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More innovation from African developers

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African developers are playing a significant role in making the internet more relevant and accessible across the continent, as highlighted by their participation in Google I/O 2013 in San Francisco and numerous I/O Extended parties across Africa. Members of Google Developer Groups from countries like Algeria, Kenya, and Uganda joined their global peers to explore the latest tech innovations, while those unable to travel engaged through live-streamed events. The year has been bustling for African developers and tech startups, with several new apps showcased on Google's African case studies page, including Maji Dashboards for data accessibility in Kenya, ReadyCash's QR-based mobile payment system in Nigeria, and Asa, an app bringing African folktales to children. These efforts underscore the growing innovation and creativity of African tech communities, as they continue to leverage Google APIs and platforms to address local needs and challenges.