Telecom operators seek stronger infrastructure protection to sustain Nigeria’s digital growth
By Juliet Umeh & Islamiyyah Adekanbi For more than two dec-ades, Nigeria’s telecommunications operators have powered one of the country’s biggest economic success stories, connecting millions of people, driving financial inclusion and providing the digital infrastructure that supports banking, education, healthcare, commerce and governance. However, they have come out to demand stronger government support, policy […]
NITDA to unveil national eGovernment framework at eNigeria
The National Information Technology Development Agency, NITDA, says it will make a formal presentation of the much anticipated Nigeria eGovernement Framework at this year’s eNigeria conference and exhibition, slated to hold between 18th to 20th November, 2014, in Abuja.
Microsoft 4Afrika, Skrill tie up with MNOs on e-commerce portal
In partnership with mobile network operators (MNOs), Microsoft 4Afrika and Skrill have launched e-commerce portal to bring Africa’s economies online.
Microsoft excites mobile phone market with Lumia 535 series
Featuring five free integrated Microsoft experiences with spacious 5-inch display and a 5 MP front facing camera, Microsoft devices yesterday announced the introduction of its latest flagships, Lumia 535 and Lumia 535 Dual SIM smart phones running the latest Windows Phone 8.1 operating system.
Ericsson 2014: Johannesburg, Lagos among cities ranked for ICT maturity
Latest report by the Ericsson 2014 Networked Society City Index has ranked forty cities, measuring their ICT maturity in terms of leverage from ICT investments in economic, social and environmental development: the “triple bottom line” effect.
Ann Cotton named 2014 WISE Prize for Education Laureate
Ms Ann Cotton, OBE, Founder and President of Camfed, the Campaign for Female Education, has been named the 2014 WISE Prize for Education Laureate.
