...As 28 SSA Countries Experience Internet Shutdown in 2024 In an increasingly interconnected world, access to the internet is no longer a luxury, but a fundamental necessity for economic growth, social development, and political participation. Yet, across sub-Saharan Africa, governments are increasingly resorting to internet shutdowns, a drastic measure that …
Read More »PalmPay, NFIU Unite to Bolster Financial Security in Nigeria
… As PalmPay Reaffirms Commitment to a Secure Digital Economy PalmPay, a leading fintech company in Nigeria, has reiterated its commitment to combating financial fraud through cutting-edge technology. This was emphasized during a high-level courtesy visit by the company’s Managing Director and management team to the Nigerian Financial Intelligence …
Read More »NiRA And The Path To Nigeria’s Digital Transformation
Elvis Eromosele The world has gone digital. Today, the importance of a secure and reliable online presence cannot be overstated. For Nigeria, the .ng domain has become a cornerstone of this digital identity, representing more than just a web address—it is a symbol of national pride and a driver of …
Read More »The Missing Piece: Interoperability in Africa’s Satellite Market – Musings from Jane Egerton-Idehen
Sometime around 2014, while working for Ericsson in Ghana, we sought ways to drive broadband usage using digital services for the Ghanaian market. We identified Mobile TV/Streaming Service as one of the value adds that could gain mass market appeal. We approached a major subscription-based streaming service company to collaborate …
Read More »400 Million Users Strong: West Africa’s Telecom Sector Valued at $63.17 Billion in 2024
The West African mobile telecom market is experiencing a period of explosive growth, reaching a staggering value of $63.17 billion in 2024. This impressive figure highlights the region’s burgeoning digital economy, fueled by a massive user base of over 400 million mobile subscribers. With internet penetration steadily climbing, West Africa …
Read More »Wale Owoeye Shines among Nigeria’s Top 50 Digital Economy Leaders
The Managing Director/CEO of Cedarview Communications Limited, Wale Owoeye has been honored as one of Nigeria’s 50 most influential personalities in the digital economy. He received this prestigious recognition at the recent “50 Most Valuable Personalities in Nigeria’s Digital Economy” event held in Lagos. Organised by IT Edge News Africa, the event …
Read More »Digital Economy to Surpass US$1 Trillion in Latin America, Africa
…India to lead worldwide consumer growth with 31% Rising markets in Latin America (LatAm), Africa, and Asia are guiding the global surge in new consumers, with India leading the way, by adding 34 million people to the consumer class this year, almost one third of the 109 million worldwide. After …
Read More »FG Moves to Deepen 4IR technologies Applications, Shortlists 10 Sartups for N10 Million Grant
The Ministry of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy has shortlisted 10 startups that would be provided with grants under its Fourth Industrial Revolution Technology Application (4IRTA) in Agriculture program. According to the Ministry, the startups whose projects are elected will receive up to N10 million in funding to deepen the application of …
Read More »Kenya Unveils e-Commerce Strategy to Better Harness Digital Economy
Kenya launched a national e-commerce strategy on 13 December to fortify its position as a digital frontrunner in Africa by fostering inclusive and widespread utilization of trusted and secure e-commerce services based in the country. Its Ministry of Information, Communications and The Digital Economy and the Ministry of Trade, Investments and Industry …
Read More »Isreal Plegdes to Support President Tinubu, Targets 1 Million Jobs Creation
The Ambassador of Israel to Nigeria, Michael Freeman has pledged to support and partner with President Bola Tinubu’s administration to achieve meaningful growth through digital technology. He disclosed the readiness of his country to partner with Nigeria towards realisation of the policy on creation of one million jobs through digital …
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