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AfCFTA Secretariat and Quest Ghana sign agreement to establish Digital Trade Corridor

The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat and Quest Ghana Limited have signed an agreement in Accra to establish the AfCFTA Digital Trade Corridor, a digital trade infrastructure initiative aimed at connecting African businesses with ma

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African Union and International Solar Alliance partner to accelerate Africa’s solar transition

The African Union Commission and the International Solar Alliance (ISA) have strengthened their partnership to accelerate Africa’s clean energy transition, with a new Joint Declaration setting out a broader framework for cooperation on solar energy develo

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SANSA launches Software and Systems Engineering Bootcamp to enhance digital capability

The South African National Space Agency (SANSA) has launched its inaugural Software and Systems Engineering Bootcamp to enhance internal digital capability and support the development of sustainable and sovereign technology systems for the country’s space

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Côte d’Ivoire campaigns for return to ITU Council with focus on digital inclusion

Côte d’Ivoire has stepped up its campaign to regain a seat on the Council of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) for the 2027–2030 term, seeking a stronger role in shaping global policy on telecommunications and digital technologies.

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World Bank begins review of Malawi’s $150 million Digital Acceleration Project

The World Bank has commenced a five-day Implementation Support Mission for Malawi’s $150 million Digital Malawi Acceleration Project (DMAP), with a focus on reviewing implementation progress, addressing emerging challenges and setting priorities for the n

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Yas Tanzania launches Tumaini Campaign to support expectant mothers

Yas Tanzania has launched the Tumaini Campaign, an employee-led initiative aimed at supporting expectant mothers and contributing to safer and more dignified pregnancy and childbirth experiences across the country.

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Ghana Data Protection Commission deepens regional engagement to expand privacy services

The Data Protection Commission (DPC) is strengthening collaboration with regional authorities to expand its presence across Ghana and bring privacy, data protection and responsible data governance services closer to institutions, businesses and citizens.

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MTN Skills Academy Sponsorship Challenge supports skills development for 20 learners in Congo

Twenty learners in the Republic of Congo have benefited from skills development opportunities through the second edition of the MTN Skills Academy Sponsorship Challenge, which also generated 647 certifications across the participating programmes.

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DCO approves expansion to 24 Member States with Kenya and Zambia among new candidates

The Digital Cooperation Organization (DCO) Council has approved the candidature of eight countries to join the organization as Member States, potentially expanding its membership from 16 to 24 countries representing approximately 980 million people.

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Senegal and Gambia move forward digital cooperation roadmap

Senegal and The Gambia have agreed to accelerate the implementation of their digital cooperation agreement, with a focus on connectivity, cybersecurity, capacity building and digital transformation.

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