May 24
Kenya: Safaricom 5G Customers to Enjoy 1 Month Free Internet
Capital FM
Safaricom 5G users will enjoy free internet services for one month starting this month. Read more »
May 23
Sudan: Communication Problems in Darfur As Clashes Continue
Dabanga
EL GENEINA / ZALINGEI / NYALA - May 23, 2023 Read more »
Ghana: HID Brings Industry-Leading Digital Identity Solutions to Id4africa
Ghanaian Times
HID, a global leader in trusted identity solutions, will be at ID4Africa, Booth #H2-45 to demonstrate the latest innovations in document design, biometric technologies and secure… Read more »
May 22
Rwanda: Is the Creator Economy the Future of Rwanda's Job Market?
New Times
For many, social media serves as a versatile tool, acting as a hub where they commence and conclude their day by engaging with various platforms. It has become a space where people… Read more »
Kenya: DPP Launches Web System for Kenyans to Request Case Reviews
Capital FM
Director of Public Prosecutions Noordin Haji has launched a digital platform for Kenyans to raise complaints and request case reviews online. Read more »
May 20
Kenya: Communications Authority Warns Kenyans on Return of Mobile Phone Scammers
Capital FM
The communications Authority of Kenya (CA) now says it has received confirmed reports of the return of the infamous 'Wangiri' phone scam. Read more »
May 18
Kenya: Kenya to Unveil 1 Million Locally Made Smartphones in July
Capital FM
Kenya will unveil its first locally made smartphones in the next two months as the government seeks to increase internet-enabled mobile phone penetration in the country. Read more »
Uganda: Government Hails Telecom Companies for Driving Uganda's Digital Revolution
Independent (Kampala)
The Minister for Information Communication Technology (ICT) and National Guidance, Dr Chris Baryomunsi has hailed the role played by telecom companies in driving Uganda's digital… Read more »
Uganda: Medical Insurance Goes Cardless As Smart Launches Mobile App to Enhance Healthcare Administration
Nile Post
Smart Applications International Ltd, a leading ICT and biometric giant, has launched a virtual mode of medical access to enhance provider transparency in healthcare… Read more »
Malawi: 2023 ICT Expo Opens With a Call to Learn, Connect, Embrace Digital Technology
Nyasa Times
The 2023 International ICT Expo has opened in Lilongwe with a call to Malawians to learn, connect and embrace the power of digital technology to build a more resilient and… Read more »
Nigeria: New Operational Technology Threat Puts Organisations At High Risk - Report
This Day
Microsoft, on Tuesday, released its latest Cyber Signals Report at a virtual press conference, where it exposed how a new cyber threat is putting organisations and technology teams… Read more »
May 17
Gambia: IFG Hosts Second National Internet Governance Forum
The Point
The Gambia Internet Governance Forum (IGF) recently convened the second edition of the National Internet Governance Forum at a ceremony held at the Sir Dawda Kairaba Jawara… Read more »
Kenya: Liquid Connects Mombasa to Joburg With First Land Fibre Cable
Capital FM
Liquid Dataport, a business of pan-African technology group Cassava Technologies, has connected Mombasa to Johannesburg with the first terrestrial fibre optic cable. Read more »
Uganda: Uganda Hosts 2023 Sustainable Digital Transformation Week
Nile Post
The Minister for Information, Communication Technology and National Guidance Dr. Chris Baryomunsi says fronting technology in all activities of government institutions like… Read more »
Uganda: Airtel Uganda Rebrands
Nile Post
Telecom giants, Airtel Uganda have rebranded their strapline from "the smartphone network" to "a reason to imagine" to kick-start a campaign to energize young people towards… Read more »
Rwanda: Kagame Hosts Global Internet Firm Boss
New Times
President Paul Kagame on Tuesday, May 17, received in his office Bill Woodcock, the Executive Director of Packet Clearing House (PCH), in a meeting that attracted discussions… Read more »
Kenya: Kenya to Host Network of Africa Data Protection Authorities Summit
Capital FM
Kenya has been voted to host the next Network of Africa Data Protection Authorities (NADPA) general assembly slotted for next year in a meeting held in Burkina Faso. Read more »
May 16
Africa: Are Countries Ready for AI? How They Can Ensure Ethical & Responsible Adoption [opinion]
IPS
By Yasmine Hamdar, Keyzom Ngodun Massally and Gayan Peiris Read more »
Uganda: Posting Potholes On Social Media Will Not Make Us Lose Sleep - Government
Nile Post
The Minister of ICT, Information and National Guidance Chris Baryomunsi has said that the government is not bothered by a section of Ugandans who have created a trend of posting… Read more »
May 15
Nigeria: Data Encryption From Ransomware Reaches Highest Level in 4 Years - Report
This Day
Sophos, a global leader in innovation and delivery of cybersecurity-as-a-service, has released its annual report tagged, "State of Ransomware 2023," which revealed that hackers… Read more »
May 14
Uganda: Uganda's Digital Service Tax Proposal
Nile Post
Uganda, like many other developing countries, is facing the challenge of ensuring that digital businesses operating within its borders contribute their fair share of taxes to the… Read more »
Africa: Social Media Mobile Phone Data in Disaster Management and Implications For Vulnerable Populations [opinion]
IPS
By Hannah Tuckman with the UNC Water Institute and the Disaster Risk Reduction and Resilience Belmont Forum funded project Read more »
Ethiopia: New Technologies Displayed At Exhibition Help Expedite Dev't of Agriculture Sector - Participants
ENA
:-New technological of agriculture and science exhibition at Science Museum accelerates development of the agricultural sector, participants who showcased their products said. Read more »
May 13
Tanzania: Tanzania Shines Globally Over ICT Use in Government
Daily News
A NEW report by the World Bank (WB) has listed Tanzania as among countries in the globe with effective use of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in delivering public… Read more »
Kenya: Safaricom's Ethiopian Venture Records Loss, Management Eyes Fresh Capital
Reporter
Safaricom's parent company is feeling the effects of its startup investment and operational costs in Ethiopia, seven months after its successful launch. The costs are negatively… Read more »