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Who is Solly Malatsi, South Africa’s new tech minister?
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has selected Solly Malatsi, a prominent figure from the opposition Democratic…
JournalismAI Academy 2024: Applications Open for Small Newsrooms in Africa
In 2024, the JournalismAI Academy is focusing on journalists working in small newsrooms in Sub-Saharan Africa.…
Generative AI in Africa: Slower Adoption but High Expectations for Business Transformation
A recent report reveals that businesses in Sub-Saharan Africa are less likely to have integrated generative…
Orange Contemplates Divesting 40% Stake in Mauritius Telecom
Orange SA, the prominent telecommunications company, is exploring the sale of its 40% stake in Mauritius…
The Next Wave: Edtech Accelerators Shaping the Future of Work in Africa
Africa is poised to become a dominant force in the global workforce, with the United Nations…
Nigeria’s Immigration Service Upgrades Security with Advanced Traveler Screening Technology
Nigeria has deployed a new technological system called Advance Passenger Information (API) and Passenger Name Record…
Côte d’Ivoire: Wizall Money Unveils “Carte Bleue Wizall Money” Prepaid Card
Wizall Money, a subsidiary of the pan-African Banque Centrale Populaire (BCP) Group, strengthens its commitment to…
Mauritius Telecom Expands 5G Nationwide
Mauritius Telecom (MT), the state-owned telecommunications operator in Mauritius, announced on Tuesday, June 18th, the nationwide…
Kenya’s ICT Sector Receives $125.3 Million Boost in 2024/2025 Budget
Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) are a core pillar in the Kenyan government’s strategy for socioeconomic…
2Africa Cable’s First Phase Goes Live: A Boost for African Connectivity
The era of poor internet connectivity in Africa may be drawing to a close with the…