Nokia has launched Mobile Core Early Access, a live hosted environment designed to give telecommunications providers and enterprises practical access to the software powering advanced mobile connectivity in the AI era. Available globally, the initiative aims to shorten the journey from technology awareness to informed planning, validation and adoption by allowing organisations to experience emerging…
Ghana’s government has partnered with 11 leading universities to integrate certifications from the One Million Coders Programme (OMCP) into existing degree and diploma programmes as part of efforts to strengthen digital skills development. The initiative is designed to narrow the gap between traditional academic education and the practical technology skills increasingly demanded by employers, giving…
M-PESA Ethiopia has expanded its cardless ATM cash withdrawal service through a new partnership with Awash Bank, giving customers broader access to cash withdrawals without requiring a physical bank card. Under the partnership, M-PESA customers can withdraw cash directly from supported Awash Bank ATMs using the M-PESA App. The service is designed to provide greater…
Zamtel has reaffirmed its commitment to youth innovation, STEM education and technology development in Zambia through its participation in the 2026 JETS and TETS Fair at the National Science Centre. Held under the theme, “Promoting Innovation and Competence Development in STEM Education,” the fair has brought together about 400 young innovators from all 10 provinces…
Egypt is set to expand its data centre and artificial intelligence infrastructure through new strategic partnerships involving Vodafone Business, Elsewedy Electric and Cassava Technologies. Announced in Cairo on September 8, 2026, the partnerships are expected to strengthen Egypt’s capacity to host and process data locally while supporting the country’s ambition to become a regional hub…
The Uganda Institute of Information and Communications Technology (UICT) has participated in the 3rd National ICT Summit, which brought together stakeholders to explore how artificial intelligence, digital infrastructure and innovation can support Uganda’s ambition of achieving 10X economic growth and building a USD 500 billion economy. Organised by the ICT Association of Uganda, the summit…
South Africa is pursuing a range of strategic initiatives to strengthen its position in global connectivity while expanding access to digital skills, infrastructure and economic opportunities, according to Communications and Digital Technologies Minister Solly Malatsi. As part of efforts to use digital skills to address gender-based violence (GBV), Malatsi addressed more than 100 women from…
MTN Uganda, in partnership with WWF Uganda, has launched the second season of PachiPanda, an initiative supporting young Ugandans developing technology-driven solutions to environmental challenges. The programme, themed “Nature Meets Innovation: Unlocking Africa’s Green Economy,” targets innovators aged 18 to 35 with practical and scalable solutions that can advance environmental conservation while creating businesses, jobs…
