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Africa: Why Rwanda Leads in Affordable Internet for Africa's Digital Nomads

[New Times] If you're among the many people working remotely or travelling as a digital nomad, internet speed and affordability are likely at the top of your list when picking a destination.




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Ghana: 'We Want to Empower the Youth to Succeed in Digital Economy'

[Ghanaian Times] Telecel Ghana Foundation has launched the Telecel Digitech Academy at St. Cecilia RC School, Hodome in the Volta Region, to equip young students across Ghana with the essential digital skills required for the future.




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Nigeria: Meet the Women Reshaping Nigeria's Digital Health Sector

[Nigeria Health Watch] Despite ongoing efforts to empower more African women to join the technology sector, and some promising recent signs of a surge of female-led businesses, the digital health sector in Nigeria, like the digital health sector globally, is still largely dominated by men.




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Nigeria: WRC-27 - Gwandu Seeks Unity Among African Countries to Secure Vital Mobile Spectrum

[Daily Trust] A former Executive Vice Chairman/CEO of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Dr. Bashir Gwandu, has called on African representatives to the ITU's World Radiocommunications Conference 2027 (WRC-27) to stand united in securing spectrum allocations critical for mobile connectivity in rural areas.




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Nigeria: Nitel Building - Nigeria's Tallest Property of Decades

[Daily Trust] The Nigerian Telecommunications (NITEL) now Nigeria's External Communications Operations (NEM) House stands as the tallest building nationwide.




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Africa: A New Digital Health Platform for Africa

[Africa CDC] As the use of digital tools for effective healthcare delivery gradually takes foothold in Africa, the Africa CDC has unveiled a new platform that caters for differing needs in technology, including access, cost and infrastructure to member states.



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Talking Turkey

UTTM anchor Anne-Marie Green speaks to Butterball Turkey Hotline Expert Alice Coffey about how to get your questions answered to cook the perfect bird.




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Kenya: Better Digital Payments Infrastructure Is Facilitating Access to New Markets for Enterprise

[Capital FM] Saying that small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are the backbone of economies in East Africa is an understatement. SMEs make up the largest part of all registered entities in nearly every industry and sector in most East African countries, averaging between 60% to 90%, including micro-enterprises.




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Zimbabwe: Bridgefort Capital to Migrate Shares to Vfex

[The Herald] BridgeFort Capital, formerly Medtech Holdings, is set to migrate its Class A and Class B listings to the Victoria Falls Stock Exchange (VFEX) and list by way of introduction.




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John Kimble, Prominent Longtime Talent Agent, Dies at 79

John D. Kimble, a prominent longtime Hollywood talent agent at agencies including DHKPR, Triad and William Morris, died Sunday in Dallas. He was 79. Born in Kingsville, Texas, he was raised in Uvalde, Texas and graduated the University of Texas, El Paso with a theater degree. He started out hoping to act in Westerns, and […]




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DoD’s former chief digital and AI officer heads to private sector

Craig Martell, whose outside-government gigs have been with LinkedIn, Dropbox and Lyft, is joining Cohesity as its chief technology officer.

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Army sets stage for broader adoption of digital engineering

Gabe Camarillo, the undersecretary of the Army, said the new digital engineering policy will bring the service more in-line with industry best practices.

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Since folks ask: How do you talk on the radio

As the old saying goes, if you talk about what you've earned the right to talk about, you'll do just fine. Even the most experienced talkers get the jitters.

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Building the quality and depth of talent: A conversation with Jane Datta

What is the human capital strategy for NASA? How did NASA respond to the pandemic and keep its workforce performing? Join host Michael Keegan as he explores these questions and more with Jane Datta, Chief Human Capital Officer, at the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) on next week's The Business of Government Hour.

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Tech Talk Radio – Sept. 11, 2021

Hosted by Dr. Richard Shurtz and Andrew Mitchell. Sponsored by Stratford University. How to keep your ex from popping up in your Facebook Newsfeed as a Memory. And we profile the co-founder of WhatsApp.

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Tech Talk Radio -Sept. 18, 2021

Hosted by Dr. Richard Shurtz and Andrew Mitchell. Sponsored by Stratford University. Why it’s not weird to like your own Facebook posts. And we profile the “Mark Zuckerberg of Russia.”

