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IDC: Smartphone sales in Africa bouncing back

Heap of the different smartphones (photo: file)

NAIROBI, KENYA: Smartphone makers and vendors are betting on an increased demand of the gadgets in Africa to drive sales and grow market share this year.

Data from a global research firm International Data Corporation (IDC) indicates that smartphone sales across the continent are bouncing back, following a previous lull pushed by consumer demand.

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