Uganda: Digital Number Plate Delays Lock Up Billions As Businesses, Motorists Count Losses

KIRA’S URBAN TAKEOFF: Inside the Shs135 Billion Transformation Engine, Decentralisation Push and Data-Driven Boom Redefining Uganda’s Fastest-Growing Municipality

KIRA MUNICIPALITY, UGANDA — Permanent Secretary for Local Government, Mr. Ben Kumumanya, has repeatedly emphasised the need for local government leaders and institutions to prioritise service delivery and ensure that government programmes reach the wanainchi—ordinary citizens—under Uganda’s decentralisation framework led by the Office of the President. That message now echoes across Uganda’s fast-growing urban corridors, [] The post KIRA’S URBAN TAKEOFF: Inside the Shs135 Billion Transformation Engine, Decentralisation Push and Data-Driven Boom Redefining Uganda’s Fastest-Growing Municipality appeared first on Watchdog Uganda.

Artists suggested leveraging digital platforms

Kathmandu, July 5: With the rapid advancements in information and communication technology influencing almost all profes...

Ghana’s telcos owe musicians and it’s time to pay up

Telecom giants, particularly MTN Ghana with its “CallerTunez” service, rode that wave brilliantly in the mid-to-late 2000s. By around 2008, CRBTs had become a cultural staple across Africa, and Ghana was no exception. Subscribers loved it. Artists gained visibility. Telcos made significant profits.

Is your mobile data running out too quickly? Here's what the NCC says

Many Nigerians report fast mobile data depletion despite unchanged usage. The NCC identifies factors and offers tips to manage data efficiently...

Zambia Records 409 Road Accidents Over Heroes and Unity Holiday, 43 Killed, Police Say

ZAMBIA recorded 409 road traffic accidents during the 2026 Heroes and Unity Holiday period, with 43 people killed, the Zambia Police Service has announced. In a statement issued, Police Public Relations Officer Godfrey Chilabi said the accidents occurred between July 3 at 18:00 hours and July 8 at 06:00 hours. Of the 409 accidents, 40 [] The post Zambia Records 409 Road Accidents Over Heroes and Unity Holiday, 43 Killed, Police Say first appeared on Mwebantu.

Uganda military chief orders closure of major news outlets

Nation Media Group's NTV Uganda, Spark TV, and the Daily Monitor, which have historically been among Uganda's more independent voices despite operating under restrictions, were forced off the air

MTN Nigeria has more fiber cuts daily than Saudi Arabia yearly – Toriola

The Chief Executive Officer of MTN Nigeria, Karl Olutokun Toriola, has explained the challenges the telecommunications industry operator faces in Nigeria. In an interview on TVC, Toriola explained that there are more fiber cuts in Nigeria in a day than in Saudi Arabia yearly. He noted that vandalism and uncontrolled roads are major reasons for [] MTN Nigeria has more fiber cuts daily than Saudi Arabia yearly – Toriola

UK: Channel crossings by migrants down 41% in first half of 2026

UK: Channel crossings by migrants down 41% in first half of 2026

Beyond Discounts: Building a Sustainable Electronic Taxi Industry 

Advertorial The electronic taxi industry in Ethiopia has grown rapidly over the past decade, transforming the way people move around cities and creating new economic opportunities for thousands of drivers. As competition intensifies and new players enter the market, consumers are benefiting from lower fares, promotional offers, and a wider range of choices. While affordable []

Women Are Better Driver Than Men, 9-10 Pm Most Risky Time To Drive

Zuno's Road Safety Report 2026 reveals '9 PM-10 PM' as India's riskiest driving hour, highlighting behavioral habits over demographics.

Labé : un accident de la circulation fait un mort et plusieurs blessés à Dalein

Les accidents de la circulation continuent d’endeuiller des familles en Guinée. Dans la matinée de ce dimanche 5 juillet 2026, un accident sur la voie publique s’est produit dans la commune rurale de Dalein, relevant de la préfecture de Labé. Selon nos informations, un véhicule de transport en commun en provenance de la préfecture de [] The post Labé : un accident de la circulation fait un mort et plusieurs blessés à Dalein first appeared on Guineematin.com.

South Africa’s Vehicle Market Proves Resilient As Affordability Reshapes Demand

TransUnion’s Q1 2026 Mobility Insights Report highlights steady sales, rapid growth in Chinese brands, and rising interest in hybrid vehicles. South Africa’s passenger vehicle market remained resilient in the first quarter of 2026, but demand is evolving. Rising affordability pressures, higher fuel costs, the growth of Chinese brands and shifting powertrain preferences are reshaping the []

Harrier EV to XEV 9e, new MoRTH cyber rules may raise costs by ₹10,000–15,000 from October

From crash safety to cyber safety: New norms set to reshape India’s connected vehicle future

South Africa: Vulnerable Groups Moved to Drive-Inn Site As Malawi Repatriation Efforts Accelerate

[SAnews.gov.za] The relocation of vulnerable Malawian nationals -- including women, children and people with health challenges -- to the newly established Drive-Inn site is currently underway as government intensifies efforts to expedite the repatriation process.

