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Thu, July 3rd, 13:30 · Paul Adepoju
Nigeria concludes first phase of digital switchover
Nigeria has concluded the first phase of its migration from analogue to digital broadcasting with the successful launch of a pilot in the city of Jos, Plateau state. → Read more
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Thu, July 3rd, 13:00 · Susan Mwenesi
CAK to seek expert advice on embedded SIM card row
The Communications Authority of Kenya (CAK) is to seek expert advice from manufacturers on the use of embedded SIM cards after Safaricom challenged Equity Bank’s proposals to use the technology. → Read more
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Thu, July 3rd, 12:00 · Chris Udemans
Facebook to acquire video ads firm LiveRail
Facebook has announced plans to acquire video advertising firm LiveRail, which helps companies including Dailymotion and Gannett serve better ads that appear on their websites and in apps. → Read more
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Thu, July 3rd, 11:30 · Susan Mwenesi
MTN Uganda launches mFaith
MTN Uganda has launched a service that will have their customers receive inspirational Bible or Quran messages directly to their phones. → Read more
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Thu, July 3rd, 10:30 · Chris Udemans
Pinnacle executive’s court date postponed again
South African ICT provider Pinnacle Holdings’ executive director Takalani Tshivhase appeared in court for the third time yesterday, with the proceedings being postponed once again. → Read more
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Thu, July 3rd, 10:00 · Susan Mwenesi
Seedstars Nairobi kicks off today
The Kenyan leg of global startup competition Seedstars World takes places today, with 18 startups battling it out to represent Kenya at the worldwide event in Geneva, Switzerland in February next year. → Read more
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Thu, July 3rd, 09:00 · Paul Adepoju
We are managing 95% of our business ourselves – Jumia
Jumia Nigeria is managing about 95 per cent of its operations itself, allowing it to be in full control and ensure quality of services, according to co-chief executive officer (CEO) Nicola Martin. → Read more
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Wed, July 2nd, 18:00 · Susan Mwenesi
Kenyan Treasury to probe Safaricom surveillance contract
The security surveillance contract awarded to leading Kenyan operator Safaricom will undergo a Treasury probe before the contract is signed, in accordance with the law, which requires the Public Procurement Authority to be notified of tender awards above KSh5 million (US$57,000). → Read more
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Wed, July 2nd, 17:00 · Tom Jackson
Investor confidence impacted by e-toll review – SANRAL
The South African National Roads Agency Limited (SANRAL) has said investor confidence has been impacted by a pending review of e-tolling, after the state-owned company missed its targets during a bond auction. → Read more
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Wed, July 2nd, 16:30 · Paul Adepoju
Commercial value of unlicensed software in Nigeria exceeded $287m in 2013 – BSA
Business Software Alliance (BSA) has revealed the commercial value of unlicensed software in Nigeria exceeded US$287 million in 2013, with about 81 per cent of software on PCs not having a proper licence. → Read more
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Wed, July 2nd, 16:00 · Susan Mwenesi
Kenyan governors oppose government online advertising directive
Kenyan governors have reacted negatively to a government directive that all ministries and state agencies must advertise online, saying it was not popular, legal or practical given lack of internet penetration in rural areas. → Read more
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Wed, July 2nd, 15:30 · Chris Udemans
Algeria, Ethiopia assist NSA surveillance programme – report
The Algerian and Ethiopian governments are helping the United States (US)-based National Security Agency (NSA) collect private data about Africans, according to a report. → Read more
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Wed, July 2nd, 15:00 · Paul Adepoju
GOtv expanding to Sierra Leone within 2 months
MultiChoice has announced plans to launch pay-TV service GOtv in Sierra Leone in the next two months, making the country the 11th African nation where GOtv is accessible. → Read more
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Wed, July 2nd, 14:30 · Paul Adepoju
Jumia Nigeria to launch pay on delivery service nationwide
Jumia Nigeria is set to launch its cash on delivery service, which accounts for two-thirds of the companies total sales, nationwide this month, according to co-chief executive officer (CEO) Nicola Martin. → Read more
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Wed, July 2nd, 14:00 · Tom Jackson
No progress on Motsoeneng replacement, DA demands suspension
South African communications minister Faith Muthambi has said no progress has yet been made on replacing South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) acting chief operations officer (COO) Hlaudi Motsoeneng, with the opposition Democratic Alliance (DA) demanding his immediate suspension. → Read more
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Wed, July 2nd, 13:30 · Susan Mwenesi
Kenyans to get tax feedback through mobile
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) and Japan International Cooperation Agency have partnered to launch a messaging service that will allow taxpayers to request information about their tax obligations and receive instant answers through their mobiles. → Read more
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Wed, July 2nd, 13:00 · Chris Udemans
SA energy department warns over fake Facebook account
South Africa’s Department of Energy (DoE) has warned the public of a fake Facebook account claiming to be that of minister Tina Joemat Pettersson, after numerous stakeholders complained about lack of response when sending messages to the account. → Read more
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Wed, July 2nd, 12:30 · Susan Mwenesi
Ushahidi to launch BRCK next week
Kenya’s biggest social awareness platform Ushahidi will next Wednesday launch its BRCK modem-cum-router at the Sarit Centre in Nairobi, a project it says is Kenyan-made but designed for both the local and global markets. → Read more
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Wed, July 2nd, 12:00 · Chris Udemans
US digital rights group files freedom of information lawsuit against NSA
United States (US)-based digital rights group the Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) has filed a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) lawsuit against the National Security Agency (NSA) and the Office of the Director of National Intelligence. → Read more
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Wed, July 2nd, 11:30 · Chris Udemans
DA MPs walk out of communications committee meeting
Four members of South African opposition party the Democratic Alliance (DA) have walked out of a portfolio committee meeting on communications and telecommunications and postal services, claiming they had not been given enough time to examine a strategic plan. → Read more
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