The number of cyber threat incidents detected in the country reduced by almost half in the three months to March 2021. This even as online impersonation cases formed the bulk of cases reported for investigation, [c]
By Tonny Tugee Africa’s population is rapidly expanding. In fact, forecasters predict that the continent’s population will nearly triple by 2050. This could pose threats or opportunities, depending on how governments and private entities respond. [c]
With digital transformation a top priority on the corporate agenda as companies identify new ways to grow their business, cyber attackers and opportunist cybercriminals remain very active. And although Africa is not necessarily considered a [c]
Every company requires a viable platform for interacting with existing and potential clients. Businesses have long overseen this crucial operation using a technology known as Customer Relationship Management. However, in the present digital era of cloud computing, CRM [c]
MTN Group has announced the appointment of Eliane Houphouet-Boigny as the CEO of MTN Guinea-Bissau, effective 1 July 2021, the latest woman to take the helm at an MTN operation. “I would like to welcome [c]
According to a Kaspersky survey, 69% of respondents in the Middle East, Turkey, and Africa (META) region highlighted that they or their loved ones suffered from criminals via social networks. In most cases fraudsters pretended [c]
MultiChoice has announced the launch of a new channel offering: Maisha Magic Movies. The channel will go live on Monday 26 July 2021 at 4pm (EAT) and will be available to DStv customers on DStv Compact, [c]
FSD Africa, the Insurance Regulatory Authority, and Tellistic Technology Services have launched BimaLab, a Kshs 5.3 million accelerator programme designed to support Kenyan innovators to develop innovative solutions for the insurance sector. The BimaLab accelerator [c]
Huawei has launched HMS Core 6.0 to app developers in Africa, introducing multiple new open capabilities and updating some existing services and features. As of now, HMS Core (APK) on all user devices has been [c]
Safaricom has joined forces with former Global Teacher Prize winner, Peter Tabichi, to equip Keriko Mixed Secondary School in Nakuru County with computers and internet connectivity. The installation of the ICT infrastructure valued at Kshs [c]
Ethiopia’s smartphone shipments increased by 9.8% in the first quarter of 2021, according to the latest Market Monitor report from Counterpoint Research. The growth was driven by an increase in the mobile phone network penetration [c]
As the world marks World Emoji Day on Saturday, 17 July, Facebook measured the use of emojis in Facebook posts between 4th of April and 3rd of July 2021. In Kenya, the top overall emojis [c]
The UN Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) and the GSMA have called on Central Africa’s 11 governments to adopt policies to accelerate e-commerce, including better access to digital services and public-private collaboration. Mobile internet use [c]
SuperSport viewers on DStv can look forward to seeing all the action from The Open Championship at the Royal St. George’s Golf Course in Sandwich, England from Thursday 15 to Sunday 18 July 2021. SuperSport is the ultimate destination for Golf fans, with [c]
As the world went into pandemic lockdown in 2020, consumers shifted their spending habits to embrace contactless tap-and-go payments and online shopping. As stores closed and social distancing took hold, retailers worldwide moved their businesses [c]
Global smart device brand OPPO is giving artists and young creators an opportunity to imagine the future with art and technology through the 3rd edition of its Emerging Artists Project. Being a competition for art [c]
HUAWEI has launched the IdeaHub series of products in Kenya. The IdeaHub is a productivity tool for the smart office and learning institutions which bundles intelligent writing, High Definition (HD) video conferencing, and wireless sharing. [c]
Viewers on DStv can look forward to the 10th round of the 2021 Formula 1 World Championship, the British Grand Prix, live from Silverstone Circuit in Northamptonshire on the afternoon of Sunday 18 July 2021. SuperSport is definitely your #HomeOfSport [c]
INTERPOL Secretary General Jürgen Stock has called for police agencies worldwide to form a global coalition with industry partners to prevent a potential ransomware pandemic. Speaking at the INTERPOL High-Level Forum on Ransomware (held on [c]
Check Point Research (CPR), the Threat Intelligence arm of Check Point Software Technologies, a global provider of cybersecurity solutions, has published its new Brand Phishing Report for the second quarter of 2021. The report highlights the [c]
SuperSport viewers on DStv can look forward to seeing all the action from the PGA Tour’s Barbasol Championship at the Keene Trace Golf Club in Nicholasville, Kentucky from Thursday 15 to Sunday 18 July 2021. SuperSport is the ultimate [c]
Fans of the WWE can gear up for another thrilling Pay-Per-View event, Money in the Bank, which will be held on the morning of Monday 19 July 2021 at the Dickies Arena in Fort Worth, Texas. SuperSport will air [c]
Sophos has published the “Sophos State of Ransomware in Education 2021,” which looks at the extent and impact of ransomware attacks on educational institutions worldwide during 2020. In the wake of headline grabbing ransomware attacks [c]
Kaspersky experts have uncovered a rare, wide-scale advanced persistent threat (APT) campaign against users that was first detected in Southeast Asia. Kaspersky identified approximately 1,500 victims, some of which were government entities. Initial infection occurs [c]
The iHub Nairobi will launch the inaugural EdTech Festival; an immersive learning and funfair experience in the world of education and technology. Participants will interact with different EdTech products, take part in arduino and coding [c]
Taager, the Egyptian social ecommerce platform empowering online merchants with end-to-end logistics, has secured $6.4 million in a Seed round, led by 4DX Ventures, a pan-Africa focused venture capital firm. The round included participation from Raed Ventures, Beco Capital, Breyer [c]
The entrepreneurship journey is rewarding yet challenging. Those who get it right establish iconic brands that rule the industry for years. A slight mistake will witness the death of your idea which could be accompanied [c]
The Vodacom-led telco consortium, also called Global Partnership for Ethiopia Consortium, has finally received an operating license by the Ethiopian Communications Authority (ECA). The new telecoms operator (or brand) will be called Safaricom Ethiopia. In [c]
Pay TV company StarTimes Media has unveiled an aggressive reward programme that will see Nyota bouquet subscribers – the platform’s lowest package – enjoy six additional channels which are reserved for higher bouquets upon full [c]
LG Electronics‘ Home Appliance & Air Solution division has opened a new online showroom, LG HVAC Virtual Experience. Utilizing the latest in digital technology, the interactive showroom allows visitors to experience LG’s diverse range of [c]
Liquid Intelligent Technologies (Liquid), a pan African technology group, has confirmed Martin Mushambadope as the CEO for its operations in South Sudan in an announcement. “Martin is a seasoned, well-respected, experienced senior executive, and he [c]
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