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Project Bridge: Nigeria’s $2 Billion Leap Towards a Fully Connected Nation

Nigeria is advancing its digital transformation with the ongoing rollout of Project BRIDGE, a $2 billion initiative deploying 90,000 kilometres of fibre optic cable nationwide. Spearheaded by the Ministry of.

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South Africa’s Digital Economy Powers Telkom Growth

Digital connectivity has become a critical enabler of South Africa’s productivity, as Telkom had an 8.4% jump in quarterly core profit. In the three months to December 31, the state-linked.

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World Radio Day: Why Africa Must Protect the Human Voice in the Age of Artificial Intelligence

In a small farming community outside Kaduna, a battery powered radio crackles to life before the sun rises. The voice that follows is familiar, steady, warm, speaking Hausa with the.

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Zanzibar’s Cyber City Vision: Dunia and the Future of Digital Sovereignty

Zanzibar’s economic identity is set for change as Dunia Cyber City, a legally designated Digital Free Zone built around the idea of a network state, is on the horizon. This.

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AI and Africa: Can the Continent Capture a $1 Trillion Revenue Opportunity?

Artificial intelligence is no longer an abstract concept confined to research labs or advanced economies. Globally, AI is fast becoming a central driver of productivity, competitiveness and economic restructuring. Estimates.

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Africa’s Fintech Consolidation: Entering the Next Phase

Africa’s fintech industry is maturing, consolidating, and reinforcing its foundations for the next decade. Flutterwave’s acquisition of Mono may look like just another startup deal. However, it is about infrastructure,.

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South Africa’s Central Bank Leads Radical Cash Modernization Initiative

South Africa is set to launch the most transformative change to its cash system in decades. While digital payments have grown, physical cash still dominates about two-thirds of transaction volumes,.

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Africa’s Remote Workforce Growth: Talent, Tech, Jobs, Skills, Digital Economy

Remote work is no longer a dream; it’s becoming Africa’s new reality. Over the past few years, the continent has emerged as a dynamic hub for global companies seeking remote.

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Rwanda AI Revolution Driving 5% GDP Growth

Rwanda is graciously staking its claim as Africa’s emerging hub for artificial intelligence. President Paul Kagame recently highlighted that AI could contribute up to 5% of the country’s GDP, with.

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FNB and Mastercard Simplify Africa’s Cross-Border Payments

Millions of Africans rely on remittances to sustain families, fund education, and power small businesses. The ability to send money quickly and affordably across borders is more than a financial.

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