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Burkina Faso has accelerated its public sector digitalization efforts with the introduction of a fully online system for Information Technology Technical Certification (ATI) applications, marking another milestone in the country’s broader digital transformation agenda. Under a directive issued by the Ministry of Digital Transition, Posts and Electronic Communications through the …
Malawi has unveiled an ambitious national digital transformation roadmap aimed at expanding access to digital services to 80% of the population by 2030, as the government intensifies efforts to modernize public services, improve connectivity, and drive economic growth through technology. Presenting the strategy in Parliament, Minister of Information and Communications …
Angola has taken a significant step toward strengthening its digital economy with the launch of the Government Data Centre and National Cloud, a strategic infrastructure project designed to modernize public services, enhance cybersecurity, and reinforce the country’s digital sovereignty. The facility was officially inaugurated by President João Lourenço in Luanda. …
Sierra Leone is taking a historic step toward becoming a regional leader in the fourth industrial revolution, as the Ministry of Communication, Technology and Innovation officially launches the development of its first-ever National Artificial Intelligence Strategy. This landmark initiative, created in collaboration with the World Bank Group, is designed to …
South Africa is embarking on a transformative journey to modernize its digital landscape, as the Department of Communications and Digital Technologies (DCDT) unveils a comprehensive three-year strategy to revitalize public sector IT. This ambitious roadmap seeks to turn the State IT Agency (SITA) into a high-performance engine of innovation, ensuring …
In a landmark move for Southern Africa’s telecommunications sector, MTN Zambia has officially launched the continent’s first 5G Penta-Band Indoor Solution. This cutting-edge deployment represents a major leap forward in the nation’s digital transformation journey, specifically designed to eliminate connectivity “dead zones” and bring ultra-fast, reliable internet into the heart …
Oracle expanded its African cloud infrastructure footprint with the launch of a new cloud region in Casablanca, Morocco, marking a significant step in the company’s push to strengthen digital transformation capabilities across the continent. The Casablanca cloud region is Oracle’s latest investment in Africa and is expected to provide businesses, …
Cameroon has upgraded its national voter registration system through a biometric infrastructure rollout aimed at improving electoral transparency, reducing duplication, and strengthening trust in electoral processes. The system, deployed in partnership with technology providers Laxton and Veridos, has enabled the registration of more than 8 million citizens ahead of national …
Nigeria is calling for deeper cooperation among African nations to strengthen the continent’s artificial intelligence capabilities and reduce dependence on foreign technology infrastructure as global competition around AI intensifies. The appeal was made by Kashifu Abdullahi, Director-General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), warning that Africa risks remaining …
Madagascar is pushing ahead with the rollout of its national digital identity programme despite facing significant operational and logistical challenges during implementation. The project, supported by biometric technology company Laxton, is a central part of the country’s broader digital transformation strategy aimed at modernising public administration and improving access to …
Kenya is strengthening its partnership with Oracle Corporation as the country accelerates plans to expand local cloud infrastructure and build a stronger pipeline of digital talent. The renewed collaboration was highlighted during high-level talks between Kenya’s Ministry of Information, Communications and the Digital Economy and an Oracle delegation led by …
South Africa is intensifying efforts to modernise public sector technology systems following a high-level meeting between Communications and Digital Technologies Minister Solly Malatsi and newly appointed State Information Technology Agency (SITA) Managing Director Magatho Mello. The discussions focused on advancing the country’s digital government agenda and improving the delivery of …