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Uganda Classifies Telecom Infrastructure Vandalism as Economic Sabotage

The Ugandan government has declared that vandalism of telecommunications infrastructure will be treated as economic sabotage, warning that deliberate damage to digital networks is undermining national development. Officials said the classification reflects the growing strategic importance of connectivity as the country accelerates its digital transformation agenda. According to a report carried by Nile Post, the […]

AI Could Lift Sub-Saharan Africa’s Economy, but Infrastructure Gaps Stand in the Way, IMF Warns

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Artificial intelligence could raise Sub-Saharan Africa’s economic output by roughly four percent over the coming decade, according to a new report from the International Monetary Fund. However, the fund cautioned that the projected gains depend heavily on whether governments across the region can close significant gaps in electricity supply, internet connectivity and digital skills training.

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