Africa’s Digital Economy Reaches $300 Billion Milestone, Report Shows

A landmark study by the African Development Bank projects the continent’s digital sector will double again by 2028, driven by mobile penetration and cross-border fintech adoption.

By Amara Diallo · Sep 20, 2026Read Full Story

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