Health Organization. Digital logistics management platforms are increasingly being deployed to improve supply chain visibility and reduce losses of health products.
In the Democratic Republic of Congo, where logistical challenges remain significant because of the country's size and the difficulty of reaching some areas, authorities hope digitization will improve the availability of vaccines and medicines at health facilities. In the longer term, LOGIMEV could also improve interoperability between health programs and strengthen the resilience of the Congolese health system.
Samira Njoya
- Morocco’s Ministry of Digital Transition and the National Police signed a framework agreement to modernize citizen reception services across police facilities.
- The partnership will deploy pilot projects and digital infrastructure before expanding reforms nationwide.
- The initiative builds on the DGSN’s broader digital transformation strategy, including the launch of the E-Police platform in 2024.
The Ministry of Digital Transition and Administrative Reform and the General Directorate of National Security (DGSN) signed a framework agreement in Rabat on Wednesday, June 3, to enhance citizen reception services across police stations and security facilities nationwide.
Minister Delegate for Digital Transition Amal El Fallah Seghrouchni and DGSN Director General Abdellatif Hammouchi signed the agreement.
The agreement provides for the implementation of pilot programs and the development of digital and physical infrastructure aimed at modernizing reception conditions within police stations and security services.
The two institutions will test new service models before extending them progressively across the country. Authorities expect the pilot phase to evaluate operational effectiveness and support a broader national rollout.
Beyond infrastructure modernization, the agreement seeks to strengthen institutional cooperation between the two entities.
The partnership aims to support the modernization of police public services while integrating security administration more closely into Morocco’s broader public-sector digital transformation program.
The initiative forms part of a wider modernization effort that Morocco’s national police have pursued for several years.
In late 2024, the DGSN launched the E-Police platform, which allows citizens to complete several administrative procedures online. The platform enables users to request police documents, schedule appointments and track selected procedures remotely.
The institution has also developed a digital ecosystem based on digital identity solutions and the gradual dematerialization of administrative services.
According to the DGSN, this strategy aims to reduce in-person visits, accelerate request processing and strengthen personal data protection.
The agreement signed in Rabat also supports Morocco’s broader objective of extending service-quality standards across public administrations.
The framework includes an experimentation phase through pilot projects. Authorities will use the results of those projects as the basis for wider deployment across DGSN structures nationwide.
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- Gabon will invest CFA5 billion ($8.9 million) to modernize digital skills training through a partnership between ARCEP and INPTIC.
- The two-year renewable program will upgrade infrastructure, create specialized laboratories, and expand training in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, cloud computing, data management, and telecommunications.
- Authorities aim to reduce dependence on foreign expertise and position INPTIC as a regional digital training hub for Central Africa.
The country's telecommunications regulator, the Electronic Communications and Postal Regulatory Authority (ARCEP), and the National Institute of Post, Information and Communication Technologies (INPTIC) signed a CFA5 billion ($8.9 million) subsidy agreement in Libreville on June 1 to modernize training for digital professions.
The agreement took place in the presence of Digital Economy, Digitalization and Innovation Minister Mark Alexandre Doumba and Higher Education Minister Charles Edgar Mombo.
The partners structured the agreement as a renewable two-year program. The initiative will rehabilitate the institution's educational infrastructure, acquire new technological equipment, and develop specialized laboratories.
In addition, the funding will support the launch or strengthening of academic programs in strategic fields, including artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, data management, cloud computing, networks and telecommunications, as well as digital entrepreneurship.
Through the project, Gabonese authorities aim to align training programs more closely with economic needs.
Officials said the agreement includes reforms to INPTIC's governance and management mechanisms. The partnership will also provide the institute with access to ARCEP's sector data and market analyses, enabling it to anticipate changes in digital professions and evolving skills demands from businesses.
The investment forms part of Gabon's national digitalization strategy, particularly the component dedicated to human capital development.
Authorities now view the availability of local digital talent as a critical requirement for supporting the digital transformation of government administration, businesses, and public services.
The challenge has become increasingly urgent as demand for digital professionals continues to grow across Africa.
