Kenya eyes commercial satellite launch facility
The proposed spaceport is one of 13 priority infrastructure projects Kenya presented to investors at the Global Infrastructure Cooperation Conference in Seoul in September.
Ethiopia seeks stronger geospatial data-sharing
The initiative follows a review of Ethiopia’s Space Science and Geospatial Institute by Frehiwot Tamru, minister of innovation and technology.
Africa emerges as D2D satellite battleground
The connectivity solution is emerging as the next competitive front for satellite companies targeting Africa, as they race to reach the continent’s most underserved communities.
Q-KON, SISTEC launch sovereign satellite PoP in Angola
Q-KON and SISTEC have launched a sovereign Luanda PoP, keeping Angolan satellite data local.
Infratel partners NuRAN for LEO satellite trial
Rural infrastructure pilot could pave the way for LEO satellite backhaul across four African markets.
Nigeria widens satellite communications reach
Nigeria moves ahead on new satellite as Thales Alenia Space signs contract for NigComSat-2A.
Nigeria approves two new satellites
Nigeria will deploy NIGCOMSAT-2A and 2B to expand broadband and strengthen critical communications.
MTN expands Uganda Starlink deal
MTN Uganda has integrated Starlink satellite internet to serve enterprise clients in remote regions.
Tmcel begins ANGOSAT-2 satellite trials
State-owned operator Tmcel tests Angolan satellite to boost Mozambique telecommunications and broadcasting services.
Airtel launches satellite-to-mobile in DRC
The remote connectivity capability targets logistics operators, humanitarian agencies, healthcare staff, mining operations and rural communities operating beyond terrestrial tower range.
Benin, Nigeria strengthen border surveillance
The West African countries have partnered to use geospatial technology to strengthen border security and surveillance.
Sonatel enhances Senegal digital infrastructure
The telco has expanded its Gandoul teleport with Eutelsat OneWeb's satellite gateway, adding 16 antennas to boost broadband connectivity across West Africa.