Zimbabwe Plans to Deploy Digital Ambassadors

Zimbabwe is taking a proactive step towards enhancing digital literacy with the launch of a Digital Ambassadors program, aimed at fostering tech understanding across communities. Tatenda Mavetera, Zimbabwe’s minister of information communication technology, postal and courier services (ICTPCS), unveiled this initiative during a recent International Computer Driving Licence (ICDL) certification event for school teachers. The minister commended the Computer Society of Zimbabwe for its role in hosting the forum, emphasizing the government’s support for public-private partnerships in advancing digital education.

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Somali Bank Teams Up with Visa for Card Introduction

Salaam Somali Bank, Somalia’s largest financial institution, has partnered with Visa to introduce Visa Debit and Visa Prepaid cards nationwide, marking a significant advancement in digital payment capabilities across the country. This collaboration aims to enhance the speed, efficiency, and security of transactions, benefiting both consumers and businesses in Somalia.

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Zambia Promotes Starlink for Advancing Healthcare Digitalization

Zambia is leveraging Starlink’s presence to revolutionize its healthcare system, aiming for enhanced service delivery and efficiency, as per Felix Mutati, the Minister of Science and Technology. With Starlink’s satellite internet, the country has transformed 95 post offices into ‘Digital Transformation Centres’, providing free online access to over 300 government services. The goal is to connect all 106 post offices to Starlink, ensuring widespread digital accessibility across Zambia.

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Vodacom Tanzania Announces Winners of Digital Accelerator 2024

Three Tanzanian startups have emerged victorious in the Vodacom Digital Accelerator Program 2024, demonstrating their potential to become revenue-generating businesses. AltituteX, represented by Frank Mussa, Afya Lead Co-Founder, and Lusekelo Nkuwi from GO GO App, have been recognized for their innovative contributions to Tanzania’s startup ecosystem. Established by Vodacom Tanzania in 2019, the Vodacom Digital Accelerator Program aims to nurture early-stage and growth-stage startups, providing them with essential support to thrive in the competitive digital landscape.

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YSK Launches 7th Exhibition Featuring 1,780 Projects

Young Scientists Kenya (YSK) has launched its 7th edition of the National Science and Technology Annual Exhibition 2024, receiving an impressive 1,780 project abstracts focused on addressing climate change issues. Ben Roberts, Chairman of the YSK committee and Group Chief Technology and Innovation Officer at Liquid Intelligent Technologies, highlighted a significant 138 percent increase in submissions compared to last year, underscoring growing interest and commitment to STEM education in Kenya.

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