Innovation Challenges: Lessons from DARPA and Kaunda

This chapter explores the influence of digital communication technology on government initiatives aiming to replicate DARPA's innovative model. It discusses the struggles countries face in fostering an environment conducive to groundbreaking research while reflecting on the historical leadership of Kenneth Kaunda in Zambia and the consequences of his policies. The narrative highlights the delicate balance between necessary oversight and the freedom required for true innovation to thrive.