As more than 60 per cent of the African population still lacks the internet connectivity, community networks can bridge this connectivity gap, according to the Internet Society, a global non-profit dedicated to ensuring the open development, evolution and use of the internet
Google has partnered with Nigerian fibre cable network provider 21st Century to roll-out free Wi-Fi hotspots in five Nigerian cities, as part of Google Station Internet infrastructure project
Millicom, an international telecommunications and media company, owns and controls that MIC Tanzania Limited (operating as Tigo Tanzania), as reaffirmed by the Court of Appeal of Tanzania, the country’s highest court
Siemon, a leading global network infrastructure specialist, has partnered with data centre infrastructure management (DCIM) solution provider Graphical Networks
About US$100mn has been injected into Africa’s fintech and mobile payments sector in 2018, with a significant amount of additional capital to be deployed this year, according to TMT finance, a global telecom, media and tech news and events company
Qualcomm empowers African tech startups with mentorship. (Image source: Adobe Stock)
GSMA's 2024 report reveals the transformative impact of mobile technology in Sub-Saharan Africa, highlighting key challenges and growth opportunities. (Image source: Adobe Stock)
Sub-Saharan Africa remains the most active region for mobile money, with East and West Africa seeing the highest growth in registered accounts and monthly usage. (Image source: Adobe Stock)
PalmPay launches USSD code in Nigeria, enabling millions to access financial services without internet, enhancing financial inclusion. (Image source: Palmpay)
MTN South Africa partners with KnowRoaming to introduce the Travel eSIM, offering cost-effective data roaming across 150+ destinations worldwide. (Image source: Adobe Stock)
IPT PowerTech scales clean power networks
Paratus launches Essential Access connectivity solution
IFC partners with Cashi to scale interoperable digital payments in Chad. (Image source: IFC)
Financial inclusion grows through mobile money usage
GITEX Africa to showcase Vertiv’s HPC innovations. (Image source: Vertiv)
IPT PowerTech scales clean power networks
Paratus launches Essential Access connectivity solution
IFC partners with Cashi to scale interoperable digital payments in Chad. (Image source: IFC)
Financial inclusion grows through mobile money usage
GITEX Africa to showcase Vertiv’s HPC innovations. (Image source: Vertiv)
Bringing direct-to-cell satellite connectivity to 4G smartphones in no coverage areas
Orange Tunisie rolls out satellite broadband in Tunisia
Digitally track and locate tools with Brady’s RFID solution. (Image source: Brady Corporation)
Satellite partnership expands African connectivity
Oluwamuyiwa Akinmejiwa explains how data sovereignty laws are reshaping digital infrastructure choices for West African banks
Africa’s rising digital talent opportunity
The satellite network will be integrated with the Yas core infrastructure across its markets
