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ZIMBABWE
Liquid Telecom has successfully rolled out free
Wi-Fi across 48 higher and tertiary learning institutions
in Zimbabwe as part of its long-term initiatives to equip
citizens across Africa with Digital Age access and skills.
From polytechnics to universities, Liquid Telecom’s Edu-Zones
empower and equip learning institutions with free Internet
in the form of Wi-Fi zones – typically in cafeterias, halls of
residence and sports fields where students congregate.
The Edu-Zones free Wi-Fi initiative is an example of how
Liquid Telecom is helping to build Africa’s digital future
by supporting the development of tech skills and
improved digital literacy.
LESOTHO
Apollo Foundation has announced
a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)
with the nation of Lesotho to develop and
implement Blockchain technology in various
government departments and initiatives. The Ministry of
Communications, Science and Technology acted on behalf
of the Lesotho government in signing the MoU with the
foundation. The main objectives of the Blockchain initiative
are to create new wealth in the private sector by harnessing
Apollo Fintech solutions; design and implement new
government systems; reduce financial crime; maximise
the commercialisation of the nation’s mineral wealth;
and eradicate challenges like unemployment,
poverty and educational constraints.
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