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South Africa addresses ICT skills shortage
South Africa’s Department of Communications has created a National e-Skills Dialogue Initiative (NeSDI) in an attempt to address the prevailing skills shortage in the country’s Information and Communications Technology (ICT) sector.
New Technology Innovation Agency for South Africa
A new act, signed into South Africa law in December 2008, has seen the creation of a new public entity, called the Technology Innovation Agency (TIA).
ITNewsAfrica.com looking for Africa’s ICT thought leaders
ITNewsAfrica.com is looking for thought leaders in Africa’s Information and Communication Technology (ICT) sector to contribute editorial content to the site. In an effort to share information and opinions about the continent’s burning ICT issues, we would like to invite…
One Laptop Per Child initiative launched in Africa
The One Laptop Per Child (OLPC) initiative, which aims to improve education and learning among children in poorer communities, has been introduced to the African continent.
Institute plans African science education network
The African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS), a Cape Town, South Africa based organization dedicated to the development of the sciences on the African continent, is planning to create a pan-African network of teaching institutions.
CEO of Cell C romoured to move to Telkom
According to a report on the Business Day website (www.businessday.co.za), Cell C CEO Jeffrey Hedberg might not renew his contract at the South African mobile service provider. It is rumoured that he may join Telkom later this year.
New Kenyan law tough on online criminals
A new law being promulgated in Kenya spells out tough penalties for criminals using cellular phones or the internet to perpetrate crimes.
Sony Ericsson CTO resigns
The Chief Technology Officer of Sony Ericsson, Mats Lindoff, has resigned from his position to pursue other opportunities.
SA ICT company Faritec raises additional capital
Faritec Holdings Limited, a leading black empowerment ICT company in South Africa, is raising an additional ZAR20 million in capital to ensure long term sustainability of the business.
Microsoft appoints EMEA Retail Sales and Marketing VP
Microsoft today announced the appointment of Jeremy Dale to EMEA Regional Vice President of Retail Sales and Marketing in the Entertainment & Devices Division. Dale will be responsible for expanding the reach of Microsoft consumer products and continuing to strengthen…
New private equity fund for Middle East and North Africa
The Carlyle Group, a global private equity firm, has said in a press release that it has established its first Middle East and North Africa (MENA) fund, totaling around US$500 million.
Nigeria plans to amend Communications Act
In an effort to enhance the ability of stakeholders in the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) sector in Nigeria, the country’s Senate has decided to amend its Communications Act.
MTN recruits Michael Essien for 2010 FIFA World Cup campaign
Michael Essien has signed on as the MTN 2010 Associate to represent the mobile operator’s brand around the world, as the countdown to the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa continues up to the kick-off on 11 June of next…
New Zimbabwean Prime Minister turns to web to promote transparency
Morgan Tsvangirai, newly appointed Prime Minister of Zimbabwe, plans to use the internet to promote transparency and inform the country’s citizens of the activities and initiatives of the newly-created coalition government.
Head of Google South Africa resigns
Stafford Masie, Chief Executive of Google South Africa has resigned from his position at the company. Masie, who joined Google in 2007 after a stint as South African country manager of Novell, cited personal reasons for the split from the…
SAP gets new Africa Executive Sales Director
SAP has appointed Martin Gunther Schirmer as Executive Sales Director for Large Enterprises (LE) in Africa. He replaces Errol Strydom, who had recently retired from the position. In line with SAP’s strategy to elevate performers within their ranks to top…
