Challenges impact investment in Nigeria’s broadband ambitions
Economist lists changes in policy, licensing requirements and taxation as among several issues thwarting investment.
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Urgent call to restore telecoms in war-torn Sudan
Nearly 100 humanitarian organisations appeal for return of telecommunications and internet services in Sudan as the war rages on.
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Paratus Group signs BSO as first customer for Express Route
The Paratus Express Route provides the fastest connectivity between Johannesburg and Europe, with a latency of 123 milliseconds, the company says.
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New 5MW data centre planned for Djibouti
A joint venture between PAIX Data Centres and the Djibouti Sovereign Fund hopes to capitalise on the country’s positioning as an intercontinental connectivity hub.
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Nigeria to deploy new 90,000km terrestrial fibre optic backbone
The new fibre backbone will increase Internet penetration in Nigeria to over 70% and reduce the cost of Internet access by over 60%, according to the country’s comms minister.
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Achieving long-term network sustainability
Sustainability is a global priority but achieving it can be a significant challenge for organisations.
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Camtel, Angola Cables pact to boost connectivity
The two companies say the agreement signifies an important step in advancing telecoms and digital connectivity in Africa.
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Embracing the pivot for a new trajectory in mining
Navigating the positive transition to new generation technologies in South Africa's mining industry
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Virtual CIO service is a compelling solution for businesses navigating tough economic conditions
A business would do well to consider the benefits of engaging a virtual CIO.
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Cassava Tech’s ADC unveils channel partner programme
The data centre company says that the programme prioritises mutual growth for itself and its partners.
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US supports increased fibre, 5G connectivity in Kenya
The US is funding a study to address Kenya’s internet affordability gap through the development of new fibre optic and 5G infrastructure.
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Efficiency unleashed: Digital transformation in operations
It isn’t new, or novel to say that digitising production, operations and logistics will lead to more efficiency, higher quality, and improved output.
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Safaricom unveils plan to train 10,000 fibre optic technicians
The academy's partners said attendees will get hands-on experience, theoretical understanding, and practical skills for successful network deployment.