According to the International Finance Corporation (IFC), nearly 230 million jobs in Sub-Saharan Africa will require digital skills by 2030. Organizations in both the public and private sectors are actively seeking specialists in cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, data management, and cloud computing.
By strengthening INPTIC's capabilities, Libreville aims to reduce the country's dependence on external expertise. At the same time, authorities want to position the institution as a leading regional center for digital skills training in Central Africa.
Samira Njoya
- Burkina Faso has issued more than 600,000 criminal record certificates and nearly 70,000 nationality certificates through digital platforms.
- Authorities have expanded online justice services to include business registry documents and digital filing and tracking of criminal complaints.
- A persistent digital divide continues to limit adoption, with internet access reaching 72% in urban areas but only 27% in rural regions.
Burkina Faso is continuing the modernization of its judicial system through digital technologies. Platforms deployed by the Ministry of Justice have enabled the issuance of more than 600,000 criminal record certificates and nearly 70,000 nationality certificates, highlighting the acceleration of digital public services for citizens. Authorities disclosed these figures during the National Forum on the Digitalization of Justice, which took place in Ouagadougou from June 2 to June 3. These results reflect progress achieved in recent years through the online delivery of administrative procedures.
In addition to platforms dedicated to criminal records and nationality certificates, the country launched a digital service in February for documents derived from the Trade and Personal Property Credit Register (RCCM). The service has already enabled the issuance of approximately 2,000 documents.
Moreover, authorities have implemented a system that allows citizens to file and track criminal complaints online. Despite these advances, access to digital judicial services continues to face a major obstacle: the digital divide.
Data presented during the National Forum on the Digitalization of Justice showed that internet access reaches about 72% in urban areas, compared with only 27% in rural areas. The figures highlight significant inequalities in access to digital technologies across the country.
World Bank data for 2024 showed that only 37.24% of the population owned a smartphone. Meanwhile, DataReportal estimated that Burkina Faso had 5.42 million internet users at the end of 2025. As a result, the digital divide remains a major challenge for the government's administrative transformation agenda.
While online services reduce processing times and eliminate unnecessary travel for users, a large share of the population still lacks the devices or connectivity required to access those services. Consequently, the overall impact of digitalization remains constrained.
In response, authorities are considering additional support measures to broaden access. Officials have discussed integrating national languages into digital platforms, developing solutions for citizens with limited literacy skills, and expanding connectivity infrastructure in rural areas.
Furthermore, these measures will complement existing initiatives already underway.
Authorities are currently deploying telecommunications infrastructure in underserved areas and establishing digital community centers. These facilities will serve as local access points that allow citizens to connect to the internet and use a range of digitized public services.
This article was initially published in French by Samira Njoya
Adapted in English by Ange J.A de Berry Quenum
- Benin’s National Center for Digital Investigations (CNIN) says unauthorized AI-generated, modified, or distributed images of individuals can result in up to five years in prison and a fine of CFA25 million ($44,400).
- Authorities link the warning to the growing use of generative AI and deepfake technologies that can facilitate fraud, defamation, identity theft, and disinformation.
- Cybercrime cases in Benin increased from 347 in 2022 to 415 in 2023 and reached 576 cases by Sept. 17, 2024, according to the special prosecutor of the CRIET.
Benin’s National Center for Digital Investigations (CNIN) has reminded the public of the penalties associated with using artificial intelligence to modify, generate, or distribute a person’s image without authorization, as authorities intensify efforts to curb cybercrime and digital identity fraud.
The agency said on Friday, Aug. 29, that such practices violate image rights and may trigger legal action under Article 576 of Benin’s Digital Code. Offenders face a maximum prison sentence of five years and a fine of CFA25 million, equivalent to about $44,400.
The warning comes as generative artificial intelligence tools capable of producing increasingly realistic images, videos, and audiovisual content become more widely accessible.
Deepfake technologies can replace a person’s face, alter their statements, or create fabricated scenes that criminals may use for manipulation, defamation, fraud, identity theft, or reputational damage. Researchers have warned for several years that distinguishing authentic content from AI-generated material is becoming increasingly difficult.
