Africell

Africell, fintech PYYPL launch Visa card in Sierra Leone

The telco says the app registration process, requires only a National ID Card or passport and an Africell number to enjoy free transfers, regardless of the amount.
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1:40
Aug 8, 2023

US gov launches Digital Money is Better project in Angola

The Digital Money is Better project aims to empower communities in Angola by improving personal finances and allowing access to financial services via cell phones.
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Cameroon’s eVisa application service to go live in April

The eVisa system, the minister believes, will help turn Cameroon into a more attractive destination.
1:50
Apr 12, 2022

Africell invests US$150m into network rollout in Angola

MNO Africell has officially launched commercial mobile phone and data services in Angola.
2:10
Nov 22, 2021

Africell confirms Afriphone assembly plans for DRC

Company will begin assembly of handsets in January 2022.
1:40
Oct 25, 2021

Africell pins hope of early expansion on Angola datacentre

Mobile phone operator believes the facility will serve as the cornerstone of network connectivity service delivery in the country.
2:00
Sep 22, 2021

Africell negotiates exit conditions with Uganda’s regulator

The Uganda Communications Commission grants conditional approval.
2:40
Sep 8, 2021

Africell confirms Uganda exit amid stiff competition from MTN and Airtel

Company will permanently end all mobile network services in the country by 7 October.
2:00
Jul 28, 2021

Africell secures tax exemptions in Angola

Exemptions will enable Africell to have sufficient capital to purchase telecommunications equipment to enable rapid expansion across the country.
3:10
Jul 12, 2021

Angola: Nokia pens telecoms deal with Africell

Nokia’s AirScale platform to be rolled out with 5G network support in mind.
1:30
Jun 22, 2021

Africell appoints Afghan Wireless MD as Angola CEO

US-owned tech firm looks to construct mobile network in the country over the next five years.
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Apr 20, 2021

Africell and Aviat pen multi-million dollar 5G agreement

Companies plan 5G-ready end-to-end disaggregated transmission network across multiple African countries.