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Lesotho, UNDP Strengthen Partnership on Digital Transformation and AI Development
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Guinea Signs Deal for Second Submarine Fibre-Optic Cable to Expand Internet Capacity
Omantel Launches AI Centre of Excellence to Boost Oman’s Digital Innovation Ecosystem
Lesotho, UNDP Strengthen Partnership on Digital Transformation and AI Development
Kenya, France Partner on New Science and Engineering Complex at University of Nairobi
Ooredoo, du Partner on Landmark Subsea Cable Project to Boost UAE Digital Connectivity
Guinea Signs Deal for Second Submarine Fibre-Optic Cable to Expand Internet Capacity
Omantel Launches AI Centre of Excellence to Boost Oman’s Digital Innovation Ecosystem

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Why Structure and Patience Define Onyedika Anyamele’s Path to Enduring Leadership

Some entrepreneurs chase visibility. Others chase results. Onyedika Anyamele belongs to a smaller group that quietly chase discipline, the kind that builds companies meant to…

By: Joy Amos

Cyberattacks have become more sophisticated, common, and dangerous over the years. Criminals often use social engineering tactics to trick users into divulging their personal information, impersonating a trusted brand or individual, and using advanced malware to steal data.

8.7% of African users experienced phishing attacks in 2022 -Kaspersky report

Cyberattacks have become more sophisticated, common, and dangerous over the years. Criminals often use social engineering tactics to trick users into divulging their personal information,…

By: IBK

Telkom looking to sell its tower business amidst 46.7% surge in half-year profit

IHS Holding Ltd to bid for South Africa’s Telkom Swiftnet

New York-listed IHS Holding Ltd, is considering a bid for South Africa’s Telkom SOC’s towers and masts business Swiftnet, according to Bloomberg Although the structure…

By: IBK

Meta declares its adoption of AI power chatbot as a means to incite revenue

Meta is experimenting with AI-powered chatbots on WhatsApp, Instagram

Meta declares its adoption of AI power chatbot as a means to incite revenue…

By: IBK

Just after the acquisition in October, billionaire Elon Musk has steadily pared back its workforce from about 7,500 employees as he sought to reduce costs. On his first at the office, the billionaire fired several of the company’s senior executives following the closure of his recent transaction. Among those recently fired are the CEO, Parag Agrawal; the CFO, Ned Segal; the Head of Legal, Policy, and Trust, Vijaya Gadde; and the General Counsel, Sean Edgett.

Twitter fires more than 50 employees in 8th layoff round since Elon Musk’s takeover

Twitter fires more than 50 employees in 8th layoff round since Elon Musk’s takeover…

By: IBK

Nokia rebrands design in hope to revive its stance amid other technology companies

Nokia updates logo as it rebrands from phone manufacturer to B2B company

Nokia rebrands design in hope to revive its stance amid other technology companies…

By: IBK

More about IReV According to an INEC statement about the results viewing portal, the electoral referee aims to find ways to use technology to improve the credibility of elections and ensure the safety of citizens participating in the electoral process. This will work hand in hand with the Bimodal Verification Accreditation System (BVAS) machine. After the accreditation process and the voting ended, the BVAS will take a picture of the compilation of the votes and upload it on the results viewing portal. It was expected to be done in all the polling units in 36 states. Nigerians can then sign up on the portal and view the election results uploaded from all polling units, a means to help keep the compiling of election results accessible and transparent.

INEC explains slow updates of 2023 election results on IReV

The independent national electoral commission, INEC, has addressed the challenges faced with the slow uploading of polling unit results of Saturday’s presidential and National Assembly…

By: IBK

Envisionit Deep AI is an innovative medical technology company using AI to transform medical imaging diagnosis. It was founded in 2019 by Jaishree Naidoo alongside co-founders Andrei Migatchev and Terence Naidu in Johannesburg, South Africa. The startup won $50,000 at the Cisco Global Problem Solver Challenge with its healthcare solution. The medical technology company then developed Radify – an artificial intelligence solution with which radiologists can detect abnormalities on X-rays and other images. It can label and prioritise over 2 000 X-rays per minute and assist with the early analysis of infectious diseases. It can also triage patients according to the various probabilities of Tuberculosis in children and adults. The startup aims to partner with governments and private sectors in Africa. It seeks to provide people under 15 access to paediatric diagnostic care.

South Africa’s Envisionit Deep AI raises $1.65m to improve early diagnosis and treatment of diseases in Africa

Envisionit Deep AI, a South African healthcare startup, has received a $1.65 million investment to expand its medical imaging services, which combines artificial intelligence and…

By: IBK

CBN introduces USSD code, ‘recharge’ vouchers, ATM withdrawal for eNaira amid Naira scarcity

CBN introduces USSD code, ‘recharge’ vouchers, ATM withdrawal for eNaira amid Naira scarcity

Users can now withdraw from ATMs, fund wallets with cash-purchased vouchers, and use the USSD code, *997*50# to perform all transactions from their eNaira wallets…

By: IBK

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has linked poor telecom service quality in Lagos, Abuja, and other major cities to inadequate network capacity and heavy internet usage in densely populated areas.

NCC debunks rumour of a network shutdown ahead of 2023 polls

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has debunked rumours of a planned shutdown of all telecom networks and online bank transactions from Thursday as the country…

By: IBK

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