Daily Digest Friday 7 August 2020
Funding In Africa
GAMBIA: JICA grants $15 million for rural water supply
In the Gambia, the fourth phase of the Rural Drinking Water Supply Project can begin. On the 27th of July 2020, the government of this West African country signed a financing agreement with Japan through the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA). Read More
Guidepost, healthtech startup receives investment funding
The investment into the innovative telemedicine startup comes at a time where effective digital healthcare solutions for diabetes patients are critical. With the undisclosed investment funding, Guidepost will be able to enhance its service to users and provide safe jobs for nurses and dietitians. Read more
South African TV and Film relief fund worth R8.3-million opens
A film and television relief fund worth R8.3-million has been established by Netflix in partnership with the South African Screen Federation (SASFED) and supported by the Independent Producers Organisation (IPO). Read more
Call For Entries & Other Events
THE REGION’S EVENT FOR TELECOMS, MEDIA, BROADCASTING AND TECHNOLOGY LEADERS HAS MOVED ONLINE
This year’s East Africa Com has gone virtual. The two-day event will continue to explore the most important topics across the themes of connectivity, digital inclusion, and disruptive technologies, whilst also uncovering the future of the region’s tech ecosystem. Read More
AfricaCom 2020 Symposium Day 1
Join AfricaCom and Connecting Africa for a special two-day digital symposium that will discuss the most impactful issues driving the continent’s tech and innovation ecosystems. Read more
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