In order to better understand what African nations need to do to reap the full benefits of the Internet, the Internet Society today released the study “Internet Development and Governance in Africa”.
Category: Internet
Fibre Optic Project Comes Alive
The over 800 kilometres Fibre Optic Broadband Backbone Infrastructure project, stretching from Ho in the Volta Region to Bawku in the Upper East Region, with a link from Yendi to Tamale, both in the Northern Region, has been inaugurated by President John Dramani Mahama.
Jumia Côte d’Ivoire Expands Operations
JUMIA, Africa’s leading online shopping destination continues its rapid expansion with the opening of six new hubs in Cote d’Ivoire in the cities of Yamoussoukro, Bouaké, San Pedro, Daloa, Gagnoa, and Korogho. Jumia intends to achieve its goal to revolutionize the shopping habits of all Ivorians.
IMF Introduces New Data Platform
The International Monetary Fund has launched a new platform to support its move to free data and to improve online global statistical dissemination.
Ghana Regained Control Of Hacked Websites
Ghana’s government says its IT experts have regained control of all the government websites which were been hacked on Wednesday.
Binatone Marks 40 Years Of Appliances Business In Africa
Globally renowned appliances and electrical goods brand Binatone, has launched its 40th anniversary of operations in Africa, with a promise to continue to focus on quality, durability, affordability and customer-centric innovations.
More Ghanaian Youth Shop Online
Online classifieds are fast becoming the go-to platforms for trading among Ghana’s urban youth. Rather than bury personal items in store rooms in hostels or throw old electronics in the bin, many are now choosing online trading as a way to make quick and easy cash.
Report: 4.3 Billion People Have No Access To The Web
THE World Wide Web Foundation has revealed that 4.3 billion people have no access to the Web at all, whilst at least 1.8 billion more face severe violations of their rights to privacy and freedom of expression when they go online.
SkyVision Unveils Cable & Wireless Seychelles
SKYVISION Global Networks Ltd, a leading global communications provider, today announced the commencement of its managed IP Trunking and Private Network solutions to Cable & Wireless Seychelles (CWS).
NCA Reviewing Goldkey Telecoms Request
GHANA’S National Communications Authority (NCA) says it has received a formal request from Goldkey Telecoms, one of the 4G LTE network licensees to extend the deadline for it to begin operations.