An event focused on Africa's digital economy and future was held on May 26, 2026, in partnership with the City of Cape Town, discussing regional infrastructure and digital challenges.

The entities involved

• Africa →

  continent

  • Ghana hosts a global conference on reparatory justice, debating colonial legacy and the government-backed repeal of the Code Noir.Mon 17:37
  • El Nino is causing global weather patterns to bring heat and dryness to various regions, testing global food output.Mon 16:37
• South Africa →

  country in southern Africa

  • Matthew Chaskalson has been appointed as the chief evidence leader in a national inquiry in South Africa.Mon 17:53
  • Wildfire smoke is threatening business operations and health in South Africa.Mon 17:51
• Cape Town →

  city in the Western Cape, South Africa

  • Cities like Cape Town and Barcelona are implementing new regulations on short-term rentals due to housing shortages.Mon 14:23
  • Draft by-law mandates registration for short-term rentals in Cape Town.Mon 14:23

Related events

• An initiative provides funding and expertise for the development of the African digital economy.Jun 18
• GovTech 2026 event held in Durban where the Minister discussed South Africa's national digital strategy.Sep 22
• A new initiative aims to establish a pan-African digital marketplace, with operations based in South Africa.Aug 5
• A summit focused on South African digital governance is being held in Johannesburg, involving South Africa, Solly Malatsi, and Prisa.Jun 19
• Debate centers on Starlink's role in African digital inclusion.Sep 23