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TechTalk Radio – Sept. 25, 2021

Hosted by Dr. Richard Shurtz and Andrew Mitchell. Sponsored by Stratford University. How to scan for a hidden camera in your hotel room or vacation rental. And we get the real story behind a man with a fake name.

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Tech Talk – Oct. 2, 2021

Hosted by Dr. Richard Shurtz and Andrew Mitchell. Sponsored by Stratford University. Find out if your Windows 11 is as secure as it can be. And we meet the founder of the Taiwanese company that makes 90% of the world’s most advanced semiconductor chips.

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Tech Talk Radio – Oct. 9, 2021

Hosted by Dr. Richard Shurtz and Andrew Mitchell. Sponsored by Stratford University. What to do if your iPhone keeps locking up. And we meet the founder and CEO of Epic Games.

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Tech Talk Radio – Oct. 16, 2021

Hosted by Dr. Richard Shurtz and Andrew Mitchell. Sponsored by Stratford University. We expose the way hackers have been stealing cryptocurrency. And we meet the co-founder of the cryptocurrency Ethereum.

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Tech Talk Radio – Oct. 23, 2021

Hosted by Dr. Richard Shurtz and Andrew Mitchell. Sponsored by Stratford University. We help you decide whether to buy a new phone in light of the new 5G networks out there. And we meet the computer scientist, visual artist and composer who is considered a founder of the field of virtual reality.

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Tech Talk Radio – Oct. 30, 2021

Hosted by Dr. Richard Shurtz and Andrew Mitchell. Sponsored by Stratford University. We tell you exactly how to register an NFT. And we meet the American writer best known as the editor of the “Whole Earth Catalog” and co-founder of The WELL, the first online virtual community.

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Tech Talk Radio – Nov. 6, 2021

Hosted by Dr. Richard Shurtz and Andrew Mitchell. Sponsored by Stratford University. Why it’s a bad idea to leave your laptop running when you put it away in its carrying case. And we revisit the question of the identity of the founder of Bitcoin.

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Tech Talk Radio – Nov. 13, 2021

Hosted by Dr. Richard Shurtz and Andrew Mitchell. Sponsored by Stratford University. If you are confused about the various ways to turn off your computer, you’re not alone. And we meet the man who coined the term “hypertext.”

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Tech Talk Radio – Nov. 20, 2021

Hosted by Dr. Richard Shurtz and Andrew Mitchell. Sponsored by Stratford University. We give you three good ways to start creating your own animated emojis. And we meet the man who coined the term “virtual community.”

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Tech Talk Radio – Nov. 27, 2021

Hosted by Dr. Richard Shurtz and Andrew Mitchell. Sponsored by Stratford University. What to do if an email you sent keeps getting its delivery delayed. And we meet the man who founded the Chinese firm that became the world’s largest computer maker.

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Tech Talk Radio – Nov. 27, 2021

Hosted by Dr. Richard Shurtz and Andrew Mitchell. Sponsored by Stratford University. What to do if an email you sent keeps getting its delivery delayed. And we meet the man who founded the Chinese firm that became the world’s largest computer maker.

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Tech Talk Radio – Dec. 4, 2021

Hosted by Dr. Richard Shurtz and Andrew Mitchell. Sponsored by Stratford University. What to do if someone steals one of your Facebook photos and uses it as someone else’s profile picture. And we meet the father of information theory.

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Tech Talk Radio – Dec. 11, 2021

Hosted by Dr. Richard Shurtz and Andrew Mitchell. Sponsored by Stratford University. How to create many passwords without using a password manager. And we meet the 24-year-old American who has become a leading pioneer in the development of artificial intelligence (AI).

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Spreading the dream of universal rights in the digital age

Matthew Daniels of the Institute of World Politics, and Anthony Jones of Howard University, join host Derrick Dortch to discuss a new initiative the created to teach the digital generation about the life of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

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Greener shipping: Reducing environmental impact through smart freight mode choices

Transporting goods is a vital aspect of our global economy, but the environmental impact it has is considered substantial.

Analysis by McKinsey & Company found that around 80% of greenhouse gas emissions and over 90% of biodiversity impacts reported by the world's largest corporations come from supply chains rather than direct operations.




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HHS OIG data mastermind talks importance of networking, taking chances

Gigi Schumm welcomes Caryl Brzymialkiewicz, HHS assistant inspector general and chief data officer, to talk data integration and the importance of networking.

