ICT and Governance

Bank of Tanzania unveils fintech regulatory sandbox

The Bank's fintech regulatory sandbox provides a regulated environment for testing financial products and services.
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NITDA issues cybersecurity alert over Spotify threats

The Nigerian agency highlights the latest threat targeting a popular digital platform.
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Flaws in Cameroon’s data protection bill spark concerns

The bill has come under fire as digital rights groups and advocates want certain shortcomings to be addressed.
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Nigeria’s NEC calls on state govts to play their part in country’s tech-driven industrialisation

The economic council is championing state-led innovation to follow NASENI’s roadmap to drive transformative economic growth across key sectors.
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Lagos intends to set first AI usage guidelines in Nigeria

Lagos State asserts this project will pave the road for responsible AI development in Nigeria.
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Nov 21, 2024

Nigeria's runaway inflation impedes Starlink operations

The company has stopped accepting new home plan subscriptions, citing "excessive inflation" as a threat to its business, and it wants approval for price increases.
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Nov 15, 2024

Nigeria’s Anambra State to launch data platform

According to the state, the platform will provide decision-makers with real-time access to important information.
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Nov 14, 2024

Cameroon moves to safeguard personal data

Parliament is considering a Bill to tighten data security in the country and establish a Personal Data Protection Authority.
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Nov 11, 2024

Kenya orders suspension of Telegram

The move came after education authorities reported several cases of examination supervisors attempting to smuggles mobile phones and materials to candidates.
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Nov 4, 2024

Nigeria’s Benue State signs Huawei digital deal

The Smart Benue State program is going to use Huawei to improve the state's infrastructure while also creating jobs in security, healthcare, and education.
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Nov 1, 2024

Google commits to fortify Nigeria's digital economy

Nigeria says the investment fits with the country's roadmap, which aims to improve digital skills and innovation.
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Nigeria warns of new LinkedIn cyber threat—CovertCatch

To avoid the criminals, the agency urges individuals and businesses to avoid receiving unsolicited job offers or recruitment communications on LinkedIn.