A Growing Threat for Authorities
The CNIN’s statement forms part of a broader effort by Beninese authorities to strengthen the fight against cybercrime. According to figures released by the special prosecutor of the Court for the Repression of Economic Offences and Terrorism (CRIET) in October 2024, cybercrime-related cases increased from 347 in 2022 to 415 in 2023. Authorities recorded 576 cases as of Sept. 17, 2024.
Meanwhile, Beninese authorities have expanded operations targeting online fraud networks and identity theft schemes operating on social media platforms.
In 2024, the CNIN announced the deactivation of approximately 600 fake accounts that criminals used for romance scams and fraudulent schemes linked to spiritual or marabout-related services.
Issues Extend Beyond Deepfakes
The rise of deepfakes reflects a broader set of cybersecurity risks that increasingly concern African governments. According to Interpol, online scams, digital fraud, ransomware attacks, and identity theft rank among the continent’s most significant cyber threats. Financial losses linked to cybercrime in Africa exceeded an estimated $3 billion between 2019 and 2025.
Against this backdrop, Beninese authorities seek to prevent the misuse of emerging artificial intelligence tools before they become an additional channel for fraud and disinformation.
Regulators now face the challenge of balancing the rapid growth of generative AI technologies with the protection of citizens’ rights in the digital space.
This article was initially published in French by Samira Njoya
Adapted in English by Ange J.A de Berry Quenum
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- Senegal appointed Samba Diouf as Minister of Telecommunications and the Digital Economy as part of a government reshuffle announced on June 1.
- Authorities separated the digital economy portfolio from communications, underscoring the strategic importance of technology and digital sovereignty.
- Diouf takes charge of implementing Senegal’s New Technological Deal, a CFA1.1 trillion ($1.95 billion) program scheduled for 2025–2034.
The composition of Senegal’s new government was unveiled on Monday, June 1. Among the appointments announced by the administration led by Prime Minister Ahmadou Al Aminou Lo, the nomination of Samba Diouf as Minister of Telecommunications and the Digital Economy has drawn particular attention.
Diouf succeeds Alioune Sall at the head of the ministry. Meanwhile, authorities have reconfigured the institution by separating the digital economy portfolio from the communications portfolio.
The restructuring reflects the increasing importance that Senegal places on digital transformation within its public policy framework. As a result, Diouf assumes responsibility for a sector that sits at the center of the government’s economic development and technological sovereignty agenda.
A Specialist in Digital Transformation
Before joining the government, Samba Diouf served as Minister-Counselor for Digital Affairs to the President of the Republic. Diouf built most of his professional career in digital transformation, telecommunications, and financial services. He held positions within several international technology groups, including Huawei Technologies, IBM, Oracle, Atos, and Ericsson.
Throughout his career, he led digital transformation projects for public administrations, telecommunications operators, and financial institutions.
His profile combines technical and managerial expertise. He holds a master’s degree in physics, a master’s degree in information and communication systems engineering, an Executive MBA in corporate strategy, and an MBA in finance. His qualifications provide expertise across technology, governance, and business development.
Strategic Projects to Advance
Diouf assumes office two months after the first anniversary of the New Technological Deal and the launch of its flagship projects.
Authorities launched the program last year around 12 priority projects and allocated nearly CFA1.1 trillion ($1.95 billion) in investment between 2025 and 2034. The initiative aims to strengthen connectivity, expand digital public services, support the digital economy, and enhance the country’s technological sovereignty.
However, significant challenges remain. According to data from the International Telecommunication Union, Senegal ranked among Africa’s 15 most advanced countries for digital services in 2025. Nevertheless, gaps in internet access persist, particularly between urban and rural areas.
Cybersecurity, digital identity, artificial intelligence development, and support for technology startups also remain among the sector’s top priorities.
As head of a ministry now fully dedicated to telecommunications and digital development, Diouf must translate the government’s ambitions into measurable outcomes. His mandate comes at a time when digital technologies are expected to play an increasingly important role in Senegal’s economic competitiveness and the modernization of public administration.
This article was initially published in French by Samira Njoya
Adapted in English by Ange J.A de Berry Quenum
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Côte d’Ivoire plans to establish a public university dedicated to artificial intelligence under its National Development Plan (PND) 2026–2030.
