How telecom sector steers digital technological development in Africa Digital technology has become part and parcel of the world development endeavor.<\/p>\n
Many socio-economic transformations happening now in Africa have mostly stimulated by digital technology in both rural and urban settings.<\/p>\n
New mobile and computer-based programmes are among of the digital technology that has brought prosperity in fastest growing continent especially the way business community conduct and plan for their activities.<\/p>\n
This is in turn is having a profound impact on employment and productivity, helping to boost the economic growth of countries across the continent.<\/p>\n
In many countries, digital progress has been made possible by a strong foundation of digital infrastructure backed by government law and policies as well as private sector contributions.<\/p>\n
Recently, US based Microsoft enlightened the importance of fostering the right technological skills across Africa, in order to safeguard the continent\u2019s digital future.<\/p>\n
The global tech firm\u2019s Regional Manager for the Middle East and African Region, Ibrahim Youssry said Microsoft is commitment in fostering a knowledge-based economy by redefining education and working to empower the youth.<\/p>\n
He said, since 2017 the company has up skilled 4.8 million underserved youths across Africa, helping improve their employability, alongside enabling 1,500 aspiring entrepreneurs to establish their own businesses.<\/p>\n
Just last month, the Nigerian government signed a Memorandum of Understanding with IBM, to work together to bridge the digital literacy gap in the country, according to Ventures Africa.<\/p>\n
This new programme will mean Nigerians in rural areas will be provided with access to digital literacy programmes to equip them with the necessary skills for the modern world.<\/p>\n
In Tanzania, private companies have long been essential in driving forward the country\u2019s digital development.<\/p>\n
According to GSM, telecoms sector in particular has been at the forefront of this, evidenced by their financial commitment to the country\u2019s development.<\/p>\n
It is reported that the fastest growing sector has attracted investment of over TZS 6 trillion to date.<\/p>\n
This is undoubtedly a noteworthy sum, but Tanzania want to ensure this level of investment continues into the future, to allow the sector to continue flourishing.<\/p>\n
It is evident that the investment must ensure the business environment can adapt when necessary to facilitate future development.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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