Explore a World Economic Forum panel discussion on transforming rural economies in Africa. Delve into strategies for shifting from consumer to producer mindsets, promoting distributed manufacturing, and leveraging community strengths. Hear insights from industry leaders, including executives from Millicom Services UK and Nuru Energy Group, as well as representatives from the United Nations Population Fund and ASAFE. Moderated by James Mwangi of Dalberg, the talk covers topics such as smart villages, agriculture, technology access, entrepreneurship, education, climate change, and mobile money in Africa. Gain valuable perspectives on creating sustainable, autonomous rural economies and envisioning the village of the future.