Ericsson, Luxembourg, Sweden support boosts Sahel digital connectivity
The conflict-besieged Sahel region, including mainly Burkina Faso, Maurita and Niger, has received a boost from Emergency Telecommunications Cluster (ETC) aimed at enhancing digital connectivity.
Zambia’s ruling party election manifesto centres on digital transformation
The incumbent United Party for National Development has given digital transformation top priority in its election manifesto.
Airtel Africa Foundation invested $6.2m across Africa
The Foundation says it has connected over 3000 schools and millions of learners to digital education platforms across Africa.
How a fishing competition sponsorship led to community empowerment through connectivity
Paratus Mozambique will expand its Starlink installation to support teacher training and connect more remote communities.
Telecom Namibia expedites fibre rollout to deter copper theft
Telecom Namibia to accelerate its transition from theft-prone copper-based infrastructure to fibre.
MTN targets Africa's streaming growth
New platform combines local content with flexible viewing and payment options.
MTN Nigeria defends data pricing
Operator plans new tracking tool amid concerns over data costs and usage.
MTN Uganda names new MoMo MD
Phrase Lubega has been appointed to lead MTN Mobile Money Uganda’s growth and financial inclusion drive.
MTN Nigeria probes data depletion
The initiative comes amid growing scepticism about how telecom companies monitor and deduct data usage, with many consumers claiming that their data bundles expire faster than expected.
MTN names successor to Paul Norman
Africa's largest telco strengthens leadership with internal promotions as part of Ambition 2030 strategy.
East Africa bloc targets cheaper regional roaming
The East African Community aims to establish a harmonised regional mobile roaming framework to support affordable cross-border communication.
MTN pledges to connect 8m Nigerian homes to fibre
Over the next three years, the telecoms operator will invest more heavily into its FTTH offerings.
EAC targets lower regional roaming costs
East African Community aims to lower roaming charges and boost connectivity across borders.