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The initiative forms part of a broader strategy to strengthen digital sovereignty, develop local technology talent and support economic transformation.
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The government has allocated more than CFA114.8 trillion ($204 billion) to the PND, including major investments in digital infrastructure, higher education and public-sector digitalization.
Côte d’Ivoire is placing artificial intelligence at the center of its development agenda as the country seeks to address an urgent shortage of digital skills and strengthen its technological sovereignty.
The government plans to establish a public university dedicated to artificial intelligence under its National Development Plan (PND) 2026–2030, recently presented by Souleymane Diarrassouba.
The initiative aims to align the education system with the needs of an economy increasingly driven by data, automation and emerging technologies.
The proposed AI university forms part of a broader higher education expansion program.
Ivorian authorities plan to build new universities in Abengourou, Daoukro and Dabou. Authorities also plan to establish several university technology institutes.
The government pursues two objectives. First, it seeks to increase enrollment capacity. Second, it aims to direct more academic programs toward sectors considered critical for growth, including digital technology, agro-industry, mining, healthcare and services.
Beyond expanding the university system, the initiative supports the implementation of Côte d’Ivoire’s National Artificial Intelligence Strategy through 2030.
Authorities launched the framework last year and positioned artificial intelligence as a driver of digital sovereignty and economic competitiveness.
The strategy also provides for the creation of AI-focused centers of excellence within universities and technical institutions. These centers will support advanced training, applied research and technological innovation.
The planned curriculum will cover several key disciplines, including data science, machine learning, natural language processing, computer vision and intelligent systems.
Authorities aim to build a skills pipeline that reflects market demand at a time when demand for specialized technology professionals significantly exceeds available supply.
Consequently, the university could play a critical role in narrowing the country’s digital talent gap and supporting the growth of a domestic technology ecosystem.
The PND 2026–2030 allocates more than CFA114.8 trillion, equivalent to approximately $204 billion, to support the country’s long-term development agenda.
The plan also includes major investments in digital infrastructure.
Authorities intend to expand fiber-optic networks, develop data centers and deploy resilient technology solutions. At the same time, the government plans to accelerate the digitalization of public administration.
Within this broader framework, the artificial intelligence university represents a foundational component of an ecosystem that remains under construction.
The institution should strengthen links between academic training and productive sectors while enhancing research capabilities and encouraging the development of locally designed technological solutions.
This article was initially published in French by Samira Njoya
Adapted in English by Ange J.A de Berry Quenum
- Chad held talks with major U.S. technology companies, including Starlink, InterSystems, Cybastion, Vertiv and 19Labs, to attract expertise and investment.
- Authorities discussed projects covering connectivity, digital infrastructure, cybersecurity, e-government services and digital healthcare.
- Chad raised concerns with Starlink over service quality and pricing while seeking broader improvements in internet access and digital inclusion.
Chad intensified its efforts to establish partnerships with leading global technology companies during a mission to Washington from May 23 to May 31.
Telecommunications, Digital Economy and Digitalization Minister Haliki Choua Mahamat led the delegation, which held discussions with several U.S. stakeholders operating in technology, infrastructure and digital healthcare.
The government sought to attract expertise and investment capable of accelerating the country's digital transformation and supporting broader economic modernization.
During the visit, Chadian officials met representatives from the U.S. Department of State, the U.S. Department of Commerce and several major technology companies, including InterSystems, Starlink, Cybastion, Vertiv and 19Labs.
Participants discussed a range of strategic projects focused on connectivity, digital infrastructure modernization, cybersecurity, public-service digitalization and digital health development.
One of the most sensitive issues involved Starlink's satellite internet services. Chadian officials raised concerns with representatives of the SpaceX subsidiary regarding service quality in Chad and pricing levels that authorities consider higher than those charged in several other African markets.
N'Djamena views improved internet access as a critical priority because existing telecommunications infrastructure remains insufficient to meet growing demand from government agencies, businesses and households.
The diplomatic outreach comes as Chad seeks to position the digital sector as a key driver of economic diversification.
Although the country has recorded progress in recent years, Chad still ranks among the least advanced African nations in terms of connectivity and digital development.
According to the International Telecommunication Union, internet penetration remains below the African average, while access to digital services remains particularly limited in rural areas.
