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Microsoft Appoints Awosika, Nigerian ICT Expert, MD Africa Transformation Office

The global tech giant, Microsoft has appointed Nigerian information and communication technology (ICT) guru, Kunle Awosika as the managing director of the Africa Transformation Office (ATO). The Africa Transformation Office.

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WorldRemit Partners Hello Paisa to Provide Easy Money Transfers In Zimbabwe

One of the leading international digital remittance companies, WorldRemit and Hello Paisa have announced a partnership that enables Zimbabweans to collect remittances in US dollars at over 120 Hello Paisa.

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Japan Awards Scholarship to African Students

The Japan Africa Dream Scholarship program has awarded two-year scholarships to high-achieving African students to pursue post-graduate studies in priority development areas across Africa and in Japan. The Head of.

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Ghana Incorporates Nuclear Technology into Power Generation Mix

Ghananian President, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has announced the incorporation of nuclear technology into the country’s power generation mix to enhance rapid industrialization and propel economic growth. Akufo-Addo said the.

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Google Wallet launches in South Africa as digital payments boom

Alphabet Inc launched Google Wallet in South Africa as the tech giant tries to gain a foothold in the country’s rapidly growing digital payments space. The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated.

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Uganda plans Free Internet Connection across the Country

Uganda has initiated new plans to deploy 2,000 Wi-Fi hotspots to enhance internet connectivity across the nation. The government also said offices would use the internet during business hours, and.

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Egypt unveils global ClimaTech, Runs Competition For start-ups and digital artists

Egypt has unveiled a global ClimaTech Run competition for start-ups and digital artists to address the most pressing climate challenges on the road to Cop27 and beyond. Its partners include.

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Tanzania installs internet connectivity on Mount Kilimanjaro

The Tanzania Telecommunications Limited (TTCL), has installed high-speed internet connectivity on Africa’s highest mountain, Mt Kilimanjaro through a national broadband project. The internet connectivity was launched at 3,720 metres above.

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UNICEF urges proper use of Nigeria Learning Passport

The United Nations Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF) has called for a multi-stakeholder approach for proper utilisation of the new e-learning platform, Nigeria Learning Passport. Serekeberehan SeyoumDeres, chief officer in charge.

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Kenyan Ministers Say Government Not Banning Facebook

Kenyan ministers said the government has no intention of banning Facebook despite a watchdog last week accusing the social media platform of failing to stop hate speech ahead of Aug..

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