Tech
Google to establish AI center of excellence at University of Zambia
The Zambian government has announced that Google will establish an Artificial Intelligence (AI) Center of Excellence at the University of Zambia in Lusaka. ...
Tech
Ampersand reportedly secures $21.5 million to electrify motorcycle transport in Africa
Africa’s electric vehicle (EV) energy tech company, Ampersand, has reportedly raised an additional US$21.5 million in equity funding over the past 12 months ...
Tech
UNZA, South Korean centre partner to combat malaria with AI
The University of Zambia (UNZA) and the Convergence Research Centre for Insect Vectors (CRCIV) of South Korea have signed an agreement to promote ...
Tech
Govt claims K1 billion invested in skills training infrastructure since 2021
The Zambian government, in partnership with cooperating entities, has invested K1 billion in infrastructure development and equipment acquisition for skills training institutes since ...
Tech
Govt urges teachers to embrace digital tools to enhance learning experience for students, pupils
The government has urged the Teaching Council of Zambia to ensure that teachers were equipped with the latest technological advancements to enhance the ...
Tech
Govt reiterates 5 years imprisonment for persons contravening Cyber Security Act, promoting hate speech
The Zambian government has invoked Section 54 of the Cyber Security and Cyber Crimes Act, No. 2 of 2021, to tackle online hate ...
Power and Politics
Ministers warn scammers, purveyors of hate speech in move to crackdown on cybersecurity crimes
The government is making significant investments in cybersecurity infrastructure to crack down on online scams and harmful content, according to Technology and Science ...
Tech
Govt to launch electronic registry system in 2025, aims to secure public sector data
SMART Zambia National Coordinator, Percy Chinyama, has announced government’s development of an electronic registry system set to launch in 2025. This new system ...
Tech
Zambia completes earth receiving station, sets stage for satellite launch
Zambia has completed the construction of the Earth Receiving Station ahead of the launch of the country’s first satellite. Technology and Science Minister, ...
Tech
Govt sets September deadline for ICT professionals to register with ICTAZ
The Zambian government has issued a firm ultimatum to all Information and Communication Technology (ICT) professionals, requiring them to register with the Information ...
