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March 2026
New Era
Microsoftprovidedenterprise technologies used in the Evaluation Automation System
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“Green Enterprise Solutions developed the platform using cloud-based tools, including Microsoft's enterprise technologies, delivering what officials describe as a fully scalable and secure solution tailored to Namibia's needs.”
Microsoftsaid it was investingUS$50 billion this decade to boost AI adoption in developing countries
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“Microsoft said it was investing US$50 billion this decade to boost AI adoption in developing countries, while US artificial intelligence startup Anthropic and Indian IT giant Infosys said they would work together to build AI agents for the telecoms industry.”
Microsoftconducted a trial in which staffwho worked fewer days improved output by 40%
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“Research, such as a trial done by Microsoft in their Japanese arm, discovered that staff who worked fewer days were more productive, improving output by 40%.”
Microsoftannouncedan investment of over R1.3 billion in South Africa
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“Microsoft has announced an investment of over R1.3 billion in South Africa, which will be aimed at supporting Small, Medium and Micro Enterprises (SMMEs) and preparing the country for upcoming Artificial Intelligence (AI) advancements.”
“Since the end of the pandemic hiring spree, large numbers of employees have been fired from major tech companies, including Alphabet (12 000 employees), Amazon (18 000), Meta (11 000), Twitter (4 000), Microsoft (10 000) and Salesforce (8 000).”
The Namibia Qualifications Authority has partnered with Green Enterprise Solutions to introduce an Evaluation Automation System that replaces manual, paper-heavy processes with online application submission, real-time progress tracking, and digitally verifiable certificates. The locally developed system is expected to reduce processing times, improve accuracy, and restore public trust while signalling a broader digital transformation at NQA.
The Namibia Qualifications Authority has partnered with Green Enterprise Solutions to introduce an Evaluation Automation System that replaces manual, paper-heavy processes with online application submission, real-time progress tracking, and digitally verifiable certificates. The locally developed system is expected to reduce processing times, improve accuracy, and restore public trust while signalling a broader digital transformation at NQA.
US chipmaker Nvidia unveiled partnerships with Indian computing companies including L&T and Yotta at an AI Impact Summit in New Delhi, with commitments to build large-scale data centre capacity to support India's development as a global AI hub. India expects over US$200 billion in AI investments over the next two years, with major players including Microsoft, Adani Group, and others pledging substantial commitments alongside discussions by world leaders on AI governance and regulation.
Standard Bank Namibia has introduced the Sustainability Academy, an online learning platform designed to help businesses integrate environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices and adapt to sustainability requirements demanded by global investors and trade partners. The cloud-based platform, built with Microsoft and Philanthrosoft, offers training on renewable energy, climate-smart agriculture, water management, and carbon markets across Namibian regions.
Gold prices jumped to fresh records on Monday as investors worried about geopolitical tensions, US tariff threats, and potential government shutdowns, with the metal climbing above US$5,100 an ounce before retreating slightly amid growing global uncertainty sparked by US President Donald Trump's policies.
Lenovo, the world's top PC maker, unveiled its AI assistant Qira at CES in Las Vegas, designed to perform tasks seamlessly across laptops, smartphones and connected devices. The company also showcased prototypes of AI-powered glasses and a pendant that records conversations and moments with user consent.
Nvidia unveiled its latest AI platform, Vera Rubin, at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, promising five times greater efficiency than previous offerings. The platform will be available from partners in the second half of 2026 as the company faces rising competition from AMD, Intel, and major customers like Google and Microsoft developing their own chips.