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ZIMBABWE GOVT. TO ESTABLISH E-CLASSROOM IN PRIMARY SCHOOLS

Posted on November 12, 2019 by Gambeta News

Zimbabwe govt. to partner with FBC Bank for the e-classroom project. Plans are set in motion for the construction of an e-classroom for primary school in the nation. This was made public by Secretary in the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education, Mrs Tumisang Thabela. According to Thabela, it will aim to promote a sustainable computer education programme. With the theme ““Catch them young as we strive for quality education and excellence.” Speaking to reporters,…

DANGOTE CEMENT AND MTN NIGERIA BATTLE FOR BIGGEST COMPANY ON THE NSE

Posted on August 23, 2019 by Gambeta News

MTN Nigeria Plc is sure giving Dangote Cement a run for its money as they battle for number one spot on the Nigeria Stock Exchange (NSE) Prior to the listing of MTN Nigeria Plc on the Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE); Dangote Cement had remained unchallenged as the biggest company on the NSE in terms of market capitalization. In May 2019, when MTN Nigeria Plc finally listed on the NSE with a market capitalisation of ₦1.3…

ZINOX GROUP TARGETS US$10 BILLION BY 2021

Posted on September 14, 2018September 14, 2018 by Gambeta News

Zinox Group targets to hit US$10 billion investment by 2021. Zinox CEO, Leo-Stan Ekeh recently disclosed that the group is targeting to achieve US$10 billion investment by 2021. The group comprises of Zinox Technologies, Technology Distribution (TD), Task Systems, ICT brokers, ICT Connect and Konga. The CEO before retiring to full time research in technology and social work sectors, plans to empower his loyal employees. He aims at achieving all this feat before he quits…

TELECOMMUNICATIONS CONTRIBUTION TO NIGERIA’S GDP HITS 10%

Posted on April 26, 2018April 26, 2018 by Gambeta News

Nigeria’s Telecommunications sector’s contribution to GDP have hit 10%. Executive Vice Chairman, Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Prof. Umar Danbatta, said contribution of Nigeria’s telecommunications sector to Gross Domestic Product (GDP) has hit 10 per cent. While speaking to journalist in Lagos, he said National Bureau of Statistics figures for 2017, shows a contribution of N1.45 trillion to the GDP for 1st Quarter and N1.549 trillion for 2nd quarter. Danbatta, also added that this performance at a period of recession is…

NIGERIA TO SET UP ICT DEVELOPMENT BANK

Posted on March 15, 2018March 15, 2018 by Gambeta News

Nigeria Leveraging on ICT industry with plans for ICT Development Bank. Information Communication Technology (ICT) is one of the fastest growing industries worldwide. Technology and the internet have universally grown to become essential in our everyday activities. Internet and Technology is now making the globe a tiny space. Everyday the speed and clarity of transferring information globally is continually evolving. Countries need now to invest in this growing industry to strategically position themselves for the future. It is…

IMPACT OF HEALTH SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT ON ICT AT WORKPLACE

Posted on January 8, 2018March 6, 2018 by Gambeta News

When we talk about HSE, we simply means the things that has to be done to keep people healthy and safe when they are at work. HEALTH There are various health problem that are associated with computer such as stress, eyestrain and injuries to the wrists, neck and back. So therefore it is important for employers to protect workers that are involve in ICT work. SYMPTOM OF WORKERS Burning of itching eyes Blurring and double…

HUAWEI LAUNCHES ICT TRAINING PROGRAM FOR AFRICAN STUDENTS

Posted on October 26, 2017 by Gambeta News

Huawei, a Chinese Tech company has officially began a program that is aimed at equipping African students with ICT skills. The program which is part of Huawei’s global Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) platform and also its most heavily invested CSR activity is called “the Seeds for the Future program”. Last week a set of Kenyan students flew to China for a two weeks language, culture and ICT training. Their program commenced after an opening ceremony was held…

ANGOLA TO LAUNCH FIRST SATELLITE

Posted on October 23, 2017October 23, 2017 by Gambeta News

Angola to Boost Telecommunications Service with Launch of First Satellite AngoSat-1 Mr. José Carvalho da Rocha, Angloa’s ICT Minister confirmed that Angola is set to launch into the orbit its first communications satellite (AngoSat-1) by the end of the year. The satellite on commencement of operations will provide telecommunication services throughout the country. The minister stated some benefits that the country will receive from the satellite which include the possibility of performing telemedicine services and many…