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Post Archive for July 2013

Recapping the West Africa Internet Governance Forum 2013
July 10, 2013 ♦ Comments Off on Recapping the West Africa Internet Governance Forum 2013

The sixth session of its kind, West Africa Internet Governance Forum (WAIGF) 2013 aimed to promote the multi-stakeholder model for further Internet development in Africa.

A look at ICT happenings in South Sudan as the young nation heads into its third year of independence
July 9, 2013 ♦ Comments Off on A look at ICT happenings in South Sudan as the young nation heads into its third year of independence
A look at ICT happenings in South Sudan as the young nation heads into its third year of independence

South Sudan faces notable challenges as it heads into a 3rd of year of independence. ICT is one that hinges on broader economic success.

Reasons why African nations are wise to update (or create) a national broadband policy
July 3, 2013 ♦ Comments Off on Reasons why African nations are wise to update (or create) a national broadband policy

The presence of a national broadband plan equates to a 2.5% increase in fixed broadband penetration (7.4% in mobile). African nations should consider updating or creating new plans.

On Twitter, heavy African business and technology interest from within Kenya, South Africa, Egypt, Nigeria
July 2, 2013 ♦ Comments Off on On Twitter, heavy African business and technology interest from within Kenya, South Africa, Egypt, Nigeria

On Twitter, African business and technology interest is very heavily concentrated in Kenya, South Africa, Egypt, and Nigeria.

EACO Congress stresses need for East African broadband framework
July 1, 2013 ♦ Comments Off on EACO Congress stresses need for East African broadband framework

The week-long 20th East African Communications Organization (EACO) Congress and Exhibition addressed issues pertinent to the ICT sector in the East African region.