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Who’s Killing the Internet? Africa’s $1.56 Billion Question

Who's Killing the Internet? Africa's $1.56 Billion Question

...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 …

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PalmPay, NFIU Unite to Bolster Financial Security in Nigeria

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 …

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NiRA And The Path To Nigeria’s Digital Transformation 

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 …

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Wale Owoeye Shines among Nigeria’s Top 50 Digital Economy Leaders

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 …

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FG Moves to Deepen 4IR technologies Applications, Shortlists 10 Sartups for N10 Million Grant  

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 …

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Kenya Unveils e-Commerce Strategy to Better Harness Digital Economy

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 …

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