Technology and Infrastructure

Technology Integration

This strategy aims to leverage technology as a cross-cutting enabler for sustainable development.

Digital Transformation

Accelerating digital adoption across sectors to improve efficiency and access to services

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Innovation Ecosystems

Building ecosystems where technology innovation drives transformative change

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Digital Skills

Equipping communities with digital literacy and technical skills for the future

Key Initiatives

1. Digital Government

✓Implement e-government platforms for efficient service delivery.
✓Develop open data initiatives to enhance transparency and innovation.

2. Innovation Ecosystems

✓Establish tech hubs and innovation centres across urban and rural areas.
✓Develop venture capital and angel investor networks for tech startups.

3. Digital Skills Development

✓Implement nationwide digital literacy programmes.
✓Develop specialized training programmes in emerging technologies, data systems and digital infrastructure.

4. Technology for Development

✓Deploy drones for last-mile delivery of medical supplies and agricultural inputs.
✓Assess appropriate digital systems for land records, supply-chain traceability and accountable data use.

5. Cybersecurity and Data Protection

✓Develop national cybersecurity strategies and infrastructure.
✓Implement robust data protection regulations and enforcement mechanisms.

Infrastructure Development

The focus is on developing sustainable, resilient, and inclusive infrastructure to support economic growth and improved quality of life.

Sustainable Energy

Developing renewable energy solutions to power Africa's growth while protecting the environment.

Connected Networks

Climate Resilience

Creating infrastructure that can withstand climate impacts while supporting sustainable development.

Key Initiatives

1. Sustainable Energy

✓Develop large-scale renewable energy projects (solar, wind, geothermal).
✓Implement smart grid systems for efficient energy distribution.

2. Transportation Networks

✓Develop integrated multi-modal transportation systems.
✓Implement smart city solutions for urban mobility.

3. Digital Infrastructure

✓Expand broadband internet coverage, including last-mile connectivity in rural areas.
✓Develop data centre infrastructure to support digital economy growth.

4. Climate-Resilient Infrastructure

✓Implement nature-based solutions for flood control and coastal protection.
✓Develop climate-resilient building codes and standards.

5. Cross-Border Infrastructure

✓Support the development of regional power pools and energy trade.
✓Implement cross-border water management infrastructure.

Our Impact

250+

Tech Hubs Supported

1.2M

People with New Internet Access

500MW

Renewable Energy Capacity

Countries with Digital ID Systems

"THESO's support for our tech hub has transformed our community. We've trained over 500 young people in digital skills, and many have gone on to start their own businesses or find employment in the tech sector."

Amara Okafor

Founder, Lagos Innovation Hub

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Digital Public Infrastructure & Telecommunications

Mandate

Developing national digital public infrastructure (DPI), fiber optics, e-government platforms, and data sovereignty systems.

Institutional Framework

Adapting scalable digital public service blueprints to leapfrog legacy bureaucracy with unassailable digital governance.

Execution Focus

Building biometric data registries, cyber-security frameworks, open-banking gateways, and cloud-based administrative portals.

Physical Infrastructure Focus

Laying terrestrial fiber-optic backbones, constructing green-energy modular data centers, and deploying rural broadband satellite/cellular towers.