Fireside chat: Youth Entrepreneurship in the Connectivity Sector: From Startups to Market Disruptors

A number of African startups are working to expand internet access across the continent, developing innovative solutions to bridge the digital divide. This session will dig into the innovative solutions being developed and explore their potential to disrupt the market, empower communities, and pave the way for a more connected Africa.

• Rural Connectivity: Can startups be the link to solving the challenge of rural connectivity? How can technology and innovation be used to bridge networks and enable companies to provide connectivity to areas that lack traditional infrastructure?

• Use Cases: Looking at how start-ups such as Zipline have leveraged a sophisticated network of sensors and satellite connections to ensure reliable and fast delivery and solve key challenges in the healthcare sector.