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Project aligns with...
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The Central Bank introduced IIPS to enable instant mobile money transfers between MTN and Orange.
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Benin creates National Distance Learning Agency, ministers approve statutes
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Project targets simpler procedures for MSMEs via online one-stop...
Djibouti launches design of integrated government-to-business digital platform
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New hub enables startups, ISPs to expand connectivity...
Angola opens Angosat-2 satellite capacity to commercial telecom operators
New hub enables startups, ISPs to expand connectivity...
Airtel Africa signed a partnership with SpaceX to launch Starlink Direct-to-Cell satellite connectivity starting in 2026.
The agreement aims to extend...
Airtel Africa signed a partnership with SpaceX to launch Starlink Direct-to-Cell satellite connectivity starting in 2026.
The agreement aims to extend...
Airtel Zambia launched a $107 million nationwide network expansion program to improve coverage, reliability and customer experience.
The plan...
Airtel Zambia launched a $107 million nationwide network expansion program to improve coverage, reliability and customer experience.
The plan...
Morocco secured its sixth international connection via the Medusa submarine cable, with operations scheduled for 2026.
Inwi contracted a 1,416 km...
Morocco secured its sixth international connection via the Medusa submarine cable, with operations scheduled for 2026.
Inwi contracted a 1,416 km...
WIOCC secured $65 million in additional financing to expand digital infrastructure across Africa.
Proparco contributed a $15 million loan...
WIOCC secured $65 million in additional financing to expand digital infrastructure across Africa.
Proparco contributed a $15 million loan...
Algeria to connect new undersea fibre-optic cable, minister says
Project aims to boost internet speeds amid rising data demand
Move supports...
Algeria to connect new undersea fibre-optic cable, minister says
Project aims to boost internet speeds amid rising data demand
Move supports...
Stable and Chipper Cash announced a collaboration to integrate StableChain into Chipper’s platform, aiming to enhance cross-border digital asset...
Stable and Chipper Cash announced a collaboration to integrate StableChain into Chipper’s platform, aiming to enhance cross-border digital asset...
Airtel Africa will deploy Starlink’s Direct-to-Cell satellite service across 14 countries, aiming to reach 174 million users in remote...
Airtel Africa will deploy Starlink’s Direct-to-Cell satellite service across 14 countries, aiming to reach 174 million users in remote...
Ethio Telecom to extend telehealth services to 200 more hospitals
Expansion aims to cut costs and improve healthcare access
Rollout supported by 4G,...
Ethio Telecom to extend telehealth services to 200 more hospitals
Expansion aims to cut costs and improve healthcare access
Rollout supported by 4G,...
Morocco commits 1.3 billion dirhams to support domestic startups
Funding targets business creation, venture capital, and Technopark network
Programs...
Morocco commits 1.3 billion dirhams to support domestic startups
Funding targets business creation, venture capital, and Technopark network
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Web3 adoption is accelerating demand for blockchain developers across Africa.
The role combines programming, cryptography, and decentralized systems...
Web3 adoption is accelerating demand for blockchain developers across Africa.
The role combines programming, cryptography, and decentralized systems...
Yango invested in Ghanaian startup Gigmile through its venture arm, Yango Ventures.
Gigmile provides financing and management tools for last-mile...
Yango invested in Ghanaian startup Gigmile through its venture arm, Yango Ventures.
Gigmile provides financing and management tools for last-mile...
Ghana signed an agreement with Telecel Group to train 100,000 young people under the “One Million Coders” initiative.
The government targets...
Ghana signed an agreement with Telecel Group to train 100,000 young people under the “One Million Coders” initiative.
The government targets...
Orange Money Côte d’Ivoire launched a virtual Visa card that enables online payments across the global Visa network.
The card offers fee-free...
Orange Money Côte d’Ivoire launched a virtual Visa card that enables online payments across the global Visa network.
The card offers fee-free...
Senegal to scrap mobile roaming charges with four neighbours
Free incoming calls, local rates apply from March 2026
Move supports ECOWAS...
Senegal to scrap mobile roaming charges with four neighbours
Free incoming calls, local rates apply from March 2026
Move supports ECOWAS...
MTN South Sudan cuts service prices by 25%, minister says
Government presses operators to further reduce internet costs
ITU says mobile internet...
MTN South Sudan cuts service prices by 25%, minister says
Government presses operators to further reduce internet costs
ITU says mobile internet...
AI-backed agri-fintech is increasingly being used to pilot new rural credit models in Africa, where access to finance remains one of the main obstacles to...
AI-backed agri-fintech is increasingly being used to pilot new rural credit models in Africa, where access to finance remains one of the main obstacles to...
MindHYVE.ai and IUCEA partner to expand AI training across 170+ East African universities
Agreement provides access to advanced agentic-AI tools,...
MindHYVE.ai and IUCEA partner to expand AI training across 170+ East African universities
Agreement provides access to advanced agentic-AI tools,...
Mauritius will require foreign digital service providers to charge and remit 15% VAT from 1 January 2026.
Companies earning more than MUR 3...
Mauritius will require foreign digital service providers to charge and remit 15% VAT from 1 January 2026.
Companies earning more than MUR 3...
Guinea state takes full ownership of telecom operator Areeba
Decrees grant public control after MTN share buyout
Takeover raises questions over...
Guinea state takes full ownership of telecom operator Areeba
Decrees grant public control after MTN share buyout
Takeover raises questions over...
tpay has partnered with the government to provide Direct Carrier Billing for government payments like utilities and fines.
The mobile-based system...
tpay has partnered with the government to provide Direct Carrier Billing for government payments like utilities and fines.
The mobile-based system...
Starlink launches satellite internet service in Sao Tome and Principe
Monthly fees $61-$81 plus upfront hardware costs
High prices may limit...
Starlink launches satellite internet service in Sao Tome and Principe
Monthly fees $61-$81 plus upfront hardware costs
High prices may limit...
Platform aims to cut paperwork, speed processing, and centralise admin services
Backed by World Bank, portal part of broader governance and...
Platform aims to cut paperwork, speed processing, and centralise admin services
Backed by World Bank, portal part of broader governance and...
Senegal earmarks CFA13.5 billion ($24 million) in its 2026 budget to modernise the communications sector.
The government plans to create a new...
Senegal earmarks CFA13.5 billion ($24 million) in its 2026 budget to modernise the communications sector.
The government plans to create a new...
Ethiopia launches 2026-2030 digital payment strategy and instant payment system
Plan aims to build inclusive, cash-light economy and boost financial...
Ethiopia launches 2026-2030 digital payment strategy and instant payment system
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Burkina Faso gives telecom operators 6 months to meet service commitments
Govt urges better coverage, transparency, and infrastructure on key routes ...
Burkina Faso gives telecom operators 6 months to meet service commitments
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African ministers adopt Algiers Declaration on regulating global digital platforms
Framework seeks fairer terms with OTTs, stronger data and AI...
African ministers adopt Algiers Declaration on regulating global digital platforms
Framework seeks fairer terms with OTTs, stronger data and AI...
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