Zambia pilots solar-powered, Wi-Fi equipped kiosks

The bill has come under fire as digital rights groups and advocates want certain shortcomings to be addressed.

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

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

The telco says it has implemented measures to prevent third parties from accessing data of its subscribers.

Highways are notorious locations for violent crime in the West African country, with abduction gang and armed robbers targeting motorists.

The company said it is ceasing operations in South Africa and Tunisia to optimise resources and focus on markets with stronger growth potential.

The bank’s location in the data centre will allow it to meet national and international compliance and regulation standards.

The Chinese cloud vendor is opening its third datacentre on the continent.

According to the government, young people can now pursue data management careers and fill expected new opportunities in the ecosystem.

Mitesh Popat most recently held senior positions at Citi, including being CFO of the Middle East and Africa, where he managed financial operations in 29 countries.

The facility, known as Raxio DRC1, is backed by a $30 million investment and represents a watershed moment in DR Congo's push for digital inclusion.