Africa News

Mobile Phones Turn Into Bank Accounts In Africa

26th March 2009

As shocking as it may sound, mobile phones are far more common in Africa than bank accounts or other financial services. In an attempt to make banking services more accessible, MTN, the South African mobile operator is launching a banking service for its customers. More »

Google Improves Internet Access In Developing Nations

18th September 2008

In keeping with their goal to make information available easily, all over the world, Google has decided to invest in a O3b Networks, an organisation that aims to provide Internet connectivity all over the world, especially to people in developing nations. More »

Google Goes Mobile In Africa

20th February 2008

South Africa will host the FIFA World Cup in 2010, for which large numbers of people are expected to visit the country. Naturally there will be a great demand for information from these visitors before undertaking the trip. Keeping this in mind search giant Google has decided to concentrate on providing better search technology through mobile phones in South Africa. More »