Reforms could get more Rwandans online
GSMA says bold policy reforms could connect a million more Rwandans and unlock significant economic gains.
$1.6bn Safaricom deal now unravelling
Vodacom seeks stay after court orders $1.6bn Safaricom stake returned to the state.
MTN Cameroon secures airport connectivity deal
The World Bank-backed contracts cover WLAN/SD-WAN and charging stations at six Cameroonian airports.
Nigeria strengthens mobile device oversight
The country's telecoms regulator is automating checks on SIM-enabled devices entering the market.
Mozambique telecoms complaints surge 44%
Mozambique recorded 391,723 consumer complaints about communications services in 2025, highlighting challenges among mobile operators.
MTN Nigeria crosses 100 million subscribers
The operator ended July 2026 with 100.86 million active subscribers, up from 98.64 million in June, according to the Nigerian Communications Commission.
Safaricom Ethiopia passes 15 million subscribers
The operator reaches the milestone less than four years after launching commercial services.
Zimbabwe's internet traffic jumps 57%
The country's internet traffic jumped as operators expanded high-capacity mobile networks.
Kenya moves to recycle inactive numbers
The regulator said the proposed procedures and technical safeguards are intended to manage Kenya's numbering resources while safeguarding the rights and interests of subscribers.
MTN Nigeria targets fibre gaps with FlyX
FlyX uses 5G to extend fixed broadband beyond MTN Nigeria’s fibre footprint.
MTN MoMo eyes expanded African reach
The operator aims to build Africa’s largest digital fintech platform, with customers interacting through a smartphone app.
Paratus Uganda first to market with Starlink service
Starlink’s low earth orbit satellite service allows Paratus Uganda to unlock high-speed, low-latency satellite access for enterprise customers across even the most remote parts of the country.