International Telecommunications Union

GSMA and World Bank partner to boost handset affordability

The consortium said if smartphones were priced at around $20, an additional 270 million Africans would be able to purchase them, potentially narrowing the usage gap by 23%.
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Jul 9, 2024

10 African countries receive broadband boost

The program supports efforts to promote digital connectivity in African countries where internet access is still limited in most places.
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ITU pledges $106m to SA women, girls’ empowerment

Elle International is funding the project that will drive gender equality and empowerment through the provision of digital platforms, smart solutions and data.
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ITU's Bogdan-Martin calls for improved gender equality in ICT

On International Girls in ICT Day, the ITU’s secretary-general believes the ICT sector must cultivate and empower female talent while also increasing top-level representation.
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Aug 14, 2018

The unique capabilities of satellite data connections

South Africa's Internet penetration is three percentage points above the Southern African average, and one percentage point above the global average, according to Q-KON.
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Oct 27, 2014

Rwanda re-elected to ITU council

East African nation earned 110 votes at a conference in South Korea.
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Oct 10, 2014

Malawi feels digital migration pressure

Concerns exist that the company handling the process is not acting fast enough.
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Sep 23, 2014

Zambia's first lady Christine Kaseba named as ITU ambassador

Kaseba expected to contribute to raising aware of technology for health purposes.
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Jul 31, 2014

Zambia unveils cyber security lab

Law enforcement agencies are expected to use the facility to combat ICT crimes.
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Jul 28, 2014

Zambia ‘on course’ to meet digital migration deadline

Southern African country’s information and broadcasting minister signals commitment.
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Jul 25, 2014

Zambia downplays digital migration funding shortage fears

Government says it plans apportioning budget in the coming year for phases two and three.
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Jul 11, 2014

China’s Star Technologies wins Zambia's digital migration tender

And confusion surrounding the government contract has seemingly come to an end.