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flag African tech leaders at NECLive 2025 pushed for local digital infrastructure to boost homegrown content monetization and creativity.

flag At NECLive 2025, African tech and creative leaders emphasized building local digital infrastructure to unlock the continent’s creative potential, highlighting that over 70% of monetizable content views occur outside Africa despite massive local audiences. flag MTN’s 200 million subscribers and investments in data centers, mobile money, and micro-billing systems were cited as key enablers. flag Experts stressed the need for affordable internet, fair creator compensation, and sustainable business models, urging a “local-first” approach before global expansion. flag Idris Elba and other speakers noted technology’s role in amplifying authentic African stories and transforming the creative economy through innovation and better monetization.

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