Gabon Delegation Explores Rwanda’s Digital Transformation and E-Government Systems

A delegation from Gabon’s Ministry of Interior, Security and Decentralisation has concluded a nearly two-week immersion programme in Rwanda, examining the country’s approach to digital transformation and the use of technology in public administration and service delivery. During the programme, the Gabonese officials explored Rwanda’s experience in e-governance, artificial intelligence and the development of national…

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TRANSCO Launches QR Code E-Ticketing to Modernise Public Transport in DR Congo

The Transport Company of the Democratic Republic of Congo (TRANSCO) has launched the pilot phase of an electronic ticketing system featuring secure digital tickets and QR codes, marking a new step in the company’s efforts to modernise operations and improve revenue management. The pilot programme was officially launched on August 31, 2026, in Masina’s Quartier…

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CRAN and NORED Sign MoU to Boost Rural Connectivity in Namibia

The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) and NORED Electricity (Pty) Ltd have signed a five-year Memorandum of Understanding aimed at strengthening cooperation in support of digital transformation, rural connectivity and socio-economic development across Namibia. Signed on August 25, 2026, in Ondangwa, the non-binding agreement establishes a framework for collaboration in areas including information and…

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Ghana’s NCA Receives Four Applications for 5G Spectrum Licences

Ghana’s National Communications Authority (NCA) has closed applications for spectrum licences in the 700MHz, 2.3GHz and 3GHz mid-bands, which are intended to support mobile broadband services, including 5G. The application deadline ended at 5:00 p.m., with the NCA receiving four applications for the available spectrum licences. Following the close of submissions, the authority opened Envelope…

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Airtel Africa Foundation Awards Tech Scholarships to 25 Young Malawians

The Airtel Africa Foundation has selected the first cohort of 25 young Malawians for the Airtel Nzeru Fund Tech Scholarship, supporting students pursuing science and technology-related studies at the Malawi University of Science and Technology. The scholarship recipients come from 17 districts across Malawi and will study fields including Sustainable Energy Engineering, Computer Systems, Cyber…

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Cybastion Plans $75M AI-Powered Data Centre and Power Plant in Cameroon

Cybastion has announced plans to invest $75 million in an artificial intelligence-powered data centre and power plant in Cameroon, as the U.S.-based technology company expands its digital infrastructure projects across Africa. The planned investment was announced by the U.S. Embassy in Cameroon on August 27 during the inaugural U.S.-Cameroon Bilateral Economic and Commercial Dialogue held…

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Senegal and Gambia Strengthen Cooperation on Connectivity and Cybersecurity

Senegal and The Gambia are moving to strengthen bilateral digital cooperation following a working visit by Senegal’s Minister of Telecommunications and Digital Affairs, Samba Diouf, to Banjul. The visit focused on operationalising a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between the two countries covering telecommunications and digital development. Discussions with Gambian officials and technical teams reviewed…

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