The report explores the choice between public and private investment for developing quality telecom infrastructure in Africa. Private operators have shown...
Digital trade is experiencing impressive growth in Africa. Although several challenges remain, countries and regional institutions are making significant...
Digital trade is experiencing impressive growth in Africa. Although several challenges remain, countries and regional institutions are making significant...
In Congo, 48.31% of consumers are unhappy with the mobile Internet services provided by telecom operators MTN and Airtel. This finding comes from the...
In Congo, 48.31% of consumers are unhappy with the mobile Internet services provided by telecom operators MTN and Airtel. This finding comes from the...
Guinea-Bissau is set to expand its blockchain-based payroll management platform to cover all government employees. By November 2024, this solution may...
Guinea-Bissau is set to expand its blockchain-based payroll management platform to cover all government employees. By November 2024, this solution may...
Struggling to stay competitive, Tmcel is focused on boosting service quality to stand out in the national telecom market, where it faces competition from...
Struggling to stay competitive, Tmcel is focused on boosting service quality to stand out in the national telecom market, where it faces competition from...
Authorities in Senegal are stepping up to push the country's digital sector to a higher level. By 2030, the sector's weight in the GDP is expected to be...
Authorities in Senegal are stepping up to push the country's digital sector to a higher level. By 2030, the sector's weight in the GDP is expected to be...
In emerging markets like Africa, digital infrastructure and services are critical for business innovation and job creation. Expanding into these markets...
In emerging markets like Africa, digital infrastructure and services are critical for business innovation and job creation. Expanding into these markets...
Niger's Electronic Communications and Postal Regulation Authority (ARCEP) is taking steps to ensure telecom operators provide top-quality services to...
Niger's Electronic Communications and Postal Regulation Authority (ARCEP) is taking steps to ensure telecom operators provide top-quality services to...
Smart city initiatives can stimulate local economies by attracting investments and creating jobs. Improved infrastructures and services can enhance the...
Smart city initiatives can stimulate local economies by attracting investments and creating jobs. Improved infrastructures and services can enhance the...
New GSMA report highlights importance of standard-power 6 GHz mobile networks for global digital economies as mobile data growth rises
High capacity 6...
New GSMA report highlights importance of standard-power 6 GHz mobile networks for global digital economies as mobile data growth rises
High capacity 6...
Tunisia has taken another step toward launching fifth-generation (5G) mobile technology. On September 23, the country’s three main telecom...
Tunisia has taken another step toward launching fifth-generation (5G) mobile technology. On September 23, the country’s three main telecom...
The mobile industry has achieved 58% of its potential contribution to the 17 UN SDG goals, but further focus is needed to maximise potential.
The mobile...
The mobile industry has achieved 58% of its potential contribution to the 17 UN SDG goals, but further focus is needed to maximise potential.
The mobile...
In Africa, Russia has previously partnered with Angola to launch a telecommunications satellite. The satellite entered orbit in October 2022, and...
In Africa, Russia has previously partnered with Angola to launch a telecommunications satellite. The satellite entered orbit in October 2022, and...
Integrating technology into critical sectors is paving the way for more inclusive and resilient economies across the continent. By leveraging cutting-edge...
Integrating technology into critical sectors is paving the way for more inclusive and resilient economies across the continent. By leveraging cutting-edge...
The African healthcare system is at a critical juncture, facing numerous challenges that necessitate innovative solutions. By prioritizing innovation and...
The African healthcare system is at a critical juncture, facing numerous challenges that necessitate innovative solutions. By prioritizing innovation and...
In 2024, 19 African countries are recognized as strong performers in e-government, with scores of at least 0.5 out of 1. South Africa and Mauritius lead...
In 2024, 19 African countries are recognized as strong performers in e-government, with scores of at least 0.5 out of 1. South Africa and Mauritius lead...
A robust digital infrastructure is essential for supporting Africa’s fast-growing digital economy. A resilient internet ecosystem ensures that...
A robust digital infrastructure is essential for supporting Africa’s fast-growing digital economy. A resilient internet ecosystem ensures that...
Airtel Africa began discussions with the IFC in April 2024. The company had previously received $194 million from the financial institution in...
Airtel Africa began discussions with the IFC in April 2024. The company had previously received $194 million from the financial institution in...
The ICT landscape is rapidly evolving, with technologies like AI, blockchain, and 5G. Existing policies, some decades old, may not cover these...
The ICT landscape is rapidly evolving, with technologies like AI, blockchain, and 5G. Existing policies, some decades old, may not cover these...
The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) has recognized seven African countries as cybersecurity role models. These countries have implemented...
The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) has recognized seven African countries as cybersecurity role models. These countries have implemented...
ORAN technology allows telecom operators to lower the cost of network infrastructure by using open, interoperable hardware and software solutions. This...
ORAN technology allows telecom operators to lower the cost of network infrastructure by using open, interoperable hardware and software solutions. This...
In October 2023, AMS-IX and Wingu Africa signed a partnership agreement to establish AMS-IX Djibouti. Since then, the traffic at Djibouti’s Internet...
In October 2023, AMS-IX and Wingu Africa signed a partnership agreement to establish AMS-IX Djibouti. Since then, the traffic at Djibouti’s Internet...
Gamtel is dealing with ongoing disruptions to its fiber optic network, which have been affecting its services. This year alone, the company has reported...
Gamtel is dealing with ongoing disruptions to its fiber optic network, which have been affecting its services. This year alone, the company has reported...
The African Union envisions a continent where all regions are interconnected. This goal is part of its digital strategy, and to achieve it, the...
The African Union envisions a continent where all regions are interconnected. This goal is part of its digital strategy, and to achieve it, the...
In recent days, many consumers in Cameroon have taken to social media to voice their frustration over the declining quality of services from telecom...
In recent days, many consumers in Cameroon have taken to social media to voice their frustration over the declining quality of services from telecom...
Junior is a young student at a technical college in Bangui, capital of the Central African Republic, getting set to resume studies at the University of...
Junior is a young student at a technical college in Bangui, capital of the Central African Republic, getting set to resume studies at the University of...
The black market for stolen phones affects both security and economic growth. It fuels crime, including phone theft and trafficking, making it harder for...
The black market for stolen phones affects both security and economic growth. It fuels crime, including phone theft and trafficking, making it harder for...
Telecom services are rapidly evolving in Africa, with new infrastructure being deployed. However, the proximity of these towers to residential areas...
Telecom services are rapidly evolving in Africa, with new infrastructure being deployed. However, the proximity of these towers to residential areas...
Starlink entered the African internet market in Nigeria at the end of January 2023. Since then, the satellite internet provider, a subsidiary of Elon...
Starlink entered the African internet market in Nigeria at the end of January 2023. Since then, the satellite internet provider, a subsidiary of Elon...
The number of Mobile Money accounts in Africa jumped from 562 million in 2020 to 856 million in 2023, reflecting a 52% growth, according to a report by...
The number of Mobile Money accounts in Africa jumped from 562 million in 2020 to 856 million in 2023, reflecting a 52% growth, according to a report by...
Investment in AI and technology can spur economic development by creating new industries and job opportunities. It can attract further investment and...
Investment in AI and technology can spur economic development by creating new industries and job opportunities. It can attract further investment and...
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