Commonwealth News
Event: Regional Conference Addressing Cybercrime in Sub-Saharan Africa
Join in the conversation with the Commonwealth Secretariat’s Cyber Capability Programme from 17-20 January. A forum where various legal authorities and experts will assemble for the discussions on how to combat cybercrime in Ghana. Topics related to challenges,...
Tourism startup Lynkey launches nft solutions for travel experiences
LynKey, a Singapore-based platform launches tokenisation of luxury tourism resorts, hotels and properties. At the launch, more than $8 billion worth of properties were digitised. The startup aims to build an international blockchain-powered ecosystem. A system that...
South Africa makes plans to launch communication satellites
The South African government is considering ways to fast track its satellite programme that could be ready to launch in just three to four years. President Cyril Ramaphosa recommended the government develop and launch a geostationary telecommunications satellite that...
Tanzania Revolution Day
Tanzania Revolution Day is just around the corner, as every year on 12 January, the country unites to celebrate at their national stadium.
Scotiabank Women Initiative to advance women-owned businesses
Scotiabank announces The Scotiabank Women Initiative (SWI), a programme that aims to advance women-driven businesses in Jamaica. It is the second country within Scotiabank's global operations to launch the initiative after Canada and has helped over 5000 women develop...
Guyana approves landmark local content law for oil projects
Guyana's President, Mohamed Irfaan Ali, signs into law a local content bill that prioritises nationals and companies in the procurement of some goods and services. The law lays out 40 services that oil companies and their sub-contractors must procure from the...