3i Africa Summit: Technology Alone Cannot Solve Africa's Problems- Rwanda Central Bank
Nick Barigye, Rwanda's Deputy Governor of the National Bank of Rwanda, cautioned African countries on Thursday, May 7, 2026, in Accra, that they should not rely solely on technology to drive digital transformation, insisting that governance and policy coordination remain the real engines of progress. He said, "At times, it is tempting to think technology is the answer to society's issues. It is not."
Mr. Barigye explained that Rwanda's progress in digital infrastructure was achieved through strong governance, institutional coordination and a clear national vision. He highlighted Rwanda's digital platform, "Irembo," which currently delivers more than 240 services across over 40 institutions through a single integrated system. The platform was designed around a government objective of "zero trip, zero error," allowing citizens to access services digitally without physically moving between offices. He also stressed the importance of shared infrastructure, saying, "Shared infrastructure reduces cost and improves efficiency."
The 2026 3i Africa Summit brought together regulators, central bank officials, fintech companies and investors to discuss Africa's digital finance future and cross-border integration. The fireside chat was moderated by Matteo Rizzi, Founder of Timepledge and Senior Advisor at the Global Finance and Technology Network.
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At the 3i Africa Summit in Accra, Rwanda's Central Bank cautioned against over-reliance on technology for digital transformation. They suggest governance and policy coordination are key - but what does this mean for Africa's digital finance future?
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