In the early 2000s, Kenya was not seen as a global technology hub. Yet, within two decades, it became the beating heart of Africa’s digital economy, often referred to as Silicon Savannah.

The transformation was not gradual – it was a leap, fueled by bold decisions, policy shifts, and a nationwide embrace of technology.

At the core of this shift was leapfrogging, the idea that developing nations can bypass outdated stages of progress and jump directly into the future.

Kenya’s success was not just about mobile money and fintech innovations like M-Pesa. It was a government-enabled, private-sector-driven revolution that unlocked new economic opportunities. Today, Pakistan stands at a similar crossroads.

With the rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI), we have a unique opportunity to leapfrog past our industrial inefficiencies, bureaucratic hurdles, and outdated economic structures. But while the technology is available, the real question remains – is our government ready to take the necessary........

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