Kenya sets Africa's smartphone manufacturing pace
Kenya has made significant strides in the local production of smartphones, with over 2.5 million handsets now assembled.
Phathisani Moyo
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Namibia advocates for tech to combat climate change
The region, which includes 16 countries, is one of the most severely affected by global climate change.
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Malawi launches app to identify plant diseases
The App allows farmers in Malawi to rapidly identify diseases in plants with only a smartphone camera, redefining access to agricultural expertise.
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South Korean tech companies to set up operations in Kenya
Kenya has joined forces with South Korea to establish an electronic and information technology manufacturing support facility.
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Cameroon races to fix a payroll glitch
The government is rushing to resolve this issue and pay supplemental salary by October 1, 2024.
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Nigeria criminalises destruction of telecom infrastructure
ICT industry leaders had been asking for tougher regulations to protect the ICT sector and declare telecom infrastructure as critical national assets.
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Suspected Chinese hackers target Kenyan agencies
Recorded Future, a cybersecurity intelligence business, released its analysis today, revealing that RedJulliett attacks occurred between November 2023 and April 2024.
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Kenya allocates $125.3 million for ICT projects
The government says it will support initiatives such as the development of the digital superhighway for job creation.
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Africa’s rail transport set for digital upgrade
This week, experts from the rail sector highlighted how digital technology can improve safety, profitability, and customer experience.
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Togo unveils five-year cyber security master plan
Officials said the National Cybersecurity Strategy will allow the government to properly deal with major threats.
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Cameroon hires biometric firm AUGENTIC to issue ID cards
The company will finance, design, develop, install, and operate the identification system in Cameroon for the next 15 years.
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ActivSpaces scouts for Cameroonian IT talent
The 'Makerspace Mobile' initiative, which is primarily backed by the French Institute of Cameroon and Ascent Media, began recently in the economic hub of Douala.