Author: ITPulse

Zipline, the global leader in instant logistics, and CorpsAfrica, a global NGO that recruits and trains educated African youth as volunteers to live and work in rural, under-resourced communities, have joined forces to tackle the critical need for safe and adequate blood supplies in health facilities across Ghana. This partnership aims to increase blood supplies through a series of comprehensive initiatives, leveraging the strengths and reach of both organizations to save more lives. Despite the importance of a reliable blood supply for effective healthcare delivery, recent data has revealed a troubling trend of low voluntary blood donations in Ghana. In…

African payments leader Interswitch and global real-time payments software giant ACI Worldwide have strengthened their over 20-year partnership to champion digital payments across the African continent. At a high-profile customer engagement event held at Lagos’ Eko Hotel and Suites recently, the two companies highlighted the instrumental roles they have played in shaping Africa’s payments ecosystem with cutting-edge payment solutions designed to revolutionize the continent’s financial landscape. Boosting digital payments was a central theme, with discussions exploring innovative solutions and transformative strategies to propel business development and reshape the payment landscape. Industry experts shared insights on modern financial sector trends and…

By Martin Ekpeke Facts about why the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) temporarily suspended license issuance in three telecom categories have emerged. The three categories are Value Added Services (VAS) Aggregator Licences, Interconnect Exchange Service Licences and Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) Licences. Findings by ITPulse revealed three reasons why the telecom regulator took the decision that was made public recently. They are: Market Review: The NCC seeks to assess market saturation, competition dynamics, and potential service improvement opportunities within these categories. Enhanced Competitiveness: The review aims to create a more level playing field for existing licensees and encourage better service…

Nigeria is in talks with the World Bank to finance a significant expansion of its fiber optic cable network, aiming to become Africa’s third-largest in the category, Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani has said. Disclosing this on his X handles during the kickoff of Nigeria Week in Washington, United States, the Minister said the initiative follows the recent government approval of a special purpose vehicle to oversee the project’s delivery, targeting an additional 90,000 kilometers of cables. “Excellent discussions with the World Bank Global Digital Development team on our digital economy agenda, particularly our plans to build…

By Lerato Bojabotseha Youth are the active drivers of technology adoption and innovation, often being the first to embrace new developments, and thus setting trends and encouraging businesses to incorporate such advancements. Given that over 60% of South Africa’s population is under age 35, according to figures published by Statista, the country’s youthful population is uniquely positioned to embrace and shape the future of technology. This trend is evident in how Generation Z is currently shaping the way people communicate and this in turn is compelling businesses to amend their communication strategies to suit this demographic. In line with this,…

Are you in the market for a new smartphone that won’t break the bank, delivers exceptional performance, and has many benefits? Allow me to introduce you to the TECNO POVA 6 Neo. You might have heard some buzz about this device, but here are five compelling reasons why the TECNO POVA 6 Neo has to be your next smartphone. Without further ado, let’s dive in! The TECNO POVA 6 Neo has a massive 7000mAh battery, ensuring you stay connected, productive, and entertained for days without frequent recharges. Whether navigating through a busy workday or indulging in marathon gaming sessions, this…

Data made available by the Nigeria Internet Registration Association (NiRA) has shown that the number of registered .ng domain names has surpassed 225,533, showcasing the increasing popularity of this digital identity for Nigerian businesses and individuals. This was disclosed by NiRA President, Adesola Akinsanya who led a team at ICANN80 meeting in Kigali, Rwanda. According to him, this milestone highlights NiRA’s commitment to promoting .ng domain adoption and fostering Nigeria’s digital space. “Growing to 225,000 .ng domain name registrations underscores the domain’s significance and its role in establishing a strong digital identity for businesses and individuals alike,” he said. Here…

Zoho Corporation, a leading global technology company, today announced early access to Zoho CRM for Everyone, a new set of industry-first capabilities aimed at democratising CRM to all teams involved in customer operations activities. The company also unveiled significant enhancements to its offerings for professional developers and app development teams. These include early access to new services within Catalyst, the company’s pro-code full-stack development platform, and the general availability of Zoho Apptics, an application analytics solution that enables developers to track the in-app usage and performance of applications built on iOS, macOS, Android, and other platforms. “Businesses are looking for…

The duo of Rack Centre and AWS have joined hands to improve internet connectivity across Africa. This was made possible during a recent webinar, “AWS Direct Connect: Extend Your On-Premise Networks into AWS,” which brought together industry experts to discuss this critical topic. The session focused on how AWS Direct Connect can address connectivity challenges and open up new opportunities for businesses in Nigeria and Zambia. Experts highlighted how Direct Connect offers businesses a dependable solution for managing and scaling their network traffic. With real-time bandwidth adjustments, businesses can avoid exceeding their limits and maintain optimal performance. Additionally, the platform’s…

By Martin Ekpeke The call for data hosting in Nigeria is primarily propelled by factors such as digitalization, advancements in technology, the presence of major operators, internet penetration and government initiatives in Nigeria, where its data centre market stands out as one of the fastest-growing in Africa. Federal government agencies like the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) and the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) have advocated for data domestication, emphasizing the importance of keeping data within the country’s borders. This push is contributing to a growing awareness among stakeholders regarding the benefits of leveraging local data centres for various…