Fixed-wireless access 5G to bridge Africa’s digital divide
The use of 5G mobile technology will help populations not served by fibre to get connected at home and work.
Staff Writer
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Exclusive: Vodacom DR Congo tests 5G as it pushes data, mobile money
Al Americani, CEO of Vodacom DR Congo, spoke to ITWeb Africa about its testing of network upgrades, its infrastructure challenges and the key role that mobile money plays in its offering to the country.
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4G smartphone usage propels Airtel Africa in interim results
Airtel Africa's regional networks are seeing growing data and smartphone usage, with 4G devices accounting for more than 80% of all data access in the last three months alone.
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Airtel Kenya expands network coverage
The expansion project includes the deployment of 349 new sites by the end of the year, with an additional 300 sites in the pipeline.
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Nokia, Orange announce Africa-focused 4G modernisation project
Companies commit to 3-year plan, including dedicated West and Central Africa Support Centre.
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Huawei ups support for Kenya's Presidential Digital Talent Program
Over 100 trainees from the current PDTP cohort will undergo training in wireless technology at Huawei's Nairobi training centre.
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Digital communications are revolutionising the railway business
Railway comms have been able to become IP-enabled, and now that process is stepping up another generation with the arrival of LTE, says Huawei Enterprise.
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MTN SA completes LTE rollout in Rustenburg
The increased LTE coverage in the mining town of Rustenburg was achieved through re-farming of existing spectrum.
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Telekom Networks Malawi expects 20% growth in profits
Telco also announces 20% increase in network users.
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Algeria: Djezzy bets on 4G to bolster subscriber interest
VimpelCom company seeking to rebound from declining ARPUs and minutes used by subscribers.
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Telkom revises Fair Use Policy for uncapped LTE
Telco says revision means more value for high data usage customers.
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Is Africa ready for 5G mobile networks?
While 5G and IoT is said to be poised to revolutionise networks, the practical realities of deployment and delivery mean a great deal more needs to be done.