Cape Verde becomes the 18th African country to adopt Starlink

Zambia unveils free public WiFi at the InterCity bus station in Lusaka to help bridge the digital divide.

The two networks join South Africa, Nigeria, Uganda and Zambia in MTN’s stable offering 5G connectivity.

The agreements serve as Telecom Egypt’s strategic plan monetise its network, a foundation for delivering 5G services.

The founder of Starlink and a South African-born billionaire, announced the plans on his X platform.

The company says the recognition underscores its commitment to providing innovative and reliable connectivity solutions.

The deal comes as satellite technology is gaining traction on the continent, with authorities agreeing to use it to advance Africa’s economic goals.

The goal of the project is to increase Nigeria's existing connectivity backbone from 35,000 km to 125,000 km.

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.

The company handed over computers to a rural schools, saying the project aims to bridge the digital divide and provide students with access to technology.

Minister Minette Libom Li Likeng wants to assess the level of implementation of commitments taken by the mobile operators and compliance with recommendations given by government.

Camtel's optic fibre network has been interrupted 17 times since September due to vandalism.