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Africa Rising 2025: Nairobi Leads Digital Transformation Efforts

9/9/2025

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Nairobi, Kenya will host Africa Rising 2025 on October 9, emphasizing digital transformation and connectivity.
The Continental Internet Exchange (CIX) launched on September 1, 2025, to enhance data sovereignty and reduce costs.
Over 200 million users adopted CIX services within three days, with full coverage anticipated by 2027.
Liquid Intelligent Technologies operates Africa's largest independent fiber network, founded by Strive Masiyiwa.
The Africa Broadband Mapping Systems project will improve connectivity in 11 African countries from 2025 to 2028.
AfriTECH 5.0, focusing on AI and digital independence, will occur on November 13, 2025.

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Story summary

Nairobi, Kenya will host Africa Rising 2025 on October 9, emphasizing digital transformation and connectivity.
The Continental Internet Exchange (CIX) launched on September 1, 2025, to enhance data sovereignty and reduce costs.
Over 200 million users adopted CIX services within three days, with full coverage anticipated by 2027.
Liquid Intelligent Technologies operates Africa's largest independent fiber network, founded by Strive Masiyiwa.
The Africa Broadband Mapping Systems project will improve connectivity in 11 African countries from 2025 to 2028.
AfriTECH 5.0, focusing on AI and digital independence, will occur on November 13, 2025.