Etisalat claims 50% of MNP moves
Telkom Kenya signs tower management partnership with Eaton Towers
Telkom Kenya has signed an agreement with Eaton Towers for the management of its passive network infrastructure.
Kenya national budget includes enhanced e-learning
Kenya has unveiled its Sh1.6 trillion 2013/2014 national budget with a raft of measures to enhance technology in education.
Swift Networks acquires DoPC
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Botswana company launches SmartCapBotswana’s DIB is marketing a new high-tech baseball cap that measures fatigue in heavy machine operators.
MTN Ashantifest comes to an endMTN Ghana has successfully ended its month-long regional celebrations, Ashantifest, in the Ashanti region.
Intel increases investment in KenyaIntel Corporation today announced a new initiative that will see Kenyan developers become the first in Africa to benefit directly from Intel Software and Services Group (SSG).
Huawei set to take over Malawi’s Digital MigrationChinese technology firm Huawei looks set to win the bid to install Malawi’s Digital Terrestrial Television (DTT).
Etisalat claims 50% of MNP movesNCC says there is no data yet on ported numbers in Nigeria, but Etisalat claims 50% of ported lines are now on its network.
Rwandan mobile penetration nears 60%Mobile penetration in Rwanda passed 59.5% last month, according to the latest statistics issued by the Rwanda Utilities Regulatory Agency (RURA).
Millicom to pump USD80m into Tigo Rwanda
Rwanda, South Korean co in wholesale broadband JV
Minister Nsengimana urges youth to change mindset
Rwanda showcases open data systems
Rwandan Youth aim for change through YouthConnekt Dialogue
Nsengimana urges Nyagatare residents to embrace ICT
ICT4Ag conference invites content proposals
Polystar delivers network solution to Tanzania’s Rural NetCo Rural NetCo Ltd, a Tanzanian based communications company, has successfully implemented Polystar's Network and Quality Assurance solution.
Smile launches true 4G in Tanzania
TV white spaces project to launch in Tanzania
Universal Service Funds to drive broadband in Africa
TCRA, police launch campaign against illegal mobiles
KDN extends into Tanzania
Tanzania to host regional banking fraud conference
Tanzanian pregnancy text message service off to a good start
Airtel Zambia donates solar equipment to Moono schoolAirtel Zambia has donated solar equipment worth over USD2,000 to Moono Basic school in Mumbwa.
ZICTA to host AFRINIC conference
MultiChoice Zambia executives killed in road accident
Zambia commends Ghana for digital migration
ZICTA Young Innovators Workshop next week
Four companies lose digital migration bid
Theft costs Airtel Zambia KR1.2 million
Computerisation delays commencement of nationwide land audit
Govt warns Telecel to address shareholdingThe Zimbabwean Government has told telco Telecel it must change its shareholder structure or risk losing its operating license.
Cloud Computing & Information Security Conference set for Zimbabwe
Cloud, security event set for Zimbabwe in July
VMware SA appoints Axis Solutions Zimbabwe as Enterprise Partner
Zimbabwe set for first broadband forum
Econet Wireless wins awards at ZITF
EcoCash system down for upgrade
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Intel Corporation today announced a new initiative that will see Kenyan developers become the first in Africa to benefit directly from Intel Software and Services Group (SSG).»Botswana company launches SmartCap
INNOVATIONS
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MOBILE
Orange Kenya has increased its offering on its advance airtime top-up service PEWA, which allows its mobile pre-paid and wireless customers receive emergency credit.»SkillsMap to recruit across Africa
INTERNET
Business Connexion has joined forces with recruitment company Conscript Africa to create SkillsMap – a new talent community portal.»Renewable energy mapping programme to boost energy production
INNOVATIONS
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The Committee on Economic and Financial Affairs of the National Assembly of the Côte d’Ivoire has adopted the new Bill on Electronic Transactions.»MTN Cameroon launches ‘fastest internet offer’
MOBILE
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GOVERNMENT
The Kenyan Government has challenged the country’s postal sector to use ICTs to meet new customer demands.»Safaricom, DMI boost annual Diabetes Walk
MOBILE
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GOVERNMENT
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TELECOMS
Mobile penetration in Rwanda passed 59.5% last month, according to the latest statistics issued by the Rwanda Utilities Regulatory Agency (RURA).»NCS roots for IT Ministry
GOVERNMENT
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GOVERNMENT
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