Africa: ICT is Transforming the Continent Says Kagame Oct 6, 2009
Kigali Despite being a 'late-comer' in embracing the use of Information Communication Technology, Africa has embraced ICT tools that have put the continent on the right development path. "Being late-comers in embracing, and indeed starting from a low base in creating information and communication technology sectors, ICT is nonetheless fundamentally transforming our nations and continent," Kagame told the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) 2009 Summit which opened in Geneva, Switzerland... (allAfrica.com)
MTN contributed GH 222.8 million to revenue in 2008 Oct 4, 2009
Ms Falconer said MTN Ghana was therefore deploying Information Communication Technology (ICT) centres in rural communities, including Techimantia in the Tano South District of Brong-Ahafo, to encourage internet usage in the country. She announced that the company was presently assisting the Sene District Hospital in Brong-Ahafo with the construction of a ward and provision of some equipment at the cost of GHC 27,000. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Aussies, Kiwis form rapid reaction force Sep 30, 2009
As well, enhancement of trans-Tasman information communication technology will be given priority over the next year to facilitate joint contingency planning and closer operational co-operation. "The development of this capability is an important demonstration of our mutual commitment to work together to promote security, stability and development in the Pacific region and will, over the next six months, be given impetus through joint ADF NZDF contingency planning for potential regional events,"... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
UN Millennium Village Project receives communication equipment Sep 24, 2009
Sept. 23, GNA - The United Nations (UN) Millennium Village Project Cluster in the Amansie West District has taken delivery of communication equipment to serve the twin objective of promoting Information Communication Technology (ICT) education and prompt response to emergencies. The equipment included two toll free numbers, 10 fixed wireless terminals and 30 SIM cards and they were given to schools and health centres. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Vice-President donates computers to Akropong Training College Sep 22, 2009
Regional News of Monday, 21 September 2009. Regional News of Monday, 21 September 2009. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Accuracy would make census credible - Dr. Bediako Sep 20, 2009
Dr. Bediako urged the public not to be angry when personnel ask them questions related to their education, housing, migration, disability, agriculture and information communication technology usage. She explained that these questions are important to the development of the individual and the country as a whole. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Fidelity Bank introduces electronic banking Sep 15, 2009
Mr Iddrisu said: "Rest assured that as technological advances become available, Fidelity Virtual will also evolve in tandem, to serve our customers with more benefits and create further business opportunities for both corporate and private banking clients." Mr Millison Narh, Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana, noted that it was important that all financial institutions embraced and harnessed the capabilities of Information Communication Technology (ICT) to promote strategic decision making,... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
KNUST signs MOU with HFC Bank Sep 15, 2009
5 million would have facilities for a bank, restaurant, shops, offices, Information Communication Technology Centre, printing shop, conference rooms, super market, movie theatre and corporate offices. Work on the project is scheduled to start in October, and completed in 24 months. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Zimbabwe: Battle to Control Telecommunication Portfolio Intensifies Sep 12, 2009
Goche issued the same statement that Chamisa, who is the Minister of Information Communication Technology, made at a press conference around 3pm on the same day. Sources at Pockets Hill said the state broadcaster, ZBC, is now in trouble for carrying the story on Chamisa's press conference yesterday morning. (allAfrica.com)
IOM presents office and ICT equipment to Labour Migration Unit Sep 11, 2009
Accra, Sept. 10, GNA - The International Organisation for Migration (IOM) on Thursday presented office and Information Communication Technology (ICT) equipment worth about GHC18,000 to the Labour Migration Unit of the Ministry of Employment and Social Welfare (MOESW) in Accra. The donation, under AENEAS Labour Migration Project, forms part of IOM's contribution towards the effective and efficient operations of the Unit, and is meant to help manage the database of migrant workers in Ghana. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
