TED: You don't need an app for that | Toby Shapshak

The video discusses the innovative spirit in Africa, highlighting how necessity drives real problem-solving. It showcases examples like M-Pesa, a mobile payment system, and other technological advancements that have global impacts. The speaker emphasizes that Africa is a mobile-first continent, solving real-world problems with available resources, and positions mobile technology as the new economic gold. The narrative challenges the perception of Africa as a 'dark continent' and instead presents it as a hub of innovation.

What is the significance of the pay-as-you-go SIM card technology mentioned in the text?

How does the speaker define real innovation in the context of Africa?

Discuss the impact of M-Pesa on Kenya's economy as described in the text.

What challenges does Africa face in terms of energy, and how is this addressed according to the speaker?

What examples of innovation in agriculture are mentioned in the text?

What role does mobile technology play in the economic activities in Africa according to the text?

Explain the concept of 'mobile only' as it relates to Africa's technological landscape.