The Global Africa Business Initiative (GABI) has unveiled its lineup and programme for the annual two-day event scheduled for September 25-26 in New York, held on the margins of the UN General Assembly. This year’s event, themed “Unstoppable Africa: The Solution for a Global Future,” aims to spotlight Africa’s pivotal role in shaping global business solutions alongside the Summit of the Future.
The soaring demand for data storage and processing capabilities is placing immense pressure on existing infrastructure. This rapid growth, fueled by advancements in AI, quantum computing, and 5G, presents both significant opportunities and challenges for the data centre industry.
On Monday, NCBA hosted a pivotal forum for its SACCO Banking Division customers at the Serena Hotel in Nairobi, focusing on fortifying defenses against the growing threat of cyber-attacks. The event brought together key stakeholders to address the significant cybersecurity challenges faced by SACCOs in the digital age.
NCBA Bank has announced a substantial investment of nearly $31 million in 2023 to bolster its cybersecurity infrastructure. This significant expenditure underscores the bank’s dedication to safeguarding its digital assets and protecting customer data amid the escalating threat of cyberattacks.
The Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC) has successfully onboarded Syokinet Solutions, an internet service provider (ISP), into its Mombasa-Nairobi fiber optic cable network. This integration marks a significant enhancement in Kenya’s digital infrastructure, providing robust and high-speed gigabit internet connectivity to homes, businesses, and community networks in both cities.
On Monday, Kenya urged East African governments to significantly increase investments in national cybersecurity strategies to protect savings and credit cooperatives (SACCOs) from rising cyber threats. The call highlights the critical need for robust cybersecurity measures to safeguard these essential financial institutions.
Seacom, a leading Africa-focused telecoms and managed services provider, is making strides in empowering small, medium, and micro enterprises (SMMEs) within South Africa’s ICT sector. With its extensive undersea cable network and fibre grid spanning eight countries, Seacom is uniquely positioned to offer enhanced digital connectivity and services to its clients.
MTN Zambia has made a significant contribution to digital education by donating 50 internet dongles to the University of Zambia. These “Ka Kakonek” dongles, equipped with 4G connectivity, are designed to support students facing challenges with inconsistent or limited internet access, thus enhancing their ability to engage with digital learning resources.