IndiaMART.com Appoints Quasar as its Digital Agency on Record Sep 8, 2009
Text hiding to spacing. NEW DELHI, September 7 /PRNewswire/ -- IndiaMART.com, India's largest online B2B marketplace, has appointed Quasar as its digital agency on record. (PR Newswire)
Kenya: Watchdog Warns of Increased Cybercrime Threat Sep 8, 2009
The news comes against the backdrop of Kenya's first annual Information Communication Technology & Network Security Conference dubbed Secure ICT which opens today. This conference seeks to bring together security experts to provide ICT professionals and managers with the latest information on cyber security threats, trends, tools and strategies for protection of critical information technology and communications assets. (allAfrica.com)
Annual Conference of Heads of Special Schools ends Aug 31, 2009
"Computers and their accessories should also be supplied to all Special Schools by the Ministry of Education as a matter of urgency to facilitate the teaching of Information Communication Technology (ICT)". Source:GNA. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
MP for Nkoranza North donates computers to schools Aug 26, 2009
He said the gesture was aimed at encouraging the youth in deprived communities to be abreast with Information Communication Technology (ICT). The MP noted that the lack of computers was a big challenge facing students in rural communities and since ICT was a global phenomenon there was the need for all youth to become computer literate. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Teachers urged to upgrade their skills Aug 22, 2009
This, he noted, would help them to meet the challenges of the educational reforms and the Information Communication Technology. He stressed that the rapid changes in the world called for improvement in manpower development in Ghana, and there was the need for intellectuals and stakeholders to improve their skills and knowledge. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
MP inspected projects in his constituency Aug 21, 2009
Some of the project sites visited included the Aiyinase water project, Information Communication Technology and community Centres, and tarring of the Teleku-Bokazo-Asasetre road. He said if a contractor is not well known to the district assembly, it is sometime very difficult to trace him when he abandons a project. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
U.K. agency updates model contract for IT services Aug 18, 2009
3 of the Information Communication Technology Model Services Agreement and Guidance for use in large and complex IT projects, the agency said in. The new version contains significant updates in the areas of managing cybersecurity challenges and concerns related to the financial health of the contractors and subcontractors, agency officials said. (FCW.com)
Your 10 Questions Aug 15, 2009
6%) are listed in the information communication technology sector. Out of 402 deals evaluated by MAVCAP over the last two years, only 17 (4. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
* MA-tek hopes to sell 3.2m shares in IPO on GRETAI Aug 15, 2009
At an investment road show yesterday, MA-tek chief operating officer Hsieh Yong-fen () described her company as a doctor in the information communication technology [ICT] industry. . (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Rubber board upbeat on new clone Aug 14, 2009
He said the commodity sector should focus on improving its capabilities including the use of information communication technology (ICT). Earlier, Plantation Industries and Commodities Minister Tan Sri Bernard Dompok said the Government would focus on achieving the palm oil sectors vision of 35:25 (35 tonnes of fresh fruit bunches per ha per year and 25% oil extraction rate) by 2020. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
SMEs cutting ICT spending Aug 10, 2009
PETALING JAYA: The information communication technology (ICT) spending among small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) is expected to drop this year but it will grow from next year onwards, says SMI Association of Malaysias ICT bureau chairman Lee Hwee Hsiung. He said ICT spending was expected to fall this year due to the current economic crisis; SMEs might choose to cut down their ICT spending as a way to reduce their operating cost. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
NVTI Board inaugurated Aug 8, 2009
The Minister said NVTI had been operating for nearly 40 years and had executed its mandate over the years supervising some 37 vocational centres spread throughout the country and developing standards testing in vocational, secretarial and Information Communication Technology skills, among others. These activities are geared towards providing the country with middle-level manpower to help develop the nation, he said, and added that more needed to be done for the nation to attain middle income... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Nurses urged to revisit core values of profession- Minister Aug 4, 2009
