The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), in collaboration with the Association of Licensed Telecommunications Operators of Nigeria (ALTON), has launched the Zero Rated Data Access to Approved Educational Platforms and Content Initiative, providing eligible learners with free daily data to access designated educational resources. Under the Operator-Sponsored Model, eligible users will receive up to 100MB of…
Nigeria has begun efforts to integrate its new National Digital Alphanumeric Postcode System into everyday digital services, with the government calling on businesses, developers and innovators to build applications around the system. Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr. ‘Bosun Tijani, said the launch of the national postcode system is the first step, with…
Gabon has begun validating draft legal texts aimed at strengthening the regulatory framework supporting the country’s digital transformation. The validation process started on October 1, 2026, in Nkok and is expected to run for approximately ten days. It brings together stakeholders from relevant sectoral administrations to review and consolidate proposals before they are submitted to…
Ghana introduces centralised technical review for government AI systems Ghana is set to introduce a centralised technical review process for artificial intelligence systems acquired by the public sector as part of efforts to strengthen oversight of government AI deployments. The Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Samuel Nartey George, announced the measure while speaking…
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has officially launched National Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2026 under the theme “Together for a Safer Cyberspace.” The month-long campaign calls for shared responsibility for digital safety, with NITDA stressing that cybersecurity is no longer solely the responsibility of IT professionals, government agencies or security experts. Citizens, businesses and…
MTN Zambia has launched Sign Language Interpreter Videos at its Levy Mall Service Centre as part of efforts to improve accessibility and inclusion for customers who are deaf or hard of hearing. The launch was attended by representatives from the Zambia Information and Communications Technology Authority (ZICTA), the Zambia Agency for Persons with Disabilities (ZAPD),…
Airtel Nigeria has completed the latest phase of its School Adoption Programme with a handover ceremony at St. George’s Primary School in Ipaja, Lagos. The school was among 10 Airtel-adopted schools that received infrastructure upgrades under the programme. The projects included renovated classrooms, improved water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) facilities, as well as new solar-powered…
e& Egypt has announced a collaboration with Intel under the AI for Citizens initiative, a national digital literacy programme implemented by Intel in partnership with Egypt’s Ministry of Communications and Information Technology. The programme is designed to introduce non-technical citizens to the fundamentals of artificial intelligence in both Arabic and English. e& Egypt will serve…
