South African President Cyril Ramaphosa outlines tech-driven plans to modernize infrastructure and public services.

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa highlighted technology's role in modernizing the country during his State of the Nation address. Plans include investing over R940bn in infrastructure, establishing a digital identity system, and relaunching the gov.za platform for better service access. The government will also use AI in policing and healthcare, and set up an Innovation Fund for tech startups, aiming to drive economic growth and improve public services.

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