"With the patient charter for health in operation, coupled with the increased knowledge in Information Communication Technology, medico-legal issues, patient safety and human right issues, nurses must devise ways of not only maintaining the ethics of the profession but also standards that meet internationally accepted criteria so as to remain marketable", he said The minister gave the advice at the opening of a three-day international nursing conference, jointly organised by a team of health... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Nigeria: Anambra Will Structure Education Towards Entrepreneurship, ICT - Senator Okonkwo Aug 2, 2009
While unfolding his programmes on education in Anambra State, Okonkwo, a serving Senator representing Anambra Central remarked that educational curricular in the state would be tailored towards entrepreneurial and information communication technology (ICT). In this interview, he responds to the following questions. (allAfrica.com)
Top jobs for fresh grads Aug 1, 2009
Banks do give higher pay packages to those hired in specialised areas like information communication technology (ICT), with top talents getting RM3,000 a month or more. According to recent survey by Kelly Services Malaysia, computer savvy graduates command a higher starting salary compared to others. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Ghana's underdevelopment due to technological gap Jul 25, 2009
Professor Frimpong-Boateng said policy makers should liaise with stakeholders to formulate a comprehensive Information Communication Technology (ICT) policy at all levels of the nation's education to help expose technocrats and professionals as well as the youth to acquiring knowledge in ICT. This, he said, was important to help them become abreast with and. appreciate the dynamics in their respective jobs and fields of study to address. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Zimbabwe: Row On Cabinet Leaks Jul 25, 2009
One of the press reports quoted Tsvangirai's confidential report on proposed reforms of the cabinet rules and regulations and the other dealt with the Information Communication Technology (ICT) Bill currently before cabinet. The story on the Bill said battle lines were drawn over the proposed law which is being discussed in government circles. (allAfrica.com)
Zimbabwe: PM Challenges Cabinet's Role Jul 24, 2009
Earlier this week it emerged that Information Communication Technology Minister Nelson Chamisa had drafted an ICT Bill that seeks to re-assign ministerial duties and leave the Media, Information and Publicity, and the Transport and Infrastructure Development ministers without any relevance. comments. (allAfrica.com)
Rwanda: Country Should Fast Track Access to Fibre Optic [editorial] Jul 22, 2009
The provision of the fibre optics infrastructure is in line with the government's vision of becoming a regional Information Communication Technology (ICT) hub. There are quite a number of ICT initiatives to be accomplished during the same period. (allAfrica.com)
Zimbabwe: Biti Lifts Import Duty on Newspapers to Mark Start of Media Reforms Jul 18, 2009
In order to encourage the development of Information Communication Technology (ICT), he said he was therefore proposing to reduce rates of customs duty on computers, printers and telephone handsets and newspapers with effect from two weeks time. Since government imposed the duty The Zimbabwean, an independent weekly printed in South Africa, has had to pay them 3,6 million rand. (allAfrica.com)
* Singtex transforms waste coffee into eco-friendly fabrics Jul 7, 2009
So were not simply a technology-driven country in terms of information communication technology products, but were also a leader in green fabrics, Taiwan Textile Federation deputy secretary-general Frank Hsu (\) said at the same briefing. Singtex, a 20-year-old Taiwanese fabric manufacturer, has more than 30 patents and five core technologies. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
Danish NGO supports eight institutions Jul 5, 2009
Mr Owusu Danquah noted that many schools in Ghana had no computers and expressed the hope that with the little support from Computer Aid to Ghana, more students in Ghana would be introduced to Information Communication Technology. "In our spare time, members of Computer Aid to Ghana from Denmark collect used computers and other useful equipment from Danish firms and educational institutions which we refurbish, pack and ship for distribution to schools in Ghana.". (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Possible silence for SABC? Jul 4, 2009
Roberts said the union would ask other members from the information communication technology sector to embark on solidarity strikes. At Monday's national working committee meeting a mandate would be sought to give notice to strike to institutions where the union had a presence, such as at Telkom, the SA Post Office and the Independent Communications Authority of SA.. (iAfrica.com)
