Burkina Faso Launches Online IT Certification Platform in Latest Digital Transformation Drive

Chamaine ChaferaTechnology

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 Sets Ambitious Goal to Achieve 80% Digital Access by 2030

Chamaine ChaferaTechnology

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 Launches National Data Centre and Cloud Platform to Drive Digital Economy Growth

Chamaine ChaferaTechnology

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. …

Kenya Accelerates Digital Economy Ambitions Through Payments and E-Government Expansion

Chamaine ChaferaTechnology

Kenya is strengthening its position as one of Africa’s leading digital economies as government agencies, banks and technology providers accelerate investment in digital payments, e-government infrastructure and secure digital identity systems. New industry analysis published in recent weeks shows Kenya’s digital transformation strategy is continuing to expand beyond mobile money …

Uganda Strengthens Digital Identity and E-Government Strategy as ICT Investment Accelerates

Chamaine ChaferaTechnology

Uganda is intensifying efforts to modernise public services and digital infrastructure as the government positions technology at the centre of national development and economic transformation. In announcements made this week, officials confirmed that Uganda will continue expanding its digital government strategy through investment in national backbone infrastructure, cybersecurity systems, digital …

Tanzania Advances Digital ID Integration to Power E-Government Services

Chamaine ChaferaTechnology

Tanzania is moving to integrate its national digital identity system more closely with e-government platforms, as authorities seek to streamline public service delivery and improve administrative efficiency. The initiative focuses on linking identity verification processes with cloud-based government systems, enabling citizens to access services online using secure digital credentials. Officials …

Namibia Advances National Digital Identity System to Support E-Government Services

Chamaine ChaferaTechnology

Namibia is accelerating the rollout of its next-generation digital identity programme, positioning it as a central pillar of the country’s transition toward fully digital public services. Recent updates from government stakeholders indicate that Namibia is expanding its national ID infrastructure to support secure online authentication across a growing number of …

Uganda Upgrades National Digital ID System to Strengthen E-Government and Financial Access

Chamaine ChaferaTechnology

Uganda is moving forward with a major upgrade of its national digital identity system, in a bid to strengthen e-government services, improve cybersecurity, and expand access to digital payments. The National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA) has confirmed plans to roll out enhanced biometric ID cards and supporting infrastructure, as …

Kenya and Ghana Accelerate Sovereign Cloud Plans as Data Localisation Gains Momentum

Chamaine ChaferaTechnology

Kenya and Ghana are stepping up efforts to develop sovereign cloud infrastructure, as governments across Africa seek greater control over data and digital services. The move comes amid growing concern that reliance on foreign-hosted infrastructure limits national control over sensitive information and reduces the economic value derived from data. According …