Africa’s Surveillance Boom Raises Concerns Over China’s Growing Influence | Firstpost Africa | N18G

Chinese surveillance systems are spreading across Africa’s biggest cities, bringing high-tech monitoring to streets and public spaces. From facial recognition to real-time tracking, these 'Safe City' networks promise security but raise serious questions. Researchers warn that without strong safeguards, the same systems could be used to monitor dissent and control populations. With over $2 billion already invested, the deeper issue is emerging: who really controls the data, and what happens when national security systems rely on foreign technology.

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