Uganda: ICT Sector to Slow Down As Govt Bans Used PCs Jun 30, 2009
Nairobi Players in Uganda's Information Communication Technology sector have warned that the sector's growth could be stunted following a ban on the importation of used computers. In her budget speech on June 11, Finance Minister Syda Bbumba banned the importation of used computers, freezers and refrigerators to protect the environment but extended a three-month moratorium for goods in transit and in bonded warehouses to be cleared. (allAfrica.com)
Saint Monica's College of Education providing quality training Jun 25, 2009
Mr. Ababio said the college is facing challenges such as inadequate accommodation for staff, standard science laboratory and library, the provision of spacious Information Communication Technology (ICT) centre and rehabilitation of the main road leading to the college. He appealed to the government and stakeholders to put more resources into the college. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Zimbabwe: Investor Absence Fuels Retrenchments Jun 23, 2009
com: Zimbabwe: Investor Absence Fuels Retrenchments (Page 1 of 1). Zimbabwe: Investor Absence Fuels Retrenchments. (allAfrica.com)
* Britain offers Asian firms ideal hub Jun 19, 2009
Campbell noted that Taiwanese investment in the UK had increased across a variety of sectors, including information communication technology (ICT), healthcare, chemicals and transportation. ICT continued to be a strong sector for Taiwanese investors, including LCD screen manufacturer Hannstar, which set up its European sales and marketing office in Hemel Hempstead, northwest of London, and IC design company Mediatek, which set up a research and development center in Cambridge, Campbell said. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
Obama's Visit -Gains For Ghana Jun 18, 2009
The areas that are very lucrative include: HOME DCOR [what we call arts and crafts in Ghana] , Commercial real estate, Energy, Agro processing notably organic products, Information Communication Technology {ICT}, Extractive industry and services especially Finance. You should also plan to visit some of the numerous US Trade shows continuously with your full package. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
East Africa: Rwanda in Talks With Kenya to Connect to Undersea Cable Jun 17, 2009
Connection to the undersea cables is one of the country's priorities to become a regional Information Communication Technology (ICT) hub. Rwanda wants to connect to "The East African Marine System" (TEAMS) which docked last week at the Kenyan coastal town of Mombasa. (allAfrica.com)
NGO builds a computer laboratory for orphanage Jun 17, 2009
Regional News of Tuesday, 16 June 2009. Regional News of Tuesday, 16 June 2009. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
CCG Election Observation Report launched Jun 5, 2009
He said it was important that Ghana took advantage of the Information Communication Technology (ICT) by introducing a computerized voter system as part of her electoral reforms for multi-party elections. Mr Iddrisu said electronic voting could save the country from serious electoral malpractices that were likely to plunge the nation into anarchy. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Netbooks centre stage at Taipei trade fair Jun 3, 2009
However, they will do so in a year when the overall information communication technology industry is forecast to contract by nine percentage points, according to Taiwan's private think tank Topology Research Institute. "The emergence of the netbook... brings new growth opportunities to matured markets," it said in a recent report. (Yahoo! Asia News)
Kofi Annan Center Guzzles Gh850k Yearly Jun 2, 2009
00 by the end 2009 and to explore the potentials of six institutions-two from the Economic Community of West African States for Information Communication Technology training whilst entering into partnership in 2009. Since its inception, no strategic plans have been set for the centre to operate on. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Aprahwem JHS scores zero percent in BECE May 30, 2009
This, he said, included the provision of library facilities, Information Communication Technology Centre (ICT), as well as organizing regular seminars for teachers and extension of electricity to the classrooms, to enable the school children to study in the evenings. Mr Addo advised parents to value education as the only legacy that they could bequeath to their children which would enable them to become responsible adults in the near future. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Kabore School Complex PTA builds computer laboratory May 29, 2009
