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Bahrain, first country in the Middle East to acquire the latest system used for human genome sequencing

​The Kingdom of Bahrain, through its Ministry of Health, has become the first country in the Middle East to acquire and inaugurate the use of the cutting-edge NovaSeqTM X Plus system for human genome sequencing. This decision is part of the Kingdom’s commitment to continue to develop therapeutic and diagnostic services in line with the …

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South Africa: BT Joins Forces with Digital Realty to Empower Customers in Leveraging Data Value.

BT has unveiled its revolutionary Global Fabric network-as-a-service (NaaS) in collaboration with Digital Realty’s carrier neutral facilities (CNFs) across strategic locations worldwide. This innovative initiative aims to assist customers in maximizing the potential of their data by ensuring secure and compliant access across their businesses, providing IT leaders with centralized control of connectivity and enhancing …

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Bolt Suspends Over 5,000 Drivers in Kenya Over Safety Non-Compliance.

Bolt, an on-demand mobility platform, recently disclosed the suspension of more than 5,000 drivers from its platform within Kenya over the past six months. These suspensions were attributed to various safety-related issues and non-compliance matters, highlighting the company’s unwavering commitment to prioritizing the safety of both riders and drivers. Linda Ndungu, Bolt Kenya’s Country Manager, …

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NEC XON and MTN launch Africa’s first 400G optical transponder

MTN Group and NEC XON have announce the successful deployment of Africa’s first 400G optical transponder solution, Phoenix. This initiative marks a significant milestone for the telecommunications industry in Africa, with the potential to revolutionise the way optical networks are built and operated, thereby transforming internet delivery across the continent. The Phoenix solution marks a …

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Chinese software firm Supermap International inks deal with Kenya to boost geospatial tech

Chinese technology firm, Supermap International, has signed an agreement with Kenya’s Directorate of Resource Surveys and Remote Sensing (DRSRS), aimed at enhancing the East African nation’s proficiency in geospatial technology. The agreement entails training for over 70 Kenyan government officials, academics and private sector individuals in advanced Geographic Information Systems (GIS) over the course of …

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Tongxin Micro partners with Valid to boost eSIM global deployment

Tongxin Micro, an industry-leading semiconductor solution provider, and Valid, a provider of interoperable eSIM services around the world, have jointly launched a comprehensive eSIM one-stop solution for global OEMs. This solution has successfully passed the GSMA’s eSIM product filing audit, establishing Tongxin Micro as China’s first and the world’s foremost provider of eSIM solutions for …

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Archer Aviation Leads the Charge in Urban Air Mobility with Innovative Flying Taxis.

Archer Aviation is propelling the dream of flying taxis into a tangible reality with its groundbreaking development of Midnight—a four-passenger electric-powered vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. At the Dubai Airshow, Billy Nolen, the company’s chief safety officer, affirmed that what once belonged to the realm of science fiction is now turning into a remarkable …

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Kaspersky opens its first African Transparency Center in Rwanda

As part of the Africa Cyber Defense Forum (ACDF), Kaspersky has announced the opening of its first Transparency Center in the African region. The new center, located in Kigali, Rwanda, is opening as part of Kaspersky’s Global Transparency Initiative, established to highlight the reliability of the company’s solutions and advocate for greater transparency throughout the …

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South Africa: Teraco commences CT2 data centre expansion, increasing critical IT load to 50MW

Africa’s interconnection hub and vendor-neutral data centre provider Teraco, has announced a 30 megawatt (MW) expansion of its CT2 hyperscale data centre facility in Brackenfell, Cape Town, South Africa. The expansion is scheduled for completion in early 2025 and will incorporate the latest environmentally sustainable cooling and water management designs. The facility expansion caters for …

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Kenya: Machakos students with special needs benefit from government’s digital Lab

Konza Technopolis has launched the first ever Jitume Lab for youth with special needs at the Machakos Technical Training Institute for the Blind. The launch was presided over by the Chief of Staff and Head of Public Service, Mr. Felix Koskei. “I’m delighted to preside over this auspicious occasion where we are empowering our youth …

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