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Africa: Building the Smart City – Promise, Pitfalls and the People At Its Heart

eriinfo.com3 weeks ago011 mins

From AI-powered transit systems to digital twins and flood-proof parks, cities are embracing technology at an unprecedented scale. But as innovation accelerates, experts warn that inclusion, trust and security will determine who truly benefits. At a sprawling urban expo in Baku, visitors paused before giant digital screens flickering with flood simulations, subway control systems and…

Africa

Africa: Biometric IDs Are Being Rolled Out in Africa. Study Reveals the Risks and Pitfalls

eriinfo.com3 months ago012 mins

Across Africa, governments are introducing digital systems that use individuals’ unique physical measurements to identify them. These systems collect citizens’ biometric and personal data and use it to give people access to essential public services like voting, healthcare, education and social protection. Biometric digital identification systems are often promoted as tools to improve efficiency, inclusion…