The Digital Economy

This is how big data could speed up Africa's development

People use computers at an internet cafe in the Hodan area of Mogadishu October 9, 2013.

A look at how Africa can take advantage of the big data boom to boost its development prospects. Image: REUTERS/Feisal Omar

Alanna Markle
Consultant, African Futures and Innovation Section, ISS Pretoria
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