ICT

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
0:50
31 Oct

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.
1:50
25 Oct

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.
2:00
Oct 16, 2024

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.
0:50
Sep 27, 2024

Cameroon races to fix a payroll glitch

The government is rushing to resolve this issue and pay supplemental salary by October 1, 2024.
1:20
Aug 23, 2024

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.
1:00
Jun 24, 2024

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.
1:30
Jun 14, 2024

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.
1:30
May 31, 2024

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.
1:20
May 28, 2024

Togo unveils five-year cyber security master plan

Officials said the National Cybersecurity Strategy will allow the government to properly deal with major threats.
1:10
May 14, 2024

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.
1:20
Apr 18, 2024

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.