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Redefining the Smart City Concept: An African Perspective

Over the past decade, the concept of a smart city has undergone significant transformation, especially within the African context. Initially driven by technology providers, the focus has shifted towards a more holistic, human-centric approach. Governments and organizations, such as the African Smart Cities Innovation Foundation (ASCIF), have recognized that technology serves as an enabler rather than the sole solution to urban challenges.

Unlocking Africa's Urban Future: Join the African Smart Cities Congress 2024 Today!

Unlocking Africa’s Urban Future: Join the African Smart Cities Congress 2024 Today!

We are thrilled to announce the African Smart Cities Congress (ASCC) 2024, scheduled to take place in Lilongwe, Malawi, from July 25th to July 27th. This annual event, hosted by the African Smart Cities Innovation Foundation (ASCIF), promises to be a pivotal moment in the journey towards smarter, more sustainable urban environments across the African continent.

The African Smart Cities Congress (ASCC)

Join us in Lilongwe, Malawi, from July 25th to July 27th, 2024, for the African Smart Cities Congress (ASCC) 2024. Hosted by the African Smart Cities Innovation Foundation (ASCIF), this annual Event in 2024, hosted in the warm heart of Africa, Malawi. Under the theme “Future Smart Cities, Innovation, and Technology for Sustainable Development,” ASCC 2024 promises to be a groundbreaking event, gathering stakeholders, policymakers, and innovators from across the continent and beyond to shape the future of smart cities in Africa and Advancing Sustainable Urban Futures: The African Smart Cities Congress 2024.

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Top 10 IoT and Smart City Trends to Watch in 2024

The interconnected realms of the Internet of Things (IoT), Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Big Data continue to redefine the way technology and individuals engage, fostering unique and profound experiences. In 2024, smart cities stand at the forefront of this transformation, leveraging data and digital technologies to enhance resident services and address public issues. The result is improved mobility, connectivity, access, societal awareness, reduced violence, and sustainability.