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MACRA is stepping up enforcement of Malawi’s Data Protection Act, urging financial institutions to strengthen safeguards for personal data and comply with legal standards. Through workshops and outreach, it aims to build a culture of accountability and align the sector with global privacy norms.
Airtel Uganda has posted a strong half-year performance, with profits jumping nearly 29% to Ushs 197.2 billion. The growth was fueled by surging demand for data services, which offset a decline in voice revenues following regulatory changes. The results highlight the telecom’s resilience and the industry’s decisive shift toward data-driven growth.
The ISACA Kampala Chapter has launched the 14th Annual East Africa Information Security Conference, set for September 29 to October 3, 2025, at Speke Resort Munyonyo. The event will bring together technology leaders, regulators, and cybersecurity experts to explore digital trust, resilience, and innovation under the theme “Thriving in the Era of Disruptive Technology.”
Nigeria is increasingly using digital technology to monitor and suppress dissent, especially following the #EndSARS protests. A researcher warns that unchecked surveillance and online restrictions are eroding civil liberties and threatening democratic freedoms.
Professor Hassan Ammor, Director of the Technology Innovation Center at Mohammedia School of Engineers, won a silver medal at the Silicon Valley International Invention Festival (SVIIF 2025) held in Santa Clara, California, from August 8 to 10. He is the first Arab and African researcher to receive this honor.
Djezzy has launched the Impact Challenge to empower Algerian innovators in creating tech solutions that promote digital inclusion and social equity. Participants receive funding, mentorship, and access to resources, driving responsible innovation across underserved communities.