The government also views digital technologies as a tool for modernizing the healthcare system. Discussions with specialized U.S. institutions focused on plans to digitalize the country's five university hospitals, 23 regional hospitals and more than 1,000 health centers.
Authorities aim to improve medical data management, strengthen patient monitoring and expand access to healthcare services through digital technologies.
Beyond infrastructure investments, Chad aims to strengthen domestic technological capabilities. Talks with U.S. partners included training initiatives and technology-transfer programs designed to develop national expertise in digital technologies, artificial intelligence and cybersecurity.
The government considers those capabilities essential for reducing technological dependence and building a digital ecosystem capable of supporting its long-term economic modernization strategy.
Through this outreach mission, Chad seeks to secure a place within the global technology partnership landscape. The next challenge for policymakers will involve converting discussions held in Washington into concrete projects capable of delivering lasting improvements in connectivity, public services and national economic competitiveness.
Samira Njoya
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Cameroon launches 20,000 smart electricity meters to improve monitoring and billing accuracy
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World Bank-backed project aims to reduce losses, fraud, and revenue leakages
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Initiative forms part of a broader $710 million electricity sector reform programme
Cameroon's Ministry of Water and Energy (MINEE) announced on Wednesday, May 27, the launch of a nationwide deployment of 20,000 smart electricity meters, a move aimed at improving consumption monitoring, reducing technical losses and enhancing billing accuracy across the country's power sector.
The project is backed by the World Bank under the Electricity Sector Reform Programme (PRSEC-PforR) and relies on Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) technology capable of automatically transmitting electricity consumption data. According to MINEE, the system will enable real-time monitoring of energy use and improve the detection of anomalies, fraud and non-technical losses that have long strained the sector's finances.
Implementation is being overseen by the Programme Coordination Unit within MINEE, in partnership with Cameroon's national electricity company Socadel (formerly Eneo). Following technical trials conducted between January and February 2026, the equipment passed final acceptance in April, paving the way for a phased rollout. A data centre is also under construction in Douala to centralise and secure information collected by the smart meters.
The initiative is part of the Electricity Sector Recovery Plan (PRSEC), a broader reform agenda running from 2024 to 2026 and valued at nearly 400 billion CFA francs ($710 million). The programme is supported by 180 billion CFA francs in World Bank financing and an additional 48 billion CFA francs from the African Development Bank.
Beyond smart metering, the PRSEC includes a range of infrastructure upgrades aimed at improving service quality, including network expansion, the reinforcement of electrical substations, the replacement of more than 50,000 wooden utility poles, and the gradual migration of 1.5 million postpaid customers to prepaid meters.
For Cameroonian authorities, the digitalisation of electricity metering is a key tool for strengthening energy governance, securing operator revenues and keeping pace with rising power demand driven by the country's urban and industrial growth.
Samira Njoya
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DigiPay and Belmoney launched DigiTransfer for money transfers from Europe to Congo and the DRC
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The app enables transfers to mobile wallets and bank accounts within minutes
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The service aims to lower remittance costs and expand digital cross-border payments in Central Africa
Pan-African fintech DigiPay Group and European financial technology company Belmoney announced on Thursday the launch of DigiTransfer, a mobile application enabling money transfers from France and Belgium to the Republic of Congo and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).
Available on Android and iOS, the platform allows users to send funds directly to mobile wallets and bank accounts. The two companies said transfers are completed within minutes through Visa and Mastercard networks, using Belmoney’s regulatory licence in Belgium. Belmoney is licensed as a payment institution by the National Bank of Belgium.
The launch comes amid strong growth in remittance flows from the African diaspora. According to World Bank data, remittances to the DRC exceed $3.2 billion annually. Yet transfers to sub-Saharan Africa remain among the most expensive globally. Data from the Migration Data Portal show average transfer costs still stand at nearly 8%, well above the 3% target set by the United Nations under its Sustainable Development Goals.
Fintech companies are increasingly relying on digital infrastructure and mobile wallets to reduce transfer fees and speed up cross-border payments. In Central Africa, where banking penetration remains relatively low, mobile money services are expanding rapidly and are gradually becoming a preferred channel for diaspora remittances. DigiPay said it has processed more than 4.2 million transactions across its various payment solutions since 2020.
