KEVIN DILLON | It takes an ecosystem to raise a start-up — and Africa has the tell-tale elements
Many of the forces aligning in Africa today mirror those that sparked the rise of two major tech hubs — Silicon Valley in the 1980s and Europe in the early 2000s
21 May 2025 - 04:30
I’m a Cape Town boy at heart. Though I left in the 1980s to pursue my career, my connection to South Africa has remained strong. Over the past few years, I’ve seen something exciting begin to shift. My professional journey in tech venture is starting to feel deeply relevant to the continent. I truly believe Africa has the potential to be the next AI and tech superpower. Here’s why...
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