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Interior Dept. digital strategist talks importance of communication

Gigi Schumm welcomes Danielle Brigida, Interior Department's social media guru, to talk about how digital tools can advance your career, and your agency.

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Weather Service deputy director talks value of broadening horizons

Gigi Schumm welcomes Mary Erickson, deputy director of the National Weather Service, to talk changes in weather forecasting and your career path.

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Lack of governance, infrastructure readiness, and IT talent leading to enterprise GenAI struggles

Despite growing interest and enthusiasm for  Generative AI (GenAI), significant challenges are emerging that threaten the success of GenAI projects, according to a co-sponsored research report from Enterprise Strategy Group (ESG) and Hitachi Vantara, the data storage, infrastructure, and hybrid cloud management subsidiary of Hitachi, Ltd. (TSE: 6501).




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Recruitment specialist warns employers to look beyond tech skills for Gen AI talent

Specialist recruitment firm, Robert Half, has warned employers that stereotypes could hinder access to, and the development of, critical Gen AI talent in the immediate future.




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Advantages of RFID: The future of retail is digital

According to Forbes, the global smart retail market size is expected to grow at a CAGR of 29.1% by 2030. DENSO accompanies retailers into the future with RFID.




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The Vital Role of Warehouse Logistics in Supply Chain Management

By Laurence Scott, freelance writer.

When built upon a solid foundation, which is warehouse logistics. That includes all the steps it takes to store, manage and prepare goods for use within any warehouse or distribution center. The speed at which business now moves has meant that efficient warehouse logistics quite simply are make or break for the general ability of a company to keep up with demand, remain cost-effective and on top.




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ACS Postal Services partners with BIXOLON to enhance European courier services with mobile printing solutions

BIXOLON Europe GmbH, a subsidiary of BIXOLON, the manufacturer of advanced receipt, label and mobile printers, has entered into a partnership with ACS Postal Services (ACS), the Greek courier service provider.




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Antalis EcoCube - a hub of knowledge to the packaging chain

Antalis’ EcoCube is a physical cube designed to help businesses kick-start their journey to EcoExcellence, with 6 zones linking to an online toolkit containing information to support all sustainable packaging needs and challenges.





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Baker Hughes launches CarbonEdge, a digital end-to-end solution to streamline reporting for CCUS projects

Baker Hughes, an energy technology company, has launched CarbonEdge, powered by Cordant, an end-to-end, risk-based digital solution for CCUS operations that provides support for regulatory reporting and operational risk management.




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o9 Solutions platform selected to digitally transform Perfetti Van Melle

o9 Solutions, the enterprise AI software platform provider for transforming planning and decision-making, has announced that Perfetti Van Melle has selected the o9 Digital Brain platform to transform its supply chain planning capabilities and accelerate its digital transformation journey.




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The Vital Role of Technology in Resource Management

By Tiffany Adams, freelance writer.

You've surely heard that we're living in an era of rapid technological transformation. In every sector and industry, businesses are scrambling to keep up with innovations and technological developments. One area where technology has brought a significant impact is resource management. In this article, you'll learn how technology shapes resource management practices, why it matters, and why you should care. Keep reading to discover the fascinating intersection of technology and resource management.




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2024 Sammies highlight extraordinary work of public servants at ‘vital’ time

The Partnership for Public Service will honor all the 2024 Sammies winners during an awards ceremony on Sept. 11 at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C.

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TotalEnergies EP Ratawi Hub selects IBS Software to revolutionise personnel logistics and tracking

TotalEnergies, the global integrated energy company, has selected IBS Software to transform its personnel logistics and tracking operations in Iraq through its affiliate TotalEnergies Exploration Production Ratawi Hub (TEPRH).




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How Environmental Control Units Ensure Optimal Performance in Challenging Environments

By Paul Stevens, freelance writer.

Dive into the world of rugged Mil-Spec environmental control units (ECUs) and discover how they are designed to maintain optimal performance in even the harshest conditions. This article will highlight the advanced technologies and engineering behind these units, showcasing their ability to provide reliable temperature and humidity control in challenging environments.




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Is bias deterring women from health & safety careers? AI reveals ‘pale, male, stale’ image

Images of health and safety professionals generated by AI are exclusively white, male and around middle age, despite the wealth of job opportunities health & safety offers to women. 




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Unisurge transforms hospital deliveries with Podfather

Unisurge is using Podfather logistics software to ensure that hospital equipment and supplies are delivered on time and in optimum condition.