ICT and Governance

Ghana pledges to enhance CCTV, drone deployment

The ruling party has committed to deploy an additional 50,000 surveillance cameras to enhance security and expand the use of drones.
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Yesterday

Zambia provides public free WiFi in Lusaka

Zambia unveils free public WiFi at the InterCity bus station in Lusaka to help bridge the digital divide.
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SA's Gauteng province goes deeper into e-health solutions

The department believes the new system, which was launched this week, will ensure that patient numbers are effectively handled to cut time spent in queues to get healthcare 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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Wednesday

Uganda taps China for $150m loan to roll out more fibre

The loan from Exim Bank of China will fund the expansion of internet connectivity to Uganda’s sub-counties, boosting digital inclusion and e-Government services.
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Wednesday

Huawei, Zambia enhance digital transformation ties

The telecoms equipment manufacturer has deepened its ties with the Zambian government.
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Cameroon honours 10 top agritech startups

The winners will each receive cash prizes of up to $66 640, as well as technical support in the implementation of their business plans.
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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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26 Nov

UNICEF digitises to tackle theft of food aid

The United Nations’ agency is embracing security technology to curb theft of food meant for refugees in Somalia.
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26 Nov

Google contributed $900m to Kenya's economy in 2023

According to the search company, the use of its products and services boosted economic activity for businesses, nonprofits, publishers, creators, and developers in Kenya.
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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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19 Nov

Kenya, Malaysia sign MoU on digital transformation

The two countries say they look forward to working together to drive the digital transformation in Kenya and across Africa.