NatSec Tech
Episode 42: Bulelani Jili on Technology in Africa
Mar 20, 2024
Discussing China's shift to ICT investments in Africa, surveillance tech concerns, Chinese economy's impact on African ICT sector, and strategies for Western countries to engage in Africa's growing tech market.
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- China offers advanced ICT to Africa for development and security benefits.
- Western nations can capitalize on Africa's ICT growth by focusing on connectivity and partnerships.
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Technology's Vital Role in Africa-China Relations
Technology plays a crucial role in Africa-China relations, evolving from primarily extractive industries to include ICT advancements offered by China. These technologies range from basic infrastructure like fiber-optic cables to advanced systems like facial recognition. African nations benefit from these advancements for digital development and public security, while China expands its corporate influences through these technological offerings, addressing markets where regulatory constraints are more relaxed.
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