Author: ITPulse

TD Africa, a distributor of cutting-edge technology solutions in Africa, splashed at the recent Huawei Connect 2024 held at the Sandton Convention Center in Johannesburg. Themed “Accelerate Industrial Intelligence,” the event brought together policymakers, tech enthusiasts, and industry leaders to celebrate outstanding partners and unveil new solutions. TD Africa walked away with multiple awards, a testament to their exceptional performance across various areas: Unmatched After-Sales Support: Recognized for their commitment to customer satisfaction through exceptional after-sales services. Exceptional Distribution Network: Applauded for a deep understanding of the African market, extensive network reach, and strong relationships across the continent. Unwavering Commitment…

QNET, a direct-selling company, recently held its V-Convention in Malaysia. The event attracts thousands of attendees globally and is seen as a platform to showcase the company’s commitment to transparency, ethical business practices and entrepreneur empowerment. Biram Fall, QNET’s Regional General Manager for Sub-Saharan Africa, emphasized that V-Convention allows stakeholders to witness firsthand QNET’s dedication to product quality, ethical business practices, and supporting its distributor network. “The convention brings together a diverse group of individuals, including marketing professionals, entrepreneurs, and media representatives,” he said at a Thursday webinar organised for Nigerian journalists. Notably, QNET has invited Nigerian journalists to the…

By Kehinde Ogundare According to the United Nations, artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to contribute up to $15.7 trillion to the global economy by 2030 – of which $1.2 trillion could be generated by Africa. With the potential to unlock significant growth and development in key industries across the continent, AI is fundamentally changing how businesses operate, driving innovation, improving efficiencies, and transforming lives. Businesses of all sizes that have already invested in AI are reaping its benefits, from increasing business productivity and agility to improving customer experience and decision-making with McKinsey noting that AI leaders are outperforming their…

By Martin Ekpeke The Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani, announced a major collaboration with the Ministry of Interior to improve emergency response in Nigeria. During a meeting with Olubunmi Tunji Ojo, his counterpart from the Ministry of Interior, the two Ministers explored ways to leverage technology for better service delivery. A key outcome of the meeting is the adoption of the 112 emergency numbers by all relevant agencies. This initiative, facilitated by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), will bring services from the Nigerian Immigration Service, Nigeria Correctional Service, Nigeria Security & Civil Defence Corp, and the…

The global data center market is expected to grow by 30 percent and hit over $430 billion value by 2028, data presented by Stocklytics.com has shown. The growth, according to Stocklytics.com is a result of the surging use of AI technologies, which require significant computing power and storage, which has only fuelled the data center boom. Over the past decade, the once-niche piece of IT infrastructure- data centers- has become the talk of the investment world and a massive revenue driver for tech giants. Amazon Web Services generate almost 20% of the e-commerce giant`s revenue today. At the same time,…

By Martin Ekpeke The booming Nigerian technology space gets more traction recently following the visit by German entrepreneurs, innovators, and investors to Lagos, Nigeria, to seek potential collaboration between the two nations. The recent trip to Lagos was anchored by the Delegation of German Industry and Commerce in Nigeria (AHK Nigeria) and the German Corporation for International Cooperation (GIZ), and is aimed at bridging the gap between talent and opportunities across continents. One of the areas of potential collaboration is the Healthcare sector, as Gernot Sümmermann, founder of Cynteract, highlighted: “There are not many physiotherapists in Nigeria.” The German delegates…

Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI), organizer of the annual Information Communication Technology and Telecommunications Expo (ICTEL Expo) has said this year’s event will focus on emerging technologies, cybersecurity, renewable energy, and the future of Information Communications and Technology. This was disclosed by Prince Abimbola Olashore, Chairman of the Trade Promotion Board at LCCI during a press conference in Lagos yesterday. He said the theme of the year’s event is “New Tech, New Threats and New Opportunities.” According to him, the theme encapsulates the essence of ICTEL EXPO 2024, highlighting the transformative power of emerging technologies, mitigating the associated…

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KashFox, the innovative digital rewards platform, is gearing up for its official launch and promises to redefine how users earn rewards online. Designed for a new generation of savvy digital users, KashFox offers an exciting space where individuals can earn rewards by taking surveys, testing apps and games, and referring friends. The platform aims to combine simplicity, transparency, and value, providing users with an intuitive interface and seamless earning experience. Unlike traditional rewards platforms, KashFox focuses on creating meaningful engagements between brands and users while ensuring maximum value for every action taken. “We believe everyone deserves to be rewarded for…

The Global Expert Panel Aims to Strengthen Africa’s Tourism And Travel Sector By Driving Sustainable Growth and Global Recognition The Public Relations Global Network (PRGN) has announced today the launch of the Global Expert Panel on tourism and travel for Africa, led by its member agency, the Newmark Group, a strategic communications and advisory firm headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya. This pioneering initiative brings together top communications and marketing experts and leaders from across the world to arm tourism and destination management organisations with deep local insights and data from source countries. It underscores the importance of understanding cultural nuances to…