MTN Group, Airtel Africa stun markets with network sharing pact
These sharing agreements, according to the telcos, target improved network cost efficiencies, expanded coverage and the provision of enhanced mobile services to millions of customers, particularly those in remote and rural areas.
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Rwanda intends to connect every home by 2029
The government wants every home in Rwanda to be connected in the next 4 years.
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Closing the gap: Nigeria plans 1 000 new rural base stations
Working with international development partners, the country hopes to help get more citizens connected.
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LINX expands Nairobi network to PAIX data centres
The London Internet Exchange has completed the expansion of its Nairobi network to PAIX Data Centres, and services are now live.
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Nigeria outlines ‘groundbreaking’ digital literacy programme
A government-backed initiative, which aims to increase citizen awareness of misinformation and improve civic engagement, is being launched.
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Nigeria to deploy 90 000km fibre in Q4 25
With a date set, the country hopes to increase internet penetration and connect millions of previously unserved or underserved users.
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Kenya seeks digital prosperity with Italy's expertise
The discussion yesterday focused on the Italian company's flagship plan, which seeks to supply at least 1 gigabit fixed-line internet to all homes and businesses in the country by 2026.
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Obsidian pioneering open-source solutions and managed services for 30 years
As part of its 30th-anniversary celebrations, Obsidian is launching a series of campaigns to showcase its advancements in Linux, Atlassian, SaaS, and Edge Computing.
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Kenya’s Tech4Inc honours African women in tech
Tech4Inc will recognise the contributions of three women on the continent: Njogu Grace, Joanna Govender and Shandy Odhiambo.
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ETC addresses the Sahel digital divide
The Emergency Telecommunications Cluster says it is satisfied with the progress made in bridging the digital divide in the Sahel.
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iX Africa Data Centres launches 4.5MW Hyperscale Facility in Kenya
iXAfrica Data Centres has unveiled the first phase of its datacentre in Nairobi called NBOX1.
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Ethio Telecom rolls out DX solutions to empower key sectors
The company asserts that by eliminating the need for costly on-premises infrastructure, it can provide a more agile, secure, and scalable solution.