MTN calls for regulatory harmonisation across Africa

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.

The international fibre player believes the move will help position Zambia as a digital hub in the region.

The facility will ensure the country's sovereignty over the data created by the eVisa system, safeguard consular data, and modernise internal operations.

The telco says this investment aims to bridge the digital gap and deliver affordable connectivity to millions of Nigerians who now lack access to telecom services.

This initiative aims to bridge the digital divide in the unserved and underserved areas of Namibia by providing access to connectivity, according to the government.

Bayobab acquired additional fibre operating licences in critical markets, including Uganda, Côte d'Ivoire, and the Central African Republic.

Nigerian startup unveils electric vehicle charging station model, which the company hopes will boost adoption of EVs in the country.

Cameroon, with relatively advanced digital infrastructure when compared to regional peers, is the favorite tech hub host, according to Nigerian based think tank.

Each kiosk would serve at least 5,000 community members and will offer e-commerce, e-education, and e-health services.

Telesonic is a fibre firm that will use Airtel's ground fibre assets and submarine cable networks to meet Africa's growing need for wholesale data.

Bayobab said the landing today means Ghanaian and Nigerian service providers will be able to obtain capacity in carrier-neutral data centres.