Nokia has announced a strategic partnership with iSAT Africa to enhance rural connectivity in Liberia, aiming to bridge the digital divide and provide reliable, affordable network access to underserved communities. This significant deployment will span three years and cover approximately 200 sites across rural Liberia, underscoring Nokia’s commitment to improving connectivity in remote areas.
The United Kingdom has announced a significant investment of up to £1.9 million to bolster science, technology, and innovation in Ghana and Nigeria through its West Africa Research and Innovation Hub. This funding initiative, known as the Sankore project, is set to enhance the commercialization of innovative solutions, strengthen innovation policies, and improve government digital services in these key West African nations.
Acer Africa has announced a strategic partnership with Syntech Distribution to expand its reach across the continent, with a focus on Google Chromebooks. This partnership will enable Acer to enhance its collaboration with educational partners, especially in the deployment of Google for Education solutions, while Syntech will distribute Acer’s entire line of commercial products.
The GSMA Mobile World Congress (MWC), Africa’s largest connectivity event, is set to return to Rwanda from October 29-31. This event will bring together key innovators, political leaders, and industry experts from across the continent, united by a shared goal of driving the digital economy and advancing socioeconomic development in Africa.
iLabAfrica, in partnership with Okki Solutions International GmbH, has launched a sector-specific bridging program designed to address the skills gap in the tech industry. The partnership between iLabAfrica and Okki Solutions International GmbH represents a significant step in bridging the skills gap within the tech industry. Through their sector-specific bridging program, they aim to empower…
The Nigerian Institute of Social and Economic Research (NISER) has announced a strategic partnership with Japan-based blockchain company Soramitsu to advance blockchain technology research and application in Nigeria. This collaboration is set to enhance blockchain capacity, promote innovative projects, and address Nigeria’s financial and economic challenges through the use of blockchain technology.
Nigeria’s National Centre for Artificial Intelligence and Robotics (NCAIR) has launched a transformative $100 million fund to support start-ups developing artificial intelligence (AI) solutions within the country. Announced in partnership with Google at the U.S.-Nigeria Global Inclusivity and AI: Africa conference, this initiative represents a significant investment in Nigeria’s digital economy.
Liquid Intelligent Technologies has completed a significant upgrade to its 1,300-kilometer fibre route, enhancing the connectivity between Mombasa on Kenya’s east coast and Busia on the Ugandan border. This expansion is set to substantially increase the region’s multi-terabit capacity and resilience, playing a crucial role in the area’s digital transformation.