For Belmoney, the partnership reflects the growing adoption of the Remittance-as-a-Service (RaaS) model, which allows fintechs and local operators to launch international transfer services using existing regulatory licences and payment infrastructure. The two companies said they plan to gradually expand the transfer corridor to other European countries to strengthen their presence in the Africa-bound remittance market.
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Côte d’Ivoire launched a recruitment drive for six senior digital sector positions
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The roles focus on AI, cybersecurity, digital policy and public sector digitalization
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The hires aim to support government digital transformation and expand ICT infrastructure
Côte d'Ivoire's Ministry of Digital Transition and Digitalization on Tuesday launched a recruitment drive to fill six senior positions aimed at supporting the rollout of government digital projects.
The vacancies include three specialized technical adviser roles covering innovation and artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and digital trust, and legal affairs, regulation and digital economy policy. The ministry is also recruiting a Chief Information Officer (CIO), a Director of Digital Transformation of Public Administration, and a Director of Digital Infrastructure and Postal Development.
According to job descriptions published by the ministry, the technical advisers will support the minister and the chief of staff in their respective areas of expertise. Their responsibilities will include providing technical and strategic input for decision-making, reviewing submissions to the minister's office, and helping shape the ministry's policy priorities in digital technology, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and digital law.
The incoming CIO will be responsible for defining and overseeing the ministry's IT master plans to support the modernization and digital transformation of public administration, as well as the security of public data.
The Director of Digital Transformation of Public Administration will coordinate public sector digitalization projects and ensure their alignment with government priorities.
The Director of Digital Infrastructure and Postal Development will be responsible for designing and implementing policies to expand digital and postal infrastructure, with the aim of improving access to telecommunications and ICT services across the country.
Samira Njoya
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Ghana is deploying 3D security scanners at Accra’s main airport to speed up passenger screening
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New systems from 2026 will let travelers keep laptops and liquids inside bags during checks
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The upgrades are part of a broader push to modernize airports and position Ghana as a West African aviation hub
Ghana is deploying advanced 3D security scanners at Terminals 2 and 3 of Kotoka International Airport in Accra, as part of a broader effort to modernize border controls and improve passenger processing. President John Dramani Mahama announced the move on Monday, May 25, during the launch of the country’s new e-visa platform.
The new scanners are expected to reduce queues and shorten processing times at the terminals. Starting in August 2026, Ghana also plans to roll out new screening systems allowing passengers to keep laptops, liquids and electronic devices inside their bags during security checks. Travelers will no longer need to remove shoes or belts during inspections.
Officials said the reforms are part of a wider airport modernization program aimed at combining stronger security controls with faster passenger movement. The initiative includes advanced passenger information (API) systems and passenger name record (PNR) analytics tools designed to support intelligence-led screening.
Accra also confirmed that e-visas will be free for certain African travelers, while the digital platform will later be extended to work and residence permit applications. The investments come as traffic at Ghana’s main airport continues to rise sharply. Passenger numbers increased by about 39% to 2.5 million in 2025, from 1.8 million in 2022, according to airport authorities.
The growth is placing increasing pressure on existing infrastructure, particularly during peak periods when congestion affects check-in, immigration, security screening and baggage handling operations. To accommodate future demand, Ghana also plans to extend the runway at Kumasi Airport, build a new control tower in Accra and develop additional regional airports.
The country joins a growing number of African states investing heavily in smart airport infrastructure and digital border management systems. Morocco, Rwanda, Ethiopia and Kenya have in recent years accelerated projects involving biometric controls, digital travel platforms and passenger flow technologies.
As African aviation hubs compete more aggressively for regional traffic, the quality and efficiency of the airport experience are becoming increasingly important factors in attracting airlines, investors, tourists and international events.
For Accra, the initiative is also part of a broader strategy to position Ghana as a regional gateway for West Africa and strengthen its appeal to international businesses.
Authorities see streamlined immigration procedures, upgraded infrastructure and digital public services as key tools to support trade and mobility under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).
