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Here is a brief overview of the week’s news on Communications Africa, from 28th August - 1st September 2017  

Liquid Telecom to deliver Microsoft cloud products and services to serve businesses across Africa 

Liquid Telecom’s award-winning pan-African Leading pan-African telecoms group Liquid Telecom, a subsidiary of Econet Global, has announced that it has partnered with Microsoft through the Cloud Solution Provider (CSP) programme and is now delivering scalable and secure cloud services across Africa. Click here to read the full story.

IGEL extends capabilities of UB Pocket for endpoint management on Apple Mac computers 

For the first time, IT organisations can now convert most 64-bit, x86-based Apple Mac computers into an IGEL OS-powered endpoint via the micro thin client solution. Click here to read the full story. 

Verizon, Ericsson and Qualcomm Technologies hit gigabit speeds of 1.07 Gbps 

Verizon, Ericsson and Qualcomm Technologies, a subsidiary of Qualcomm Incorporated, have surpassed the Gigabit speed barrier. Click here to read the full story. 

Connecting Africa Digital Week: Disruptive technology and connectivity accelerating the African digital revolution 

The Connecting Africa community and leading series of African technology, media, and telecommunications events have officially launched the largest online event dedicated to tracking disruptive technologies across Africa. Click here to read the full story. 

IDC: More consolidation on the cards for Ghana's ICT market 

While the Ghanaian ICT market is more mature in comparison to other West African countries, quality of service (QoS) remains a challenge, with telcos and internet service providers (ISPs) struggling to offer seamless connectivity of voice and data services. Click here to read the full story. 

SEACOM debuts LEO satellite service, enhancing connectivity in South Africa; industry leaders endorse its potential for digital transformation. (Image source: Adobe Stock)

Paratus Group pioneers fastest fiber express route linking Johannesburg to Europe, revolutionising telecommunications with low latency and high-speed connectivity. (Image source: Adobe Stock)

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)

Microsoft envisions AI empowering Africa's progress, highlighting strategies for governance and partnerships to ensure equitable advancement. (Image source: Adobe Stock)

American Tower and ProFuturo join forces to revolutionise education in Africa, bridging the digital divide and empowering underserved communities. (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)

MainOne, an Equinix subsidiary, partners with Akwa Ibom state for high-speed connectivity, enhancing Nigeria's digital landscape. (Image source: Adobe Stock)

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

South African government plans to extend Wi-Fi connectivity to 5.5 million households in rural and township regions over the course of the next three to four years. (Image source: Adobe Stock)

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