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Meta launches Sub-Saharan Africa Economic Impact Report highlighting growth of digital economy

The Vice President for Public Policy, Africa, Middle East, and Turiye at Meta, Kojo Boakye has announced the launch of Meta’s Economic Impact Report for Sub-Saharan Africa, outlining the growing influence of digital platforms and infrastructure investment

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Bank of Ghana suspends proposed 0.75% wallet-to-bank transfer fee pending further consultation

The Bank of Ghana has directed Mobile Money Fintech Limited (MMFL) to suspend the implementation of a proposed 0.75 percent fee on direct wallet-to-bank transfers, following a decision to place the policy on hold for further stakeholder consultations.

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RAIL calls for community support to sustain robotics clubs across Ghana

The Responsible AI Lab has called for stronger community involvement and local resource mobilisation to sustain and expand its Robotics Club Initiative across Ghana and beyond.

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Nigeria signs data protection cooperation agreements with Morocco and The Gambia

The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has signed Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with the data protection authorities of Morocco and The Gambia to strengthen cross-border collaboration on data governance and regulatory enforcement across Afric

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Africa50 and AfDB advance asset recycling agenda to unlock billions in infrastructure financing

Africa50 and the African Development Bank Group (AfDB) have intensified efforts to position asset recycling as a viable mechanism for mobilizing domestic capital to finance infrastructure across Africa, as governments face increasing pressure to expand de

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Egypt expands export support program to boost electronics and semiconductor industries

Egypt’s Minister of Communications and Information Technology, Raafat Hendy, and Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade, Mohamed Farid, have witnessed the signing of a cooperation protocol aimed at integrating electronics and advanced technology compani

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GDIP announces leadership transition as Kojo Boakye succeeds Jean Philbert Nsengimana as Advisory Bo...

The Global Digital Inclusion Partnership (GDIP) has announced a leadership transition in its Advisory Board, with Jean Philbert Nsengimana stepping down as Chair after years of service and Kojo Boakye appointed as his successor.

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TIA showcases water innovation technologies at Africa Day 2026 Celebration

The Technology Innovation Agency participated in the Africa Day 2026 celebrations hosted at the University of Johannesburg, highlighting technological advancements and innovation in the water sector.

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When AI infrastructure is tested by peak demand

Few moments test digital infrastructure like peak trading periods. Black Friday, festive shopping seasons, flash sales, and major promotional events generate massive spikes in online activity within minutes. For retailers and digital platforms, these are

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ATU, ICANN and ITU announce regional collaboration to strengthen Africa’s digital infrastructure

The African Telecommunications Union (ATU) has announced a regional technical collaboration partnership with the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) and the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) aimed at strengthening digital

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