Samira Njoya
- Orange Morocco launched new eSports partnerships at Morocco Gaming Expo 2026
- The company introduced a grant programme and sponsored Team xProjekt
- Morocco’s gaming market reached an estimated $227 million in 2024
Orange Morocco unveiled a series of partnerships and initiatives to support the growth of gaming and eSports in the country during the Morocco Gaming Expo 2026, held in Rabat from May 20 to 24. The telecommunications operator is increasing its presence in a rapidly growing sector, driven by rising digital adoption and growing interest among young people in competitive gaming and interactive content.
Among the main announcements was the launch of the “Orange eSport Grant,” developed in partnership with the Royal Moroccan Federation of Electronic Games. The programme will support five eSports associations based outside Casablanca and Rabat, with the objective of helping develop emerging talent across Morocco. Orange Morocco also signed a sponsorship agreement with Team xProjekt, becoming the first telecom operator in the country to officially sponsor a national eSports team. The organization currently has 29 players competing across several disciplines.
The operator also announced initiatives combining digital culture and gaming. The Orange Foundation, alongside journalist Nadia Larguet, introduced a digitized version of the quiz game “1,001 Questions About Morocco,” now integrated into the MaxIt application. Through these projects, the group aims to combine gaming, educational content and mobile services to strengthen engagement among younger users across its digital platforms.
The announcements come as Morocco and the wider North African gaming market continue to expand rapidly. According to SpielFabrique’s State of the African Video Game Industry 2026 report, published in January 2026, Morocco’s gaming revenues reached an estimated $227.3 million in 2024. The country is now considered one of Africa’s fastest-growing video game markets, supported by a young population, the rise of mobile gaming and ongoing improvements in digital infrastructure. The expansion of fibre, 4G and 5G networks is also helping drive growth in online gaming, streaming and eSports competitions.
The new partnerships align with Morocco’s broader ambition to develop a mature national gaming and eSports industry. Authorities increasingly view the sector as a potential driver of the digital economy, creative industries and youth employment. Morocco aims to increase annual video game industry revenues from around $200 million currently to $3 billion by 2030–2032, while capturing nearly 1% of the global gaming market.
Samira Njoya
- Togo and Poland signed a €24 million ($27.8 million) financing agreement to launch Africa Drone Company.
- The project will develop local drone design, assembly and deployment capabilities for security, agriculture and logistics applications.
- Poland’s state development bank BGK mobilized the financing under the European Union’s Global Gateway initiative with guarantees from the EFSD+ fund.
Togo and Poland signed a financing agreement worth 24 million euros ($27.8 million) on Tuesday, May 19, to launch Africa Drone Company, a project that will develop local capabilities for drone design, assembly and deployment.
Officials signed the agreement during the official visit to Lomé by Krzysztof Gawkowski, Poland’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Digital Affairs.
Cyber Defense Africa, the entity overseeing the initiative, emerged from a public-private partnership between the Togolese government and European group Asseco Data Systems in 2019 in the cybersecurity sector.
The structure will spearhead the development of the drone industry. The project targets applications in security, agriculture, logistics, industry and critical infrastructure monitoring.
Meanwhile, Bank Gospodarstwa Krajowego (BGK), Poland’s state development bank, mobilized the financing under the European Union’s Global Gateway initiative. The European Fund for Sustainable Development Plus (EFSD+) provided the guarantee mechanism.
The project aims to move beyond the acquisition of imported technologies. Authorities want the initiative to accelerate skills transfer, technical training and the emergence of local industrial expertise in a sector considered strategic.
Togo’s Ministry of Public Service Efficiency and Digital Transformation said the cooperation aligns with Lomé’s ambition to strengthen technological sovereignty and build infrastructure capable of supporting the country’s long-term priorities.
Togo has invested heavily in digital modernization and administrative reform in recent years. Authorities have increased spending on digital infrastructure and cybersecurity as part of a broader economic transformation strategy.
The drone industry initiative extends that strategy into higher value-added industrial technologies and reinforces Togo’s ambition to position itself as a regional digital and technological hub.
This article was initially published in French by Adoni Conrad Quenum, Ecofin Agency
Adapted in English by Ange J.A de Berry Quenum