South Africa’s mobile data-only network operator, Rain, has launched the first 5G commercial network in South Africa in partnership with Huawei
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LTS unveils MENA growth strategy for IoT solutions
Saudi Arabia-based Logistics Technology Services (LTS) has announced plans to launch its IoT services portfolio in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, followed by the Middle East and Africa over the next three years
Surfline to provide Wi-Fi connectivity to public libraries
Surfline Communications Limited, Ghana’s 4G LTE internet service provider, has partnered with the Ghana Library Authority (GhLA) to provide Wi-Fi connectivity to public library patrons in the Greater Accra Region
Facebook and WhatsApp play major role in elections across Africa
With a number of upcoming elections across Africa, Akua Gyekye, public policy manager, Africa Elections, has shared an update to reduce the spread of misinformation, protect election integrity and support civic engagement across the continent
CPJ joins call for Nigeria to ensure internet and social media services
The committee to protect journalists (CPJ) have joined the call for Nigeria to ensure internet and social media services remain connected during elections