Infrastructure

Bayobab elevates Rabih Kanaan as MD of East to West

Kanaan will oversee the East to West holding company, driving the strategic growth and execution of Bayobab’s operations across key markets.
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MTN Group moves forward with localisation initiatives

Africa's largest telecom services provider has spent the last few months increasing its local shareholder base in several of its operating companies.
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Nigeria’s Anambra State to launch data platform

According to the state, the platform will provide decision-makers with real-time access to important information.
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South Africa leads Africa on download speeds

The country's download speed is 50% faster than second-placed Zimbabwe and more than four times faster than last-placed Angola.
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Telecom Egypt, Vodafone sign $600m 5G infrastructure deals

The agreements serve as Telecom Egypt’s strategic plan monetise its network, a foundation for delivering 5G services.
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Nigerian telcos seek reforms to sustain sector

Telcos are urging the government to focus on regulatory reforms that will allow them to build and sustain infrastructure.
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Campost, FindMe partner to deliver mails in Cameroon

The two signed a partnership deal in the capital, Yaounde, which will allow Campost to use FindMe's technologies to improve operational efficiency.
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Telecom Egypt works with Mobily to build undersea cable

Mobily partners with Telecom Egypt to land the first Saudi submarine cable linking Saudi Arabia and Egypt through the Red Sea.
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Nigeria’s Benue State signs Huawei digital deal

The Smart Benue State program is going to use Huawei to improve the state's infrastructure while also creating jobs in security, healthcare, and education.
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Ethio Telecom extends 5G services to more cities

The 5G service is now available in Wolaita Sodo, Hosaena, Arba Minch, and nearby locations.
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MTN Uganda's feud with the taxman continues

The telco informed shareholders it is continuing to engage the authorities in "constructive dialogue" and is hopeful that the ongoing discussions will result in a fair conclusion.
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1 Nov

Congo puts telcos on notice for non-compliant towers

The regulator issued a warning to telcos after noticing significant safety violations and non-compliance when installing towers.