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TIA, MICT SETA unite to boost South Africa’s digital skills

The partnership, according to the organisations, reflect an inclusive approach to skills development, recognising the need for equity and access in the innovation ecosystem.
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Zambia tests smart office for health ministry

The move will be game changer for the ministry, which handles huge volumes of data, while also saving the government millions of dollars on stationery expenses.
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UNPD works with China to build innovation hub for Africa

The hub will act as a collaborative platform for co-creating digital solutions, strengthening institutional and human capacity, and promoting South-South collaboration.
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20 Jun

MTN backs Africa's journey towards digital self-determination

Africa's largest telco collaborated with Chenosis and Bayobab to hold a four-day TM Forum Open API Spec Jam, aiming to promote digital self-determination across the continent.
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Nigeria, Japanese consortium to establish a $51.2m start-up hub

The project consists of two main parts.  The first phase is valued $11.2 million, and the second phase is worth $40 million.
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18 Jun

New solution unlocks financial access for millions in SA

The TransUnion Telco Data Score is redefining how lenders perceive financial stability. By analysing mobile usage data, the system offers millions previously shut out of formal finance a chance at building credit.
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Cassava Tech, Vambo accelerate African AI solutions

Cassava Technologies and Vambo AI are working together to launch new African-led AI models, showcasing local expertise and capabilities.
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12 Jun

Orange, risingSUD forge new gateway for African start-ups in Europe

Orange Middle East and Africa teams up with risingSUD to fast-track African and Middle Eastern start-ups into Europe’s innovation ecosystem.
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MTN Rwanda launches 5G sites across Kigali

The telco launched 5G sites around Kigali, marking a significant step in the country's digital transformation.
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6 Jun

Nigeria broadens digital trade through Itana alliance

The partnership sees the government offer its support and resources to leverage the potential of digital free zones to create 100,000 high-value jobs over the next five years.
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Bill Gates backs Africa’s AI future, pledges most of fortune to continent

Following his bold commitment to donate 99% of his $200 billion fortune to Africa, Bill Gates has established a major AI hub in Nigeria.