MTN Zambia, Starlink first to Direct-to-Cell connectivity

Banks have backdated deductions to December 2025, following the Malawi Revenue Authorities directive.

The public consultation will be held for 21 days, with stakeholders urged to submit views by March 20, 2026.

With 3.1 billion people globally still offline despite coverage, industry leaders say tax cuts and import duty reforms will be critical to hitting the $30–$40 price point and unlocking digital inclusion at scale.

Paratus Zambia has introduced Tarana’s next-generation fixed wireless access technology.

Instead of competing directly for the broad market, the telecom provider said it focuses on underserved and niche consumer segments.

The turnaround restores dividends and solidifies Nigeria's status as MTN Group's key market.

Backed by 50 million subscribers and integrated telebirr payments, the state-owned giant is positioning itself to challenge satellite broadcasters and reshape Ethiopia’s content economy.

The telco posted a profit after tax of $124 million (UGX 446.8 billion) in financial year 2025, driven by booming data demand and disciplined cost management.

The platform was launched on Thursday to give a centralised and easy-to-remember reporting mechanism, enable citizens to report poor service delivery in public institutions.

The CEO said the company will spend about N$20 million (US$1,246 million) a year on upkeep and operations for these sites.

Kenyans are less opposed to privatisation than to fears of undervaluation, weak safeguards, and unclear plans for how the proceeds will be spent.

President Yoweri Museveni challenged the telco to bridge the digital divide, enhance infrastructure, and empower Ugandans.