North Africa 5G landscape split by 'early adopter' gap
Opensignal report reveals Tunisia and Egypt are pulling ahead in network reliability, while Algeria’s record speeds mask a lack of consistent coverage.
Meet your AI assistant: MobiAgent set to supercharge BPO businesses
MobiAgent automates tasks, handles administration and locates and packages information so people don’t have to, says Shiaam Abrahams, marketing and projects manager at iMobility.
Paratus Essential Access launched to empower critical services across Africa
The solution is designed by Paratus and powered by Starlink to deliver priority satellite connectivity to organisations in Africa’s remote communities.
NCC orders telcos to compensate subscribers over poor network quality
The country’s telecoms regulator is taking a new stance in its efforts to improve levels of service for mobile subscribers.
Zambia mobile sector records 14% revenue growth
Revenues of the country’s mobile network operators exceeded $698 million in 2025.
Ethio Telecom, Italy’s Ascot Energy talk green power
Strategic partnership targets 1 000 sites annually for solar-hybrid conversion to support the telco’s "Next Horizon" 2028 expansion.
Kenya bans telcos from recycling SIM cards
The decision raises compliance pressure on operators like Safaricom while strengthening user control over mobile money, banking, and online identities.
Data rewrites Namibia telecoms future
Mobile data revenue climbed to $52 million in Q4 2025, cushioning operators as voice income continued to decline, with subscriber growth and broadband demand reshaping Namibia’s telecom landscape.
First Distribution appointed as official Ruckus Networks distributor across SADC region
This addition to First Distribution’s Networking Division strengthens its portfolio with wired and wireless solutions designed to deliver reliable, secure and high-performance connectivity.
Nigeria, Ghana trigger stunning 45% surge in MTN dividends
Strong growth in MTN Nigeria and Ghana, combined with a resilient South Africa, helped power MTN Group’s exceptional 2025 results, delivering robust free cash flow, improved returns and a 45% jump in shareholder dividends.
Vodacom Lesotho invests $40m to supercharge connectivity
The operator is using artificial intelligence to improve the consumer experience and has invested millions of dollars in improving connectivity and boosting digital financial services.
SADC countries unite to slash roaming charges
Botswana, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Zambia, and Zimbabwe are among the countries that will take part.
Malawi bolsters connectivity at major commercial hub
Inq. Digital has installed 21 routers at Malawi’s Gateway Mall to bolster internet connectivity, part of efforts to develop local digital infrastructure.