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.
Zambia has embarked on a significant initiative to enhance its healthcare system by implementing Digital Health Systems in hospitals nationwide. This groundbreaking project aims to digitize health services, improve drug availability, and ensure that healthcare facilities can offer efficient and effective care through modern technology.
The HMD Barbie phone has officially arrived, marking an exciting collaboration between HMD and Mattel. This retro flip phone is designed to offer a nostalgic touch while catering to those seeking a digital detox from their smartphones. The Barbie flip phone stands out with its straightforward functionality, limited to calls and texts, making it an ideal choice for users wanting a break from app overload.
This week’s AfricArena Nairobi Climate Tech Summit celebrated the success of six innovative African start-ups that emerged victorious from rigorous pitching battles. The summit, a key event in the continent’s green economy calendar, showcased the potential of African technology in addressing environmental challenges.
Google is partnering with the Zambian government to launch an Artificial Intelligence Centre of Excellence at the University of Zambia, marking a major step forward in the country’s technology landscape. This initiative aims to equip young innovators with the skills and resources needed to tackle local societal challenges through AI-driven solutions. The collaboration was officially announced by the Zambian Ministry of Technology and Science.
Huawei has announced plans to expand its cloud data centre footprint in Africa, targeting East and West Africa as the next regions for development. This expansion will complement the existing data centres in the northern and southern parts of the continent, further enhancing Huawei’s presence in the African market.
