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Mar 18, 2022

COVID-19, 4G cost dominates North Africa’s digital landscape

Research by French telecommunications firm Orange reflects on emerging trends in the market.

NCC’s Danbatta wants more from ICT industry

Executive Vice Chairman of the regulator has underlined the tech industry’s contribution towards Nigeria’s GDP, but believes society can expect more amid a growing demand for faster, reliable internet connectivity.

There’s enough room for e-Naira says Luno’s GM

Marius Reitz believes it will take some time before the currency gains traction in the market.

Sudan’s Alsoug cautiously optimistic as country emerges from tech isolation

Company to launch national payments network but remains concerned about low internet penetration.

CBDC launch will empower Nigeria with early adopter advantage

Planned e-Naira pilot will give West African country advantage over counterparts in the space, according to blockchain, cryptocurrency professionals.

e-Naira promises ‘economic new dawn’ if done right says blockchain expert

The Central Bank of Nigeria has partnered with Barbados Fintech firm on proposed CBDC pilot known as Project Giant.

Bank of Ghana plans e-cedi rollout in September

Central bank partners Giesecke+Devrient to manage digital currency.

Security issues threaten Nigeria’s tech progress

MTN Nigeria among the first to acknowledge possible disruption to services.

Outcry, defiance as Nigeria blocks Twitter

Digital rights advocacy group Paradigm Initiative weighs in on the situation as foreign embassies also express concern.

Telecom Egypt plans HARP subsea system launch

System expected to bolster cloud services in Africa and connect the continent with Europe.

Morocco confirms interest in central bank digital currencies

News welcomed by local blockchain expert.

Mauritius looks to lock-in Fintech regulation with new framework

Industry insiders say the move is a step in the right direction.

Olusegun Ogundeji