Building an African Silicon Valley - P.A.S.S initiative Discourse
The Pan-African Silicon Savannah (PASS) Initiative and its Seed Project, XERF 01
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Pan-African Silicon Savannah (PASS), XERF 01, Scientific Collaboration, African Innovation, Sustainable Development, Digital Divide, China's InsightsAbstract
This paper explores the Pan-African Silicon Savannah (PASS) initiative, spearheaded by Xyberius Enterprises, a Zimbabwean Science and Technology R&D and implementation of next-generation technologies startup. Initially envisioned as the Africa Continental Silicon Savannah (ACSS), the initiative transitioned to PASS to encompass the interconnectedness of the entire continent. PASS aims to foster collaboration across Africa through a dynamic network connecting smart cities, universities, research institutes, startups, standardization bodies, government parastatals and established businesses. The paper delves into the concept of PASS, its potential to unite the continent through technology, and the role of XERF 01 as the seed project that lays the groundwork for this ambitious vision.
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