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Here is a brief overview of the week’s news on Communications Africa, from 25th - 29th September 2017 

kweliTV officially launches its streaming platform 

The video streaming platform focuses on the Global African Voice with award-winning video content from all over the World. Click here to read the full story.  

Second edition of Digital Africa challenge launched 

The startups have until 22 October to deposit their project online on DigitalAfrica.AFD.fr. Click here to read the full story.   

Vivacom picks Eutelsat 8 West B satellite for broadcast clients in Africa 

Eutelsat 8 West B C-band capacity for contribution links across Africa. Click here to read the full story.   

VASCO and Nuvias to expand distributor agreement across EMEA 

Nuvias and VASCO Data Security International, a global leader in digital solutions, including identity, security and business productivity, have expanded their existing distributor agreement, increasing the number of EMEA countries covered from two to 21. Click here to read the full story.  

Rwanda implements IMF’s enhanced general data dissemination system 

Rwandan authority has started publishing International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) important macroeconomic data on the National Institute of Statistics’ web page, aiming to allowing national policy makers and domestic and international stakeholders to monitor economic conditions and policies. Click here to read the full story. 

Axis expands its network audio offering for smart background music and public address systems 

Axis adds to its growing offering for smart, network-based audio solutions for use beyond traditional security. Click here to read the full story.  

Empowering girls through innovation in education across Africa. (Image source: Adobe Stock)

(L-R): Dr Diane Karusisi, CEO, Bank of Kigali and Dr Reda Helal, group managing director – processing, Africa and co-head group processing, Network International. (Image source: Network International)

Kagiso Mothibi, MTN SA’s general manager for fintech products and services. (Image source: MTN)

Huawei Cloud pledges US$10mn in credits, aims to support 100 Nigerian startups, fostering innovation & digital transformation. (Image source: Adobe Stock)

Orange Digital Center and Coursera join forces to offer free certification courses for new digital professions. (Image source: Adobe Stock)

Africa Data Centres & DPA SA pioneer solar farm for sustainable data solutions in South Africa. (Image source: African Data Centres)

MTN leads South Africa's mobile networks with exceptional speeds, while Vodacom excels in 5G. (Image source: Adobe Stock)

Debbie Beech, country manager: SA and SADC at cybersecurity expert, Exclusive Networks Africa. (Image source: Exclusive Networks Africa)

MTN & Airtel create APEP to boost mobile money in Congo. (Image source: Adobe Stock)

By TechScan Africa and PayTechAfrica - Unveiling Africa's digital payment shift. (Image source: Adobe Stock)

Dietmar Siersdorfer, managing director at Siemens Energy Middle East and Africa. (Image source: Siemens Energy)

In the MENA region, cybersecurity is crucial amidst rising digitalisation and state-sponsored cyber threats, met by BBS Technology's comprehensive solutions. (Image source: Adobe Stock)

MTN's Bayobab expands fiber network across Africa, boosting connectivity. (Image source: Adobe Stock)

Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA), the leading ANSI-accredited standards development body for the ICT Industry, recognises Siemon for outstanding engagement, both as an individual and a company. (Image source: Adobe Stock)

Check Point & NVIDIA collaborate on Check Point AI Cloud Protect, enhancing security for AI workloads in the cloud amid rising cyber threats. (Image source: Adobe Stock)