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Thu, February 6th, 09:40 · Paul Adepoju
Nigeria’s CommTech minister inaugurates new boards
Nigerian minister of communication technology Omobola Johnson has inaugurated the governing boards for the National Office of Technology Acquisition and Promotion (NOTAP) and the Institute of Science Laboratory Technology (NISLT). → Read more
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Thu, February 6th, 09:00 · Paul Adepoju
Ghana’s e-pay slip use increasing
The government of Ghana has revealed more citizens are using the electronic e-pay slip system recently introduced by the nation’s Controller and Accountant Generals' Department for public sector workers, which offers mechanised payroll services. → Read more
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Thu, February 6th, 08:00 · Chris Udemans
MTN expands VPN for enterprise customers
South African mobile operator MTN announced today it is expanding the coverage of its virtual private network (VPN), allowing its enterprise customers with global operations to communicate with their employees worldwide. → Read more
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Thu, February 6th, 07:00 · Chris Udemans
Senegal Airlines adopts Sage FRP software
Sénégal Airlines has begun using Sage FRP 1000 financial management software, hoping to oversee its turnover more accurately. → Read more
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Thu, February 6th, 06:00 · Tom Jackson
Sony discussing sale of personal computer business
Sony is in talks over the sale of its loss-making personal computer business Vaio to investment fund Japan Industrial Partners for up to US$490 million), according to a newspaper report. → Read more
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Wed, February 5th, 19:00 · Chris Udemans
New Microsoft boss to prioritise mobile, cloud
Newly appointed Microsoft chief executive officer (CEO) Satya Nadella says the company is set to prioritise innovation and focus on a “mobile and cloud-first world”. → Read more
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Wed, February 5th, 18:20 · Paul Adepoju
Vodafone Ghana market share up to 14%
Latest figures released by Ghana’s National Communications Authority (NCA) have revealed Vodafone now has 14 per cent market share. → Read more
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Wed, February 5th, 17:40 · Chris Udemans
Android becomes most popular OS in Africa
Android is the most popular mobile operating system (OS) in Africa having overtaken Nokia’s Series 40 at the beginning of 2014, according to StatCounter. → Read more
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Wed, February 5th, 17:00 · Chris Udemans
ANC underperforms in online presence
South Africa’s ruling African National Congress (ANC) scores badly when judged on its online presence and social media activity, according to a study. → Read more
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Wed, February 5th, 16:20 · Gabriella Mulligan
Gamsole hiring new developers, expecting growth with 4Afrika funding
Nigerian game developing startup Gamsole has opened applications for new developers, while also launching new in-app features, expecting strong growth in 2014 on the back of new funding. → Read more
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Wed, February 5th, 15:40 · Chris Udemans
M-Pesa book released
A book on Kenyan mobile operator Safaricom’s mobile money service M-Pesa has been released, documenting the initiative’s evolution and impact on Kenyan society. → Read more
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Wed, February 5th, 15:00 · Chris Udemans
DMMA rebrands to IAB South Africa
South Africa’s Digital Media and Marketing Association (DMMA) has joined the the global Interactive Advertising Board (IAB), rebranding as IAB South Africa from this week. → Read more
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Wed, February 5th, 14:20 · Chris Udemans
19% use VPNs to reduce government monitoring
Nineteen per cent of internet users making use of virtual private networks (VPNs) do so in order to protect anonymity and reduce government monitoring, according to a study by market research firm GlobalWebIndex. → Read more
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Wed, February 5th, 13:40 · Tom Jackson
TechCabal Battlefield deadline extended
The application deadline for TechCabal’s Battlefield startup competition has been pushed from today until Friday, February 7, to allow more entrepreneurs to apply for the chance to win US$20,000. → Read more
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Wed, February 5th, 13:00 · Gabriella Mulligan
Vodacom’s strong quarterly results driven by international operations
South Africa’s leading mobile operator Vodacom has revealed further strong quarterly results, featuring 10.5 per cent revenue growth and a 12.3 per cent growth in active subscribers. → Read more
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Wed, February 5th, 12:20 · Tom Jackson
Matiangi warns ICT Authority board over corruption
Kenya’s cabinet secretary for the Ministry of ICT Fred Matiangi has warned the new ICT Authority board members over succumbing to corruption. → Read more
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Wed, February 5th, 11:40 · Paul Adepoju
Smile Communications set to provide fastest internet in Nigeria
Smile Communications Nigeria has announced it is ready to provide Nigeria’s fastest internet service in Nigeria, with the company piloting its 4G LTE network in Lagos. → Read more
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Wed, February 5th, 11:00 · Gabriella Mulligan
Telkom CMO, CPO take up positions
South African part state-owned operator Telkom’s freshly appointed chief marketing officer (CMO) and chief procurement officer (CPO) have taken up their positions, pledging to revive the Telkom brand and push forward with turnaround strategies. → Read more
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Wed, February 5th, 10:20 · Tom Jackson
SABC staff lacking critical skills – PwC
An independent skills audit report of the South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) by PwC has found the state broadcaster lacking in critical skills, throwing doubt on its ability to complete the migration from analogue to digital broadcasting. → Read more
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Wed, February 5th, 09:40 · Paul Adepoju
Transfer of tower assets to create expert employment – Airtel Nigeria
Airtel Nigeria has said the company’s decision to transfer its tower assets to tower management companies will lead to the creation of job opportunities for telecoms engineers and tower management professionals. → Read more
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