Technology

SDG Digital Unlocks Commitments to Leverage Innovation & Emerging Technologies

Leading global voices representing diverse sectors of society gathered at SDG Digital: “A Digital Future for All” at United Nations Headquarters today. They showcased digital solutions and announced new commitments to realize a brighter digital future. Organized by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and the UN Development Programme (UNDP), SDG Digital is a cornerstone of […]

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News

Heavy Sanction Looms for Nigeria’s Biggest Airtime Credit Company, Optasia Over Data Privacy Breaches

The National Data Privacy Commission (NDPC) is investigating Optasia, owners of  Nairtime Nigeria Limited the largest provider of Airtime Credit Services in the African and Middle East region, which also operates in Nigeria, Ghana and Benin Republic. A statement by the Head, Legal, Enforcement and Regulations of the NDPC, Mr Babatunde Bamigboye said that the […]

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Business

NETSCOUT Designs Solution to Improve Productivity, Accelerate Problem Resolution, and Reduce Risk

NETSCOUT SYSTEMS, INC., a provider of performance management, cybersecurity, and DDoS attack protection solutions, today announced enhancements to its nGenius Enterprise Performance Management solution, which includes a new notification centre that helps streamline and automate alerts and contextual workflows to identify and resolve problems faster. Secured Reliable Transport (SRT) was added to support live video […]

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Business

Zipline, Autonomous Delivery Firm Set to Revolutionizing Nigerian Healthcare in Partnership with Govt

Zipline, Autonomous Delivery Zipline, the leader in autonomous delivery, is teaming up with the government of Nigeria to transform health access and equity by using drone delivery to improve the country’s infrastructure, positioning it to leapfrog barriers to economic growth and development.  Since launching in Nigeria in 2022, Zipline’s climate-friendly and time-saving aircraft – designed […]

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Telecoms

Vertiv Displays Contribution to Africa’s Digital Future at Connected Africa Summit

Rohan Patil, regional manager for East Africa at Vertiv, a global provider of critical digital infrastructure and continuity solutions, received personal recognition at the Connected Africa Summit in Nairobi, Kenya, for his participation in the panel and overall contribution to shaping Africa’s digital future. Hosted by the Kenyan Ministry of Information, Communication and the Digital Economy, the summit is an initiative towards shaping […]

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Business

UK Government Launches £1.9m Technology Project in Nigeria, Ghana

The United Kingdom (UK) has announced up to £1.9 million in financing to strengthen science, technology, and innovation in Ghana and Nigeria through its West Africa Research and Innovation Hub. The Sankore initiative would provide funds to the governments of Ghana and Nigeria to encourage the commercialisation of innovation solutions, strengthen innovation policy, and improve […]

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Business

Nigeria Needs Accountability in Data Assets Management to Attract FDI, Says NDPC CEO

Nigeria needs to demonstrate accountability in relation to their data assets if it must attract investors in the country’s economy. According to the National Commissioner/CEO, Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC),Dr Vincent Olatunji, investors will be eager to do business in Nigeria if  there is accountability in data assets management saying that there are at least […]

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News

Africa Creatives Alliance Launched at Africa Urban Forum in Addis Ababa Boosts Creative Industry

AMA PRESS RELEASE In alignment with the African Union’s Agenda 2063, “The Africa We Want,” the Africa Creatives Alliance (ACA) is poised to become a key catalyst for transforming Africa into a global powerhouse by harnessing the immense potential of the continent’s cultural and creative sectors. This groundbreaking alliance will empower cultural and creative entrepreneurs […]

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Business

NITDA Unveils Project ‘Digital Literacy for All’ by 2027, Targets 50 Million Nigerians

About 50 million Nigerians from the 774 local government in the country are to gain access to digital education in a project, Digital Literacy for All (DL4ALL), an initiative of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA).  The emblem for the initiative which was recently unveiled by the Governor of Niger State, Mohammed Umar Bago, […]

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Business

TD Africa Slashes Prices  on Ring Security Solutions to Combat Insecurity

In a bid to help address the rising insecurity in Nigeria, particularly in homes and offices, TD Africa, the authorized distributor of Amazon Ring in Africa, has announced discounted prices on all Ring security products across the country. By this price slash, Nigerians can now have a better control over security situations in their homes. […]

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