The project was to give a head start to the pupils in line with the new educational reform to make pupils literate in Information Communication Technology (ICT). Reverend Seth Mawutor, Vice Chairman of the PTA inaugurating the project said it was initiated by Lieutenant Colonel Emmanuel Kotia, former Commanding Officer of 66 Artillery Regiment for the benefit of the pupils. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
GTUC determined for the best- Rector May 28, 2009
Accra, May 27, GNA- Dr Osei K. Darkwa, President of the Ghana Telecom University College (GTUC) on Wednesday expressed the determination of the school to use the latest Information Communication Technology (ICT) and facilities for the their training and development of students of the school. He said the school had also created partnerships with several universities in Germany to enable GTUC students pursue further studies in that country. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
* Taiwan to ink agreement with Belize May 27, 2009
ICT ON THE MIND: Minister of Foreign Affairs Francisco Ou will sign a bilateral agreement with his Belizean counterpart on information communication technology STAFF WRITER, WITH CNA Wednesday, May 27, 2009, Page 4 ... Weber Shih (Iy), director-general of the Department of Economic and Trade Affairs at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, said that Ou and his Belizean counterpart, Wilfred Elrington, would sign an agreement for cooperation in the field of information communication technology... (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
Ghana: Omatek Presents Computers to E-Xpress Scheme Beneficiaries May 25, 2009
At a colourful presentation in Accra last Thursday, the Minister of Education, Mr. Alex Tetteh Enyo, said his outfit had put in place strategies and policies aimed at keeping pace with the fast-growing Information Communication Technology (ICT), so that Ghana is not left behind. According to him, the strategies and policies embarked on by his outfit, was a clear testimony of how the government was committed in embracing ICT in education. (allAfrica.com)
Zimbabwe: Tsvangirai Refers Dispute Over A-G, Banker to Region May 23, 2009
"Specifically, the Ministry of Information Communication Technology will retain its responsibility over the Posts and Telecommunications Act, Potraz, TelOne, NetOne and ZimPost. "The Ministry of Media Information and Publicity will oversee the Broadcasting Act and Transmedia; and the Ministry of Transport and Infrastructural Development will be responsible for the Interception of Communications Act. " Mugabe, Tsvangirai and Mutambara also agreed to swear in Bennett as deputy minister at a day... (allAfrica.com)
Zimbabwe: The Unity Government's 100 Days in the Doldrums May 22, 2009
Nelson Chamisa, MDC spokesman and Minister of Information Communication Technology, said: "This is the time when we should be talking job creation and reconstruction, but unfortunately we are still negotiating power sharing. We now need an umpire to adjudicate, so that we can move forward, and that is why we have called in SADC and the AU [African Union]. There is a lot of work waiting for us.". Jameson Timba, deputy minister of media, information and publicity, said the unity government had... (allAfrica.com)
Zimbabwe: Tsvangirai Speaks on Outstanding Issues in Coalition Govt [document] May 21, 2009
The Principals agreed that the functions of the communications portfolio will be shared among the three Ministries: the Ministry of Information Communication Technology, the Ministry of Media Information and Publicity and the Ministry of Transport and Infrastructural Development. Specifically, The Ministry of Information Communication Technology will retain its responsibility over the Posts and Telecommunications Act, Potraz, Telone, Netone and ZimPost. (allAfrica.com)
ICT teaching to be made compulsory - Tetteh-Enyo May 17, 2009
Somanya (E/R), May 16, GNA - Mr Alex Tetteh-Enyo, Minister of Education on Friday announced that from next year, teaching and learning of Information Communication Technology (ICT) related subjects would be made compulsory in all basic and senior high schools throughout the country. He said the government, in partnership with a United States company had procured an initial 3000 computers to ensure smooth start of the exercise. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Newmont builds school blocks for community May 15, 2009
Mr. Kyeremeh appealed to NGGL to help extend electricity to Dokyikrom and also provide the school with computers to ensure the study of Information Communication Technology by the students. Mr. Eric Addae, the District Chief Executive-designate advised the teachers to re-dedicate themselves and redouble their efforts to promote the growth of education in the area. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Assembly members must be remunerated for their work May 14, 2009
