Intel Corporation announced the winners of its 2024 Community Reach Program on Wednesday. This program supports innovative African projects that aim to improve lives in underserved communities.  Robert Noyce and Gordon Moore founded Intel in 1968, and the company has a long history of utilising technology for the greater good. Read also: AfDB and Intel […]

The Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy (FMCIDE) in Nigeria has been awarded a grant by the U.S. Trade and Development Agency on Monday to conduct a feasibility study on the possibility of providing internet access to 12 million people by installing new fibre optic backbone infrastructure throughout the nation. HIP Consult Inc., […]

The African Development Bank (AfDB) has approved a loan of €8.51 million ($8.7 million) to support Senegal’s “Programme to Promote Efficient Lighting Lamps” (PPLEEF), an innovative initiative designed to transform energy consumption across the country. The project funding, which was announced on Monday January 13 on AfDB’s website,  represents the AfDB’s first fully demand-side energy […]

Dr Bosun Tijani, Nigeria’s Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment announced on Monday the launch of Technology Export and Digital Trade Desk. This is a major step in the country’s efforts to strengthen the technology sector’s economic contribution to Nigeria. The Minister noted […]

The burgeoning tourism sector in Morocco, poised to become Africa’s most visited destination, is spurring a parallel rise in its tech infrastructure. As tourist numbers soar, the monarchy is investing in a network of “Technoparks” designed to stimulate innovation and support the growth of digital businesses. Nearly 16 million tourists had visited Morocco by November […]

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Qatar are exploring ways to strengthen their bilateral cooperation in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and other sectors. On Sunday, January 5, Congolese President Félix Tshisekedi visited Qatar and held talks with Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the Emir of Qatar, to discuss areas of potential collaboration. […]

A group from the Electronic Government Division (also known as Smart Zambia), under the direction of Francis Sangal Hachoombwa, is working on a thorough digital upgrade in the province of Muchinga this week. The project intends to increase the effectiveness of regional computer systems and the province’s online visibility. This was announced by Smart Zambia […]

Mauritania has taken a bold step toward modernising its travel and immigration systems with the launch of its electronic visa (e-Visa) platform, effective January 5, 2025. The fully digital system replaces traditional sticker visas and on-arrival visa services, offering international visitors a streamlined and efficient application process. The e-Visa initiative, introduced by the National Agency […]

The Women Farmers Advancement Network (WOFAN) on Saturday announced that it has empowered over 680,000 community partners across nine states in Nigeria within just two years.  Founded by Hajia Dr. Salamatu Garba in 1993, WOFAN has focused on transforming the lives of rural women and youth through innovative technology and sustainable agricultural practices. Read also: […]

Zambia is about to accomplish a noteworthy milestone by utilising the Modular Open-Source Identity Platform (MOSIP) framework to introduce an open-source Electronic Know-your-customer (eKYC) system. This was announced by SMART Zambia Institute on Friday. The nation’s digital transformation journey has reached a major turning point because of tenacity, local leadership, and strategic alliances. Read also: […]

In a major boost to Zambia’s digital transformation agenda, Paison Chikoye, Acting Assistant Director of Networks at the Electronic Government Division (SMART Zambia Institute), announced on Thursday that in 2025, SmartCare Pro will be rolled out in addition to the Government Wide Area Network (GWAN) deployment. Chikoye pointed out that despite the difficulties caused by […]

Safaricom Ethiopia has partnered with Lersha, a digital platform for smallholder and commercial farmers in Ethiopia, Hibret Bank, a financial services provider, and the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), to offer innovative solutions to the agricultural sector in the South Sidama region of Ethiopia. The announcement was made by the telecom behemoth on its LinkedIn […]

President Bola Tinubu announced on Wednesday that Nigeria will establish a National Credit Guarantee Company in May to improve financing options for consumers and businesses. This initiative is part of Tinubu’s economic reform plan, which he highlighted during his New Year message, aiming to increase access to finance and drive economic growth. Read also: Nigerian […]

On December 25, 2024, Algeria’s High Commissioner for Digitisation, Meriem Benmouloud, unveiled an ambitious plan to implement over 500 digital projects by 2026.  This initiative is designed to enhance public services and streamline government operations, signalling a transformative shift towards a more digital economy. Read also: Algérie Télécom set to launch Africa’s first 1.2 Gbps […]

MTN Nigeria Communications PLC (MTN Nigeria) has officially announced its plan to issue up to N50 billion in Series 15 and 16 Commercial Papers under its N250 billion Commercial Paper Issuance Program. The company disclosed this on Monday to the Nigerian Exchange Limited and the investing public. Following FX pressure that reduced its shareholders’ money […]

Global pioneers in technology and digital inclusion, Ericsson and AXIAN Telecom, have teamed up to use the Ericsson Educate platform to digitally upskill African youths in areas like 5G, AI, and the Internet of Things (IoT). According to a statement released on Wednesday, the partnership demonstrates both Groups’ longstanding dedication to digital inclusion with Ericsson’s […]

Vertiv, a leading company in critical digital infrastructure, received two significant awards at the Africa Digital Economy Awards held in Nairobi, Kenya on December 13. The company was recognised as the AI-Ready Infrastructure Solutions Provider of the Year for its new Vertiv™ MegaMod™ CoolChip technology. This technology helps improve cooling efficiency in data centres, which […]

Zinari Fund announced today that it will support Ghanaian female entrepreneurs. The fund raised $8 million in its inaugural close to help regional women-led enterprises. This initiative promotes gender equality and innovation in African entrepreneurship beyond finance. Read also: ECA advocates for technology-driven higher education for Africa’s sustainable development A new era for female entrepreneurs […]

MTN South Africa has opened its cutting-edge Digital Experience Centre in Morningside, Johannesburg. For high-tech, experience-driven retail spaces, the facility establishes a new standard for the nation. “The MTN Digital Experience Centre embodies our commitment to staying ahead of global trends while meeting the evolving needs of our customers,” said Mmenyana Ranku, General Manager: Branded […]

The Jigjiga City Administration and Ethio Telecom on Saturday signed an agreement to carry out the Smart City project, the capital of Ethiopia’s Somali Region sometimes referred to as Somalie or Khatumo. Enormous benefits of the Smart City project  The agreement will improve industries like education, healthcare, agriculture, transportation, and tourism through the construction of […]