The article "Can social entrepreneurs make Africa's digital boom more inclusive?" by Helen Lock, published by Devex in July 2022, examines how African social entrepreneurs are working to make the continent's digital boom more inclusive. Despite a digital economy valued at $115 billion and a forecast of $712 billion by 2050, less than 25% of Africa's population has internet access. Initiatives like the German agency GIZ's "Digital Enquirer Kit" aim to bridge this gap by offering free training on misinformation and online safety. These efforts highlight the importance of digital inclusion for Africa's economic and social development.

Numérique, Entrepreneurship, Inclusion

The article “The State must reach out to young people who have great ambitions…” presents an interview with Djibril Maïga, promoter of the Agrotech Niger start-up. He underlines the importance for the State to support ambitious young entrepreneurs, particularly in the agricultural sector. Djibril Maïga highlighted the potential of agro-technology to transform agriculture in Niger and improve food security. He calls for increased collaboration between public authorities and young innovators to promote the economic and social development of the country. According to him, adequate institutional support is essential to enable youth initiatives to flourish and contribute significantly to national growth.

Governance, Agriculture, Youth, Food security, Institution, Entrepreneurship