Africa-Press - Botswana. A five-member team of aspiring robotics engineers from Kagiso Senior Secondary School in Ramotswa is in Panama City, South America, to take part in the ninth edition of the, For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology (FIRST) Global challenge.
The closely...
Kagiso Senior Robotics Club Takes on Global Challenge
Indalo Exhibition Showcases Eswatini Creativity Home
Africa-Press - Eswatini. The Indalo Exhibition celebrates Eswatini’s rich craftsmanship, innovative design, and entrepreneurial talent after two successful years hosted abroad, showcasing local artisans on both domestic and international platforms.
The event marks a major step in positioning...
KGL Group'S Alex Apau Dadey Wins Forbes Award
Africa-Press - Ghana. Alex Apau Dadey, the Executive Chairman of KGL Group, has been celebrated with the prestigious Forbes Best of Africa Corporate Leadership and Innovation Award at a Leadership and Philanthropy Forum held at the House of Lords in London.
The award was formally presented by...
Ghana Accelerates Cryptocurrency Regulation Efforts
Africa-Press - Ghana. Ghana is working swiftly to implement formal cryptocurrency regulations by the end of December, underscoring a wider effort across Africa to manage a rapidly expanding digital asset market that currently lacks clear oversight. However, the initiative carries a notable paradox,...
Local Govt Officers Urged to use Digital Platforms
Africa-Press - Uganda. The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of ICT and National Guidance, Dr. Aminah Zawedde, has called on Local Government communication officers to embrace digital platforms as effective tools for engaging Uganda’s youthful and tech-savvy population.
Speaking to the...
Ministry of ICT Inaugurates New Media Council Members
Africa-Press - Uganda. The Ministry of ICT and National Guidance has inaugurated new members of the Uganda Media Council, marking a renewed era of professionalism, ethics, and accountability within the country’s media landscape. The ceremony, attended by government officials and media...
Uganda'S Diacente Group Partners with GSN for $5.5B Project
Africa-Press - Uganda. Diacente Group, a prominent Ugandan developer specializing in green industrial zones, has announced a strategic partnership with the US-based Global Settlement Network (GSN) to launch an ambitious $5.5 billion project aimed at building national digital infrastructure across...
Media Regulation Hinders South Sudan's Access to Information
Africa-Press - South-Sudan. As internet access becomes a cornerstone of modern democracy, South Sudanese citizens are calling for better regulation and greater affordability to enjoy their constitutional right to information fully. While the law guarantees every citizen access to official records...
Govt Distributes 4,500 Tablets to Boost Digital Transformation
Africa-Press - Uganda. The Government of Uganda has embarked on a major digital drive to strengthen the implementation of the Parish Development Model (PDM) by distributing 4,500 tablets to 3,900 SACCOS across the country.
The initiative, spearheaded by the Ministry of ICT and National Guidance...
GOVERNMENT ENDORSES REVIVAL OF NATIONAL MEDIA AWARDS
Africa-Press - Eswatini. The Ministry of Information, Communications and Technology (ICT) has officially endorsed the revival of the National Media Awards (NMAs), a prestigious platform aimed at recognising excellence, professionalism, and credibility within Eswatini’s media fraternity.
In a...
IUCN lists African Penguin as critically endangered
Africa-Press - South-Africa. The African Penguin has been listed as critically endangered by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), marking a significant decline in its population.
The union has released its latest Red List of Threatened Species.
The African Penguin, which...
Escccom New Board Embraces Innovation for Digital Transformation
Africa-Press - Eswatini. Eswatini’s digital future is set to take a bold leap forward as the Ministry of ICT announces the appointment of a new board for the Eswatini Communications Commission (ESCCOM). The move signals a fresh approach to governance, centred on innovation, strategic thinking,...
GAMTEL Warns against Unauthorized use of Poles
Africa-Press - Gambia. The Gambia Telecommunications Company Limited (GAMTEL) has raised serious concerns over the unauthorized use of its utility poles by certain cable television and hotspot internet providers operating without prior approval.
In a press release issued on Tuesday, October 14,...
Uganda Digital Society Partners with Red & Yellow for Skills
Africa-Press - Uganda. The Uganda Digital Society has announced a strategic collaboration with Red & Yellow, Africa’s leading authority in creative and business solutions, aimed at enhancing digital literacy and empowering Uganda’s workforce with future-ready skills.
The partnership will...
Ghana to Host Maiden Africa AI Conference in November
Africa-Press - Ghana. Ghana is set to host the maiden edition of the Africa Artificial Intelligence (AI) conference, being organised by the Africa Education Trust Fund (AETF).
The conference, which will focus on how AI can be responsibly leveraged to accelerate Africa’s digital and...
Baryomunsi Urges Action in Africa'S Digital Transformation
Africa-Press - Uganda. The Digital Government Africa Summit has emphasized the urgent need for African countries to accelerate their digital transformation journey beyond policy discussions to tangible action.
Speaking at the summit attended by the State Minister for Internal Affairs, Gen David...
Five Countries Where the Rand Goes Further for Travelers
Africa-Press - South-Africa. Travel may be expensive, but by taking advantage of exchange rates, South Africans can make their money go much further.
For many South Africans, travelling overseas may seem completely unattainable. However, Nedbank told Daily Investor that there are certain things...
Next Media Launches Next Creata to Transform Creativity
Africa-Press - Uganda. Next Media has unveiled Next Creata, a groundbreaking platform aimed at transforming Uganda’s creative and influencer economy by enabling artists, creators, and influencers to earn sustainably from their work.
Speaking at the launch ceremony, attended by dignitaries,...
Right-Hand Drive Vehicles Allowed for Registration in Rwanda
Africa-Press - Rwanda. While all vehicles registered in Rwanda are required to have their steering wheel on the left-hand side, a new legislation has introduced certain exceptions.
Left-hand drive vehicles are standard in Rwanda, as the country follows a right-hand traffic system.
According...
Eswatini Strengthens Data Protection for Cybersecurity Month
Africa-Press - Eswatini. October has once again been declared Cybersecurity and Data Protection Awareness Month in Eswatini, with a renewed nationwide drive to empower citizens to guard their personal information in an increasingly digital world.
The Eswatini Communications Commission (ESCCOM),...