ICT

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.
Amindeh Blaise Atabong
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Post-war Ethiopia prioritises ICT infrastructure renewal

The destruction of technology systems caused major interruptions in the healthcare, preventing the timely reporting of crucial data.
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More problems for unregistered Namibia telecom customers

The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia said mobile operators have so far suspended around 519 000 unregistered cards.
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Mar 14, 2024

Malawi recovers 'hijacked' passport system following cyber-attack

The system was hacked by unknown ‘mercenaries' who wanted a ransom, constituting a ‘major violation in Malawi's national security,' according to the president.
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Feb 27, 2024

Cameroon tipped as digital hub for Central Africa

Cameroon, with relatively advanced digital infrastructure when compared to regional peers, is the favorite tech hub host, according to Nigerian based think tank.
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Feb 27, 2024

Experts offer Malawi govt help to fight hackers

President Lazarus Chakwera announced last week that hackers had taken control of the country's passport printing machinery, demanding an undisclosed payment.
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Dec 13, 2023

Rwanda installs solar-powered internet in schools

The programme will make use of Ignite Power's new LinX device, which features solar-powered satellite terminals.
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Dec 5, 2023

Zimbabwe sets aside $9.7 billion for ICT

Zimbabwe has dedicated approximately $9.7 billion to ICT priorities such as infrastructure and the digitally connected economy.
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Dec 1, 2023

Nigeria's ICT sector losing investment

Nigeria's information and communication technology sector, which has fueled economic development for more than five years, is slowing.
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Huawei launches a skills transfer project in Botswana

Huawei promises to help universities provide trained workers to fulfil industrial demands while also advancing digital transformation.
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Oct 25, 2023

Huawei assists Zimbabwe ICT undergraduates

50 undergraduate Zimbabwean university students studying ICT will receive virtual technology training in November.
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Oct 13, 2023

Nigeria firm Uniccon Group introduces digital literacy apps

The apps have translation services from source to target languages like English, Pidgin English, Hausa, Igbo, Yoruba, French, Swahili, and Arabic.