The Fourth Industrial Revolution in Africa: Exploring the Development Implications of Smart Technologies in Africa (Advances in African Economic, Social and Political Development)

✍ Scribed by David Mhlanga (editor), Emmanuel Ndhlovu (editor)

• Publisher: Springer
• Year: 2023
• Tongue: English
• Leaves: 387
• Category: Library

✦ Synopsis

This edited volume, the third in a three-volume set, discusses implications of The Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) in Africa. By rebuilding natural ecosystems, linking billions to digital networks, and better managing assets, the world may be able to undo the damage done by the industrial revolutions. There are, however, significant concerns that institutions will not be able to adapt, that governments will not adopt and regulate new technologies to reap their benefits, that power shifts will result in serious new security threats, that inequality will increase, and that societies will break apart. Written by an international panel of experts, analyzes the potential of smart technology across sectors and industries in Africa to bring about long-term, sustainable growth.

✦ Table of Contents

Acknowledgements
About the Book
Contents
About the Editors
About the Contributors
Chapter 1: The Fourth Industrial Revolution in Africa: An Introduction
1.1 Introduction
1.2 The Fourth Industrial Revolution and Its Developments
1.3 The Fourth Industrial Revolution and Development in Africa
1.4 Volume Outline
1.5 Conclusion
References
Part I: Background to the Fourth Industrial Revolution
Chapter 2: Making Sense of the Fourth Industrial Revolution: An Overview of the Potential Impact on Africa
2.1 Introduction
2.2 Literature Review and Theoretical Background
2.2.1 The Fourth Industrial Revolution
2.3 Empirical Literature Review
2.4 What Are the Potential Repercussions of Industry 4.0 in Africa
2.5 Job Losses and the Fourth Industrial Revolution in Africa
2.6 Inequality and the Fourth Industrial Revolution in Africa
2.7 Security and the Fourth Industrial Revolution in Africa
2.8 Identity, Voice, and Community in the Fourth Industrial Revolution in Africa
2.9 Conclusions and Policy Recommendations
References
Chapter 3: After Being Left Out of the First, Second, and Third Industrial Revolutions, Is Africa Finally Prepared for the Fourth Industrial Revolution?
3.1 Introduction
3.2 Review of Important Literature
3.2.1 First Industrial Revolution
3.2.2 Second Industrial Revolution
3.2.3 Third Industrial Revolution
3.2.4 Fourth Industrial Revolution
3.3 What Is the Fourth Industrial Revaluation?
3.3.1 Artificial Intelligence (AI)
3.3.2 The Internet of Things (IoT)
3.3.3 Blockchain
3.4 Frameworks for Assessing Readiness for the Fourth Industrial Revolution
3.5 The Empirical Literature
3.5.1 Several Factors That Can Affect How Prepared Africa Is for the 4IR
3.5.2 Strategies for Overcoming Key Challenges Facing Africa to Be Competitive in the 4IR
3.5.3 Strategic Plan 1: Human Capabilities
3.5.4 Strategic Plan 2: Developing Infrastructure
3.5.5 Strategic Plan 3: Policymaking
3.6 Conclusions and Policy Recommendations
References
Chapter 4: Goals of Social Policy in the Fourth Industrial Revolution from a Developmental Context in Africa
4.1 Introduction
4.2 The Fourth Industrial Revolution and Its Developments
4.2.1 The Four Industrial Revolutions
4.3 The Challenges of the Fourth Industrial Revolution
4.4 Social Policy Literature
4.5 The Goals of Social Policy in the Twenty-First Century
4.6 Inclusive Growth and Development
4.7 Digital Inclusion for Development
4.8 Cybersecurity for Development
4.9 Gender-Sensitive Development Policies
4.10 Conclusions and Recommendations
References
Chapter 5: The Potential of the Fourth Industrial Revolution to Promote Economic Growth and Development in Africa
5.1 Introduction
5.2 Theoretical and Empirical Perspective
5.2.1 Economic Growth and Development
5.2.2 The Fourth Industrial Revolution
5.3 Empirical Literature
5.4 The Potential of the Fourth Industrial Revolution to Promote Economic Growth and Development in Africa
5.5 The Fourth Industrial Revolution for Agriculture in Africa
5.5.1 Precision Farming
5.5.2 The Fourth Industrial Revolution and Education in Africa
5.5.3 The Fourth Industrial Revolution for Health in Africa
5.5.4 Drug Development
5.6 The Fourth Industrial Revolution for Manufacturing in Africa
5.6.1 Lean Manufacturing
5.6.2 Intelligent Manufacturing
5.7 The Fourth Industrial Revolution for Energy in Africa
5.7.1 Grid Management Through Smart Grids
5.7.2 Energy Efficiency in Homes
5.7.3 Energy Efficiency in Commercial Buildings
5.7.4 4IR for Mining in Africa
5.8 The Fourth Industrial Revolution for Public Administration in Africa
