Nkiru Balonwu

Nkiru Balonwu, CEO of Spinlet, discusses the realities behind mobile usage stats in Africa, asserting the need for context in these numbers. Alan Knott-Craig shares insights on the significance of free Wi-Fi for community empowerment, while Nanjira Sambuli highlights gender disparities in internet access. They explore how mobile technology can bridge digital divides but also discuss the challenge of affordability, suggesting that high data costs limit access. The conversation offers a nuanced view on how connectivity can reshape economies and lives throughout the continent.