Blockchain technology could be the key to fighting corruption in Africa. With its decentralized nature and ability to track transactions, blockchain could help Africans keep corrupt officials accountable. In fighting…
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- Government & TechCybersecurityWest Africa
Why are Security Agencies not Using NIN Database to Combat Terrorism?
Prof. Isa Pantami, the minister of Communications and Digital Economy, has criticized the country’s security authorities for not using the NIN Database to combat terrorism. He wondered why they are…
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On Monday, July 19th, 2022, the Vice President of Ghana, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia formally launched the National Electronic Pharmacy Platform (NEPP) in Accra, Ghana. The former Deputy Governor of the…
- Government & TechInternetSouthern Africa
Google’s Dominance Questioned by SA Competition Watchdog
by Susubiribi Brako Akomea 3.8 minutes readThe Competition Commission (CompCom) of South Africa (SA) is of the opinion that Google Search’s preference for positioning its own specialized search units distorts the market for the company’s benefit.…
- Government & TechTelecoms & Mobile
Labour Minister of SA will Obstruct Privatization Proposals for Eskom
by Susubiribi Brako Akomea 1.5 minutes readThe ailing power provider of South Africa, Eskom, is struggling to generate power, prevent outages, and pay back R396 billion in debt. South Africa’s labour minister said he will obstruct…