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Zambian comms regulator appoints new general director

Mbulo has been occupying this position since October 2024, and the appointment was confirmed yesterday.
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ITU laments Africa's lack of skills in new technologies

The United Nations Technology Agency has expressed worry over Africa's lack of advanced digital skills in new technologies such as artificial intelligence, big data analytics, and the Internet of Things.
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10 Jul 2024

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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9 Jul 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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14 Aug 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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27 Oct 2014

Rwanda re-elected to ITU council

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

Malawi feels digital migration pressure

Concerns exist that the company handling the process is not acting fast enough.
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23 Sept 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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31 Jul 2014

Zambia unveils cyber security lab

Law enforcement agencies are expected to use the facility to combat ICT crimes.