Inside the Star-Studded TCL Nigeria Product Launch: A New Era of Premium Smart Living

The landscape of modern home entertainment and smart connectivity across the nation has been completely redefined following the grand TCL Nigeria Product Launch. Cementing its position as one of the Global Mini LED and Ultra Large Screen TV brand and one of the undisputed Mini LED TV brand locally by unit sales in H2 2025, [] The post Inside the Star-Studded TCL Nigeria Product Launch: A New Era of Premium Smart Living appeared first on BellaNaija - Showcasing Africa to the world. Read today!.

General : Maxim Ramps Up Efforts To Break Down Mobility Barriers For Underserved Groups

KUALA LUMPUR, June 27 (Bernama) -- E-hailing platform Maxim is ramping up efforts to break down mobility barriers for persons with disabilities, the elderly, low-income families, and other underserved groups nationwide by offering budget-friendly rides, smart tech solutions and strategic partnerships.

Cameroon : US firm Wave Mobile Money proceeds with caution

The launch of Wave Mobile Money on the Cameroonian market is proving trickier than anticipated. More than a year after [...]

Indonesia's Supreme Court Urges Lawyers to Uphold Reason, Instinct, and Conscience Amid Growing Legal Complexity

Jakarta (ANTARA) – As global legal complexity intensifies alongside rapid digital transformation and rising ...

Vestiges of press freedom in Uganda finally disappear down the drain

On 28th June, 2026, Ugandans woke up to a barrage of social media posts on General Muhoozi Kainerugaba’s X handle, most of them alluding to Uganda’s media and press freedom – his unbelief in it – and the closure of the biggest independent media house, Nation Media Group (NMG). The post Vestiges of press freedom in Uganda finally disappear down the drain appeared first on WAN-IFRA.

South African Telcos Demand OTT Platforms Fund Network Infrastructure Upkeep

JOHANNESBURG, Gauteng — A major debate has emerged in the local telecommunications sector as South African telcos demand OTT platforms like Netflix, WhatsApp, and YouTube contribute financially to the upkeep of the country’s network infrastructure. Led by the Association of Communications, the industry argues that the massive surge in digital traffic necessitates a new funding []

Renforcement de l’OGP : les engins acquis sous Aladji Cellou enfin réceptionnés

L’Office guinéen de publicité (OGP) a réceptionné, le lundi 7 juillet 2026, un nouveau lot d’engins roulants destiné à renforcer ses capacités opérationnelles. Il s’agit de deux pick-up et de 25 motos acquis dans le cadre du budget de l’établissement adopté en début d’année par le Conseil d’administration. Selon les informations recueillies, ces véhicules viennent []

Digital disruption squeezes media

Media houses worldwide are facing mounting financial pressure as digitalisation transforms how news is consumed and funded. Speaking at an engagement with business associates in Windhoek on Friday, Nangula Shejavali, on behalf of the Namibia Media Trust board, said the current model for many media houses is under real pressure. “Digital disruption has changed how [] The post Digital disruption squeezes media appeared first on The Namibian.

Insecurity, soaring operational costs, others stall ICT tax boom

Nigeria’s Information and Communication Technology (ICT) sector recorded its first decline in Company Income Tax (CIT) in four years, reflecting a reversal of fortune in the sector. The post Insecurity, soaring operational costs, others stall ICT tax boom appeared first on Vanguard News.

प्रविधिमार्फत निगरानी बढाउँदै ट्राफिक प्रहरी

काठमाडौँ। काठमाडौँ उपत्यका ट्राफिक प्रहरी कार्यालयले प्रविधिको प्रयोगमार्फत निगरानी बढाएको छ। सीसीटीभी क्यामेरा तथा अटोमेटिक नम्बर प्लेट रिकग्नाइजेसन (एएनपीआर) प्रणालीको प्रयोग गरी नियम उल्लंघन गर्ने सवारी चालकलाई निगरानी गर्दै कारबाहीलाई तीव्र बनाएको जनाएको छ। कार्यालयका अनुसार प्रविधिमार्फत निगरानी बढाएपछि कारबाहीमा पर्ने सवारी चालकको सङ्ख्या उल्लेख्य बढेको छ। कार्यालयले एक वर्षमा कुल ३८ हजार ७७८ जना []