Africa readies remedy to transform pharmaceutical industry
“Africa can no longer outsource its healthcare security to the benevolence of others” said African Development Bank Group (AfDB) President, Dr Akinwumi Adesina.
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Fintech firm Lipa Later announces six months paid maternity leave
Company says move is part of campaign to create more inclusive and gender-balanced workplace.
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Five African countries picked as early beneficiaries of mRNA tech transfer
World Health Organisation confirms recipients at a press conference on the sidelines of the AU-EU Summit.
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MTN adds vaccine equity to list of Africa targets
Operator joins WHO, Africa CDC in calls for COVID-19 vaccine equity for developing markets.
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Facebook to address child sexual exploitation-encryption concerns
The social media giant’s shareholders will vote on public concerns raised about how end-to-end encryption could promote child abuse on the platform.
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Big data's role in Africa's fight against malaria
Newly launched data visualisation tool to be deployed in Zambia, Senegal and Ethiopia.
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Where to deploy masts? Nigeria's telcos may have to rethink strategy
Lawmakers tackle the issue of healthcare concerns and telecom infrastructure positioning.
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ICT alliance pushing broadband to help combat Ebola
Ebola Response Connectivity Initiative focused on broadband connectivity services to NGO, logistic hubs.
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Smartphones to help fight Ebola in Liberia
Ericsson to issue health workers in Liberia with smartphones to help combat Ebola.
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AMPION startup bus tackles Ebola in West Africa
Entrepreneurs and experts building mobile apps to fight off the virus.