思科&卡内基梅隆大学：2024年人工智能对非洲城市发展的影响报告：智慧城市愿景（英文版）

Connectivity as a Driving Component: The Network Nervous System The journey toward smart cities in Africa is not without hurdles. Connectivity is the cornerstone of any smart city, yet it remains a significant barrier, with only 28.5% of individuals in Sub-Saharan Africa living in households with internet access.2 Moreover, the continent displays the largest coverage and usage gaps in comparison to all other regions.3 Ready access to data is central to the realization of smart cities in Africa.