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Kenya is anticipated to receive a portion of the $2.36 trillion in Gates funding.

Kenya is among the beneficiaries of the new Sh2.36 trillion $20 billion pledged by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. The promise of the founder o

Kenya is among the beneficiaries of the new Sh2.36 trillion $20 billion pledged by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. The promise of the founder of Microsoft came at a time when the world economy is experiencing high inflation and the disruptions of the RussoUkrainian war. The Gates Foundation, founded by Bill and Melinda Gates in 2000, has provided financial assistance to the country’s Ministry of Health to fight the Covid19 pandemic and HIV / AIDS prevention efforts. Gates, one of the richest people in the world said he looks to virtually donate all his wealth to the philanthropic organization. Gates has a net worth of about $122.4 billion as per Bloomberg. Read More..

B2B Tech News | 3 years ago          

The NDC OECS Investment Forum and the Government of St. Lucia discuss the Eastern Caribbean

Government representatives from the OECS, policymakers, regional stakeholders, investors, and international partners attended the Forum. The ways to i

Government representatives from the OECS, policymakers, regional stakeholders, investors, and international partners attended the Forum. The ways to investigate decarbonization of the Eastern Caribbean were discussed by the attendees. Along with establishing resilience to the effects of climate change, they also set out a course for environmental sustainability. Participants have been urged by the OECS Director General to take action to increase resilience in vital sectors like water, energy, infrastructure, transportation, and finance, to name a few. From the Frontline to the Future Uniting the Caribbean for Bold Climate Action was the theme of the threeday conference Read More..

B2B Tech News | 3 years ago          

Despite gaming crackdown, China remains the worlds largest esports market

China remains the worlds largest single land market with esports revenues of $403.1 million in 2021, Niko Partners said in a report on Thursday. Last

China remains the worlds largest single land market with esports revenues of $403.1 million in 2021, Niko Partners said in a report on Thursday. Last year, Beijing introduced rules that limit the amount of time under 18s can play online video games. Despite the broader crackdown on young people playing games, there appears to be government support for esports in China. Esports revenue in greater southeast Asia totaled $80.1 million in 2021, up 27.3% yearonyear and a 26% rise over 2020. Japan and South Korea are the two other large Asian markets in Southeast Asia that are growing faster than China. Read More..

B2B Tech News | 3 years ago          

The lack of technological talent in the UK risks hampering the growth of the industry

The UK technology sector is facing a shortage of talent that could stifle growth, the trade association warns. TechNation said this is a real problem

The UK technology sector is facing a shortage of talent that could stifle growth, the trade association warns. TechNation said this is a real problem that needs to be fixed. Last year, there were over 2 million technical vacancies in the UK, more than any other field of work. According to industry coalitions, almost 12 million workers do not have essential digital skills. The number of transferred students is declining, and there is a shortage of computer science teachers. The average salary for skills is £ 62,000, more than double the household income in the UK. According to TechNation, wages in technology are, on average, almost 80% higher than wages for nontech jobs. Read More..

B2B Tech News | 3 years ago          

African court rules that Nigerias Twitter ban is illegal

The Economic Community of West African States ECOWAS court has ruled that a sevenmonth ban on Twitter in Nigeria was unlawful. Abuja lifted the suspen

The Economic Community of West African States ECOWAS court has ruled that a sevenmonth ban on Twitter in Nigeria was unlawful. Abuja lifted the suspension after talks with Twitter representatives but laid down conditions, including registering its operations in Nigeria. The ban has shocked many in Nigeria, where the hashtag BringBackOurGirls was used after Boko Haram activists kidnapped nearly 300 schoolchildren in 2014. Act and treat these users in a language they understand. Read More..

B2B Tech News | 3 years ago          

New technology is altering how businesses operate — NSE

IA&CE, a division of the Nigerian Society of Engineers, has charged accredited cost engineers, engineering valuers, and engineering economists to embr

IA&CE, a division of the Nigerian Society of Engineers, has charged accredited cost engineers, engineering valuers, and engineering economists to embrace digital innovation in their work. Speaking at the Institutes 2022 National Technical Conference and Investiture, the new Chairman of the Institute, Engr. Ike Iwenofu, stated New technologies are changing the way businesses operate. Melee pointed out that it is an offense punishable by law to practice any of the categories of Cost Engineering, Engineering Appraisal/Valuation, and Engineering Economy if one is not accredited by IA&CE. Read More..

B2B Tech News | 3 years ago          

Over the last decade, the number of checks has decreased by 7.5% annually

The number of cheques cleared via the Bahamian banking system has decreased by 7.5 percent annually over the past decade. John Rolle said cheque elimi

The number of cheques cleared via the Bahamian banking system has decreased by 7.5 percent annually over the past decade. John Rolle said cheque elimination is in keeping with the longterm objective of ensuring the efficiency and effectiveness of the payments system. The use of cheques continues to wane as a routine payment instrument in favor of electronic alternatives, the Central Bank governor has said. Cheques are especially prone to exploitation by fraudsters while often bouncing due to there being insufficient funds in the purchasers account. Read More..

B2B Tech News | 3 years ago          

India suggests a framework for the right to repair consumer goods like smartphones and durables

India has proposed to introduce a right to repair, to give consumers the option of having their devices repaired by a third party. The move follows si

India has proposed to introduce a right to repair, to give consumers the option of having their devices repaired by a third party. The move follows similar deliberations in the U.S. and the UK. The committee identified mobile phones, tablets, consumer durables, automobiles, and agriculture as important sectors for the framework. Indias electronics ministry has said that the right to repair will be a gamechanger once it is rolled out in the country and will help reduce ewaste generation and create jobs. Exact details on when New Delhi will implement the Right to Repair rules have yet to be announced. Last year, the movement gained momentum when the rules on securing the repairability of devices were passed in the U.S. and U.K. Read More..

B2B Tech News | 3 years ago          



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