5.9 The Fourth Industrial Revolution for Transport and Telecommunications in Africa
5.9.1 Intelligent Transport Systems
5.9.2 Autonomous Driving Systems
5.10 Conclusions and Policy Recommendations
References
Part II: Smart Technologies in Financial Matters
Chapter 6: A Machine Learning Approach for Predicting Emissions Based on GDP: A Case of South Africa in Comparison with the United Kingdom
6.1 Introduction
6.2 Definitions of Terms
6.2.1 Climate Change
6.2.2 The Environmental Kuznets Curve
6.2.3 Artificial Intelligence
6.2.4 Machine Learning
6.3 Empirical Literature Review
6.4 Methodology
6.4.1 Polynomial Regression Models
6.4.2 Artificial Neural Network Models
6.4.3 Critical Points for Zero Emissions
6.4.4 Other Machine Learning Models
6.4.5 Cross-Validation
6.5 Data Analysis and Results
6.5.1 Data Description
6.5.2 South Africa: GDP and Emissions Data
6.6 Discussion
6.7 Conclusions and Recommendations
References
Chapter 7: The Role of Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence in Improving Health Outcomes in Africa During and After the Pandemic: What Are We Learning on the Attainment of Sustainable Development Goals?
7.1 Introduction
7.2 COVID-19 in South Africa
7.3 Machine Learning
7.4 Empirical Literature Review
7.5 Methodology
7.6 Data
7.7 Results and Discussion
7.8 South Africa COVID-19 Case Study: Discussion
7.8.1 Clinical Integration
7.8.2 The Lessons That Can Be Learned from Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence Concerning Sustainable Development Goals
7.9 Conclusion and Recommendation
7.9.1 Strengths
7.9.2 Limitations and Improvements
References
Chapter 8: Mobile Money Services and Sustainable Development Effect in Africa
8.1 Introduction and Background
8.2 Mobile Money Services, Financial Inclusion, Social Inclusion, and Sustainable Development Articulation
8.2.1 Mobile Money Services in Africa
8.2.2 Financial Inclusion
8.2.3 Social Inclusion
8.2.4 Sustainable Development
8.2.5 Financial Inclusion and Social Inclusion in Africa
8.3 Mobile Money Services, Financial Inclusion, and Social Inclusion in Africa
8.4 The Effect of Mobile Money-Driven Financial Inclusion and Social Inclusion on Sustainable Development in Africa
8.5 The Criticism of Mobile Money Services and Their Contribution to Sustainable Development
8.6 Conclusion
References
Chapter 9: The Nexus Between Blue Ocean Strategy and Organizational Performance of SMEs in the Fourth Industrial Revolution Era
9.1 Introduction
9.2 Literature Review
9.3 Theoretical Framework
9.4 The Fourth Industrial Revolution
9.5 Importance of SMEs in the Zimbabwean Economy
9.5.1 The Need for Blue Oceans in the Context of SMEs
9.6 Empirical Literature
9.7 Methodology
9.8 Results and Discussion
9.8.1 Reliability Statistics
9.8.2 Normality Checks
9.8.3 Spearman Correlation and Regression Analysis Results
9.9 Conclusion
9.9.1 Implications of the Study
9.9.2 Limitations and Future Research Directions
References
Chapter 10: Digital Entrepreneurship, Taxation of the Digital Economy, Digital Transformation, and Sustainable Development in Africa
10.1 Introduction and Background
10.2 Digital Transformation
10.2.1 The Digital Economy and Digital Transformation in Africa
10.2.2 The Digital Economy and Digital Entrepreneurship in Africa
10.2.3 The Digital Economy, Digital Transformation in Business, Digital Entrepreneurship and Sustainable Development in Africa
10.3 Tax Legislation Applicable to the Digital Economy and Digital Services in Africa
10.3.1 Digital Services Taxes (DSTs) in Africa
10.3.2 Indirect Digital Services Taxes in Africa
10.3.3 Services Subject to DSTs (Both Direct and Indirect)
10.3.4 Digital Financial Services Taxes
10.4 Implications of Taxing the Digital Economy
10.4.1 The Effect of Taxing the Digital Economy on Digital Transformation, Digital Entrepreneurship, and Sustainable Development
10.4.2 Effect on Digital Entrepreneurship and Small Businesses
10.4.3 Digital Economy Taxes and Investment in Digital Businesses
10.4.4 Effect of Digital Economy Taxes on Digital Inclusion, Digital Financial Inclusion, and Sustainable Development
10.4.5 Other Challenges Affecting Digital Transformation and Digital Entrepreneurship in Africa
10.5 Conclusion
References
Part III: Smart Technologies in Governance
Chapter 11: New Public Service Reform, Good Governance, and Governance of Digital Innovation in Africa
11.1 Introduction
11.2 Digital Innovation in the Public Sector in Africa
11.3 New Public Service Reform
11.4 Good Governance
11.5 The Necessity for Innovation in the Public Sector in Africa
11.6 Conclusion
References
Chapter 12: Harnessing State Capability in Embracing the Fourth Industrial Revolution: Is Zimbabwe Prepared?
