Press Release - What is the Inclusive Digitalization in Eastern and Southern Africa (IDEA) Program?
program will increase access to the internet and the inclusive use of digitally enabled services. With $2.
IDEA will be implemented in phases over eight years with Angola, Democratic Republic of Congo , and Malawi participating in the first phase. Additional countries and regional bodies are expected to join in the subsequent phases based on their eligibility and readiness. The Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa will spearhead the regional coordination of the IDEA Program.
"The Digital Transformation Project will be critical to enhance access and use of the internet and strengthen the foundations for digitally enabled services in the DRC. This project will mobilize significant private capital investment and bridge digital connectivity gaps.
COMESA will support the enabling environment for regional digital market development and integration and create a platform to inform and mobilize investments for regional digital infrastructure.
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