Digital transformation

Italian Sparkle, AI-Bawaba boost Libyan connectivity

The two aim to provide an end-to-end solution with value-added services, using Sparkle's portfolio and international footprint and AI-Bawaba's local expertise.
Lezeth Khoza
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19 Mar

Zambia secures $120m DX grant

The USA has offered Zambia a digital transformation grant, it has been revealed.
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Mastercard, Paymentology target SA fintechs with card offering

The partnership aims to enable the creation of card services that serve both specialised use cases and unbanked communities.
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Mar 7, 2025

Masiyiwa's Foundation offers 200 scholarships to Zimbabweans

This year, the billionaire said the Foundation is looking for 200 of Zimbabwe's brightest minds with high ethical principles and standards.
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Feb 12, 2025

Zambia deploys govt WAN to enhance service delivery

The network is expected to improve public service delivery, increase transparency and accountability, and drive economic development.
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Feb 10, 2025

Seychelles commits to digitise public services

The  government says successful implementation of digital services marks a significant milestone in its modernisation journey, promising improved service delivery.
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Data centres anchor digital transformation in West Africa

In addition to promoting technological innovation, data centres will play a key role in the advancement of AI in the region, says an industry expert.
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Jan 10, 2025

Egypt, Konecta sign a $100 million deal to expand

Konecta will commence operations and establish headquarters in New Cairo with a $100 million investment.
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Jan 9, 2025

Red Cross launches Kenya digital transformation strategy

Red Cross seeks to embrace a data-driven and digitally enabled approach that will be critical in fulfilling the changing requirements of the communities they serve.
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Nov 26, 2024

MTN extends 5G to Benin and Congo-Brazzaville

The two networks join South Africa, Nigeria, Uganda and Zambia in MTN’s stable offering 5G connectivity.
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Liquid invests $111m in public WiFi plan in South Africa

Liquid renews its alliance with the Western Cape government in South Africa to advance its public WiFi plan, with a $111 million investment.
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Nov 12, 2024

Telecom Egypt, Vodafone sign $600m 5G infrastructure deals

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