Liberia and Sierra Leone Strengthen E-Governance Cooperation

Liberia is strengthening regional cooperation on digital transformation and public-sector governance through engagements involving the Liberia Telecommunications Authority (LTA), Sierra Leone’s National Public Procurement Authority (NPPA) and Liberia’s Public Procurement and Concessions Commission (PPCC). The discussions focused on how digital transformation can improve the efficiency, transparency and accountability of public institutions, while strengthening cooperation between…

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Zanaco and Smart Zambia Strengthen Partnership for Digital Transformation

Zambia is strengthening collaboration between government and the private sector as it advances its digital transformation agenda. Zambia National Commercial Bank (Zanaco) and Smart Zambia Institute held a strategic engagement on 10 August 2026 focused on strengthening cooperation around digital infrastructure, innovation and inclusive access to technology. The Zanaco delegation was led by CEO Mukwandi…

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Malawi Boosts Lilongwe Connectivity with Expanded 4G LTE Coverage.

Converged Technology Networks (CTN) has expanded its 4G LTE fixed wireless coverage to additional neighbourhoods in Lilongwe, Malawi, through a partnership with unconnected.org and the Internet Society. The expansion is aimed at improving broadband access in Malawi’s capital, particularly in communities that have historically faced limited connectivity. CTN provides 4G/LTE broadband and fixed wireless services…

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Egypt Advances Government Services Card to Expand Digital Public Services

Egypt is advancing the development of its Government Services Card as authorities work to accelerate digital transformation and improve access to public services. Minister of Supply and Internal Trade Sherif Farouk and Minister of Communications and Information Technology Raafat Hendy reviewed the latest technical and operational developments of the system, including integration and data-sharing mechanisms…

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Algeria Advances National AI Strategy Through Inter-Ministerial Roadmap

Algeria has begun implementing its national artificial intelligence strategy following the first coordination meeting between representatives of government ministries and national institutions. The meeting, held on August 5, 2026, was chaired by Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research Kamel Baddari and focused on establishing strategic priorities and a joint roadmap for expanding the use…

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