The FFP is a non-profit news media and research organization using Information Communication Technology to address the interest of local communities. Source:GNA. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Rwanda: Online Tax Clearance - Another Window of Business Opportunity [editorial] May 12, 2009
Kigali Information Communication Technology (ICT) advancement has dramatically transformed business models across the globe creating a global market open for free participation. ICT increases access to markets, facilitates sharing of information and eases participation. (allAfrica.com)
Ellembelle accepts Eshun as DCE. May 9, 2009
He said education, health and promoting of Information Communication Technology (ICT) would be his priority and that he would open a website to promote the district. The Deputy Minister of Energy and MP for Ellembelle, Mr. Emmanuel Armah Kofi Buah, said they would not focus on politics but on developmental issues and projects for a sustainable development and growth of the district. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
East Africa: Experts Plan One Education Curriculum May 8, 2009
"There are aspects that are specifically or contextually for a particular country. For instance Rwanda may be interested in subjects like national reconciliation, Information Communication Technology and Entrepreneurship which may not interest other countries," Gahima said, adding that those that find them good may adopt them. Currently, the East African region is characterized by unemployment mostly blamed on the different education systems which do not enable equal consideration of academic... (allAfrica.com)
Primary school science Sats to end May 7, 2009
Page last updated at 23:42 GMT, Wednesday, 6 May 2009 00:42 UK. Primary school science Sats end. (BBC News -- UK)
Zimbabwe: Mugabe, Tsvangirai Crisis Talks Deadlocked May 2, 2009
Now there is the hiving off of communications from the Ministry of Information Communication Technology run by Nelson Chamisa of the MDC-T.. "No progress was made during the Tuesday meeting," one of the sources said. (allAfrica.com)
Zimbabwe: Key Government Talks Postponed Apr 28, 2009
Prime Minister Morgan Tsvangirai and Deputy Prime Minister Arthur Mutambara have been locked in discussion with Robert Mugabe over key outstanding issues, such as the appointment of governors, permanent secretaries and the recent attempts to weaken the power of Nelson Chamisa's Information Communication Technology Ministry. Last week's round of talks all proved inconclusive, with the meeting being rescheduled to Monday. (allAfrica.com)
Zimbabwe: No Aid as Leaders Struggle to Overcome Political Impasse Apr 28, 2009
Mugabe and the two MDC faction leaders, Tsvangirai and Mutambara, are also fighting over the president's unilateral seizure of the department of communications from Information Communication Technology Minister Nelson Chamisa, a member of the MDC. Key Zim Govt Talks Postponed. (allAfrica.com)
Zimbabwe: Unity Govt Crisis Meeting Deadlocked Apr 18, 2009
Information Communication Technology minister Nelson Chamisa is reportedly on the verge of resigning over the seizure of the department of telecommunications from his ministry ... The dispute around Information Communication Technology and telecoms recently seized from his portfolio and transferred to Transport and Infrastructure Development without mutual concurrence among parties in government was said to have raised the problems in cabinet. (allAfrica.com)
G-MAP urges government to enact cyber law Apr 18, 2009
The NGO observed that whilst organisations, development partners and government invested in information communication technology (ICT), to facilitate education and development, some children were using the facility to engage in theft and immoral activities. A statement signed by Mr Abdul Malik Jeleel, Executive Director of G-MAP, drew the attention of parents and guardians saying: "Apart from the computer, some adventurous children are currently using sophisticated mobile phones and other... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Zimbabwe: Is Chamisa Now Jobless? Apr 18, 2009
Harare ANOTHER potentially explosive threat to the inclusive government is looming large after President Robert Mugabe unilaterally altered the ministerial mandate of Nelson Chamisa, the Minister of Information Communication Technology ... Moyo said: "The suggestion by some in government quarters that the Information Communication Technology Ministry is about software is inherently preposterous. You don't need a Ministry of Software and indeed you don't need a Ministry of Hardware. That... (allAfrica.com)
Zimbabwe: Mugabe Clashes With Tsvangirai Apr 13, 2009
"I am in charge of the communications sector which is under the Ministry of Information Communication Technology (ICT)". Sources said yesterday Mugabe's move was hardly surprising, given that it was clear from the start that the President wasuncomfortable with Chamisa taking charge of the telecommunications sector. (allAfrica.com)
