African women hit hardest as mobile internet gender gap persists
According to the GSMA's 2025 research, nearly a billion women in low- and middle-income countries do not own smartphones, and Sub-Saharan Africa has one of the world's widest mobile gender gaps.
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MTN, Rwanda unite to accelerate Africa's AI vision
MTN Group's Ralph Mupita and Rwandan ICT Minister Paula Ingabire met last week to explore ambitious investments in connectivity and innovation.
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Unleashing AI’s potential in Africa requires bold action on infrastructure
Governments across Africa have been urged to create enabling environments for AI to thrive, including encouraging private sector investment in infrastructure.
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Digital solutions firm Hayo enters Kenya with two licences
The licences enable Hayo to deliver digital solutions and communications services, enabling Kenyan organisations to get technologies delivered with on-the-ground support.
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GSMA applauds MTN, Airtel for network sharing
GSMA says network sharing agreements reflect international best practices critical to reducing cost and improving efficiencies of digital infrastructure roll out.
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GSMA appoints Mupita as deputy chair
The MTN Group CEO will support the chair and board in overseeing the strategic direction of the organisation, which represents the world’s mobile operators.
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MTN Group wants to be tech-enabled platform business
The telco says its vision is to evolve into a tech-enabled platform business, delivering dignity, hope, and opportunity for all Africans.
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GSMA, South Africa partner to lower costs of smart devices
Communications Minister Solly Malatsi yesterday underlined the importance of making cellphones and other smart devices affordable.
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The intersection of telecoms and renewable energy
Mobile operators can lead Africa's energy transition by modernising their networks and adopting energy-efficient architectures.
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GSMA launches fund to accelerate Africa’s AI agenda
The Fund is providing grants of up to £250,000 to businesses that use AI and future technologies to drive forward-looking innovations.
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MTN Group CEO Ralph Mupita elected to GSMA board
The telco says his presence on the board will be instrumental in unlocking the potential of mobile technology to support sustainable development and economic growth.
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Axian Telecom joins EQUALS in giant step to close gender divide in Africa
By joining the EQUALS, the African telecoms group with a presence in 15 countries, said it aims to learn from shared experiences and best practices