Author: Akin Naphtal

The Minister for Communications and Digitalisation (MoCD) recently embarked on a tour of five training centers in the Ashanti Region, generating enthusiasm and appreciation among beneficiaries of the Girls-in-ICT initiative. This program, inspired by the International Telecommunication Union’s Resolution 70, aims to empower girls and women through Information and Communication Technology (ICT). During the visit, the Minister observed firsthand how the initiative has bridged the gender digital divide and opened doors for young girls to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). The program’s robust training modules include:• Computer Programming: Introducing participants to coding and software development fundamentals.•…

As part of activities for the Girls-In-ICT programme in the Ashanti Region, the Hon Minister for Communications and Digitalisation (MoCD) Mrs Ursula Owusu-Ekuful (MP) will on Friday, 15th November 2024, tour five )5) training centres. The Minister’s tour will provide an opportunity to engage directly with the girls, gain firsthand insight into their experiences, and understand how the training has impacted their knowledge and aspirations. ALSO READ: COMMUNICATIONS MINISTRY MAKES STRIDES IN PROMOTING GIICT IN ASHANTI REGION Training centers to visit are; Kumasi Senior Technical School; Pentecost Senior High School; Adventist SHS; Serwaa Nyarko SHS and Kumasi Anglican SHS.

The Ministry of Communications and Digitalisation (MoCD) is making great strides in promoting the National Girls-In-ICT (GIICT) Programme in the Ashanti Region. Led by Naa Korkoi Essah, the Ministry’s Head of Public Relations, they’ve been engaging with various media outlets in Kumasi to raise awareness about the program’s benefits. The Girls-In-ICT Programme, themed “Leadership,” is all about bridging the gender digital divide by empowering young girls with essential ICT skills, building their confidence, and prepping them for opportunities in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). The program’s training modules are comprehensive, it covers – Computer Programming: teaching girls the basics…

Orange Middle East and Africa (OMEA) and the German Cooperation (GIZ) announced the launch of the “Master Repair” project, an initiative aimed at enhancing youth employability in Morocco, Tunisia, Senegal, and Egypt. The €2.85 million project, co-financed by both partners, will offer specialized training in electronic device repair as well as solar panel and fiber optics installation and maintenance, targeting young men and women, including individuals with disabilities. The project, which aligns with OMEA’s commitment to social inclusion, aims to empower young people with practical skills in sustainable technologies and to support the growth of micro-enterprises in these fields. According…

Tunisia’s Minister of Communications Technology, Sofiene Hemissi. said the North African nation is set to implement a comprehensive digital transformation and artificial intelligence (AI) strategy, a move aiming to enhancing infrastructure, public services, and the digital economy. The announcement was made during the 10th International Forum for Chief Information Officers (CIOs), which took place in Hammamet Minister Hemissi highlighted that the national digital transformation strategy will focus on digitizing administrative and public services, fostering the digital economy, and bolstering innovation and entrepreneurship in digital fields. Key areas of development will include communication network infrastructure and a stronger legislative framework to…

Africa Data Centres (ADC) is set to extend its footprint across West and North Africa, according to the company’s interim CEO, Finhai Munzara. Speaking at the Africa Tech Festival 2024 in Cape Town, the interim CEO, Finhai Munzara revealed the company’s plans to capitalize on the continent’s growing demand for cloud and data services. While South Africa currently represents the largest market for ADC in terms of scale, Munzara emphasized the company’s interest in tapping into opportunities in other regions. He attributed the demand surge to the accelerated adoption of cloud services and digital transformation, which are driving a significant…

Nokia has announced a partnership with Fibertime to deploy advanced fiber solutions. The collaboration aims to connect 1.5 million new customers using Nokia’s Lightspan FX Optical Line Terminals (OLTs) and Wi-Fi 6-enabled Optical Network Terminals (ONTs), making a significant step toward enhancing internet access in underserved South African regions The expansion project, set to roll out in major cities like Cape Town, Johannesburg, Gqeberha, Mangaung, and Stellenbosch, will begin with an initial deployment of 500,000 Wi-Fi 6-enabled ONTs over the next three years, focusing on underserved homes. Plans include extending connectivity to additional communities and neighboring countries. With less than…

Nigeria and the United Kingdom have pledged to enhance cooperation to tackle rising cybercrime, marking a significant step in their broader strategic partnership. The commitment was announced during a high-level roundtable in Abuja, focusing on strategies to bolster Nigeria’s cybersecurity and digital resilience. The roundtable, held at the Office of the National Security Adviser, gathered cybersecurity experts and industry leaders from both nations. Leading the discussions, Kashifu Inuwa, Director-General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), underscored the importance of fortifying Nigeria’s cybersecurity infrastructure. Inuwa highlighted that resilience in cybersecurity is essential not only for national security but also…

In a paradigm shift from traditional in-house data management, KCB Group, Kenya’s largest bank by market value, has completed a major migration of its IT infrastructure to iColo, a tier III data center provider with facilities in Nairobi’s Karen and Gigiri areas. With a market capitalization of approximately $963.3 million (KES 124 billion), the bank’s decision marks a new trend among financial institutions in Kenya, with cost control as a driving factor. The transition, which began in 2022, underscores a growing movement among Kenyan banks towards colocation, a model where companies lease space within larger data centers. According to sources…

The Ministry of Communications and Digitalisation (MoCD) has launched training for the Third batch of 1,000 girls in the Ashanti Region as part of the “Girls-in-ICT” program. This training initiative, covering 47 districts, is organized in three batches. Currently, the beneficiary districts are Oforikrom Municipal, Asokwa Municipal, Nhyiaso Sub Metro, Afigya Kwabre South, Afigya Kwabre North, Suame Municipal, Manhyia North Sub Metro, Manhyia South Sub Metro, Asokore Mampong Municipal, Kwabre East Municipal, Old Tafo Municipal, Subin Sub Metro, Bantama Sub Metro, and Atwima Nwabiagya North. The beneficiary districts for the second batch were Ejura Sekyere Odumasi, Mampong Municipal, Sekyere Central,…