Digital Economy
Why Africa's informal economy is the next great digital frontier
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A mission, before a title
Building Africa's Informal & Digital Economy.
John Wambugu
Technology, Innovation & Digital Economy Leader
I work at the intersection of technology, innovation, entrepreneurship, the digital and creative economy, and ecosystem development to build inclusive opportunities across Africa.
- CURRENT LEADERSHIP ROLE
- Africa Head of Tech
- Organization
- Informal Economy Development Forum — IEDF
Who I am
A leader at the intersection of technology and inclusive growth.
I am a technology, innovation and digital economy leader committed to building the systems, partnerships and platforms that allow Africa's people and businesses to thrive in the digital age.
My work brings together public policy, private enterprise and grassroots entrepreneurship — turning ideas into institutions, and institutions into opportunity for millions across the continent.
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Ideas on the digital economy.
Artificial Intelligence
Building AI that serves Africa's small businesses
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Innovation
The infrastructure of opportunity: rethinking ecosystem building
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Featured media
On stage, on air, and in conversation.
Interviews, keynotes, panels, podcasts and press features on technology, innovation, AI, entrepreneurship and Africa's digital future.
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Let's build the future of Africa's digital economy together.
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