12.1 Introduction
12.2 State of Zimbabwe’s Economy in the 4IR
12.3 The Fourth Industrial Revolution in Context
12.4 Capabilities of Governments in the Fourth Industrial Revolution
12.5 Capabilities of the Zimbabwean Government to Thrive in the Fourth Industrial Revolution
12.5.1 Technology and Innovation
12.5.2 Policy Making
12.5.3 Human Capital Skills
12.5.4 Infrastructure Development
12.5.5 Political Will
12.6 Conclusion
References
Chapter 13: Digital Transformation and Social Change in Africa: Issues in Technology Governance and Social Participation
13.1 Introduction
13.2 Structuration Theory, Platform Governance, and Social Outcomes
13.3 Review of Literature
13.4 Methods and Materials
13.5 Results Presentation
13.5.1 Displacement of Government’s Traditional Role
13.5.2 Platforms as Structures of Social and Economic Exchange
13.5.3 Technology as a Medium for Systems Change
13.6 Discussion and Conclusions
References
Chapter 14: A Survey of Central Bank Digital Currency Adoption in African Countries
14.1 Introduction
14.2 Related Literature
14.2.1 Studies on the Determinants of Economic Development and Inclusion
14.2.2 Literature on Central Bank Digital Currency
14.3 The Survey
14.3.1 The Objective of the African CBDC Survey
14.4 Methodology
14.5 Survey Results
14.5.1 Summary of Survey Results
14.5.2 Regional Results
14.5.3 Correlation
14.6 Conclusion
References
Part IV: Agriculture, Goods Access, Utilisation, and Distribution
Chapter 15: Smart Technologies, Climate Change, and Smallholder Farmer Production in Zimbabwe
15.1 Introduction
15.2 Climate Change
15.3 Smallholder Farming in Zimbabwe
15.4 4IR Technologies for Farming
15.5 Materials and Methods
15.6 Results and Discussion
15.6.1 Knowledge of and Perception of 4IR Technologies
15.6.2 Adoption of 4IR Technologies
15.7 Conclusion
References
Chapter 16: Blockchain for Food Supply Chain: Trust, Traceability, and Transparency Enhancement, How Can Africa Benefit?
16.1 Introduction
16.2 Theoretical and Empirical Perspective
16.2.1 Blockchain Characteristics
16.3 Empirical Literature on Blockchain Technology and Food Supply Chain
16.4 Methodology
16.5 Blockchain for Food Supply Chain: Trust, Traceability, and Transparency Enhancement, How Can Africa Benefit?
16.5.1 Block Chain Technology and Trust in Supply Chain
16.5.2 Block Chain and Traceability in Supply Chain
16.5.3 Block Chain and Transparency in Supply Chain
16.6 What Should African Governments Do to Benefit from Block Chain Technology in Food Supply Chain?
16.7 Conclusion
References
Chapter 17: Influence of Green Marketing Strategies on Consumer Purchase Decision: Evidence from Fast-Moving Consumer Goods Industry in Zimbabwe
17.1 Introduction
17.2 Literature Review
17.2.1 Theoretical Framework
17.2.2 Green Marketing Strategies and Green Consumerism
17.2.3 Effect of Green Advertising on Consumer Purchase Behavior
17.3 Research Methodology
17.4 Data Analysis and Findings
17.4.1 Perception Toward Companies’ Efforts in Promoting Green Initiatives
17.4.2 Marketing Gimmick
17.4.3 Green Marketing Awareness
17.4.4 Lack of Recycling Infrastructure
17.5 Discussion of Findings
17.6 Conclusion and Recommendations
17.6.1 Recommendations
References
Chapter 18: The Influence of the AfCFTA Capital and Industrial Goods in South Africa: A Simulation Analysis
18.1 Introduction
18.2 Theoretical and Empirical Perspectives
18.3 Methodology
18.4 Findings and Discussions Smart Simulation Results
18.5 Conclusion and Recommendations
References
Part V: Conclusions and Recommendations
Chapter 19: Toward an Inclusive Industry 4.0: Social Policy, Economic Growth, and Development in Africa
19.1 Introduction
19.2 Theoretical and Empirical Perspective
19.2.1 Social Policy
19.2.2 Inclusive Development
19.2.3 Industry 4.0
19.3 Social Policy and Inclusive Development
19.4 Social Policy and the Industry 4.0
19.5 Toward an Inclusive Industry 4.0 for Economic Growth and Development in Africa in the Twenty-First Century
19.6 Ethical Considerations and Regulatory Frameworks for the 4IR
19.7 Fostering the Use of Technology for the Common Good
19.7.1 Taking Steps to Address Biases in Data and Algorithms
19.8 Finding Solutions to Problems with Data Access and Assembling a Shared Database System
19.8.1 It Is Important to Use a Multidisciplinary and Inclusive Approach When Developing Algorithms
19.9 Conclusion and Policy Recommendations
References
Chapter 20: The Fourth Industrial Revolution in Africa: A Conclusion
20.1 Introduction
20.2 The Rise of the Fourth Industrial Revolution and What it Means
20.3 The Fourth Industrial Revolution and Development in Africa
20.4 Conclusion
References
Index