Orange to implement new governing structure by January 2022
French telecommunications firm confirms resignation of Stéphane Richard.
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Paul Adepoju
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Nigeria eager to spend on 5G
Industry regulator confirms US$500,000 earmarked for R&D, and preparations underway for spectrum auction.
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Africa backs global solar grid initiative
One Sun One World One Grid global solar grid initiative launched by the UK and India.
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HP announces new exec appointments to bolster Africa business
Company announces new country manager for Nigeria and new head of HP Central Africa.
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MTN Nigeria earmarks US$1.45bn to expand broadband and latch on to 5G opportunity
Company eager to participate in the country’s licencing process.
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Regulator slammed for telecoms service shutdown in northern Nigeria
NCC cites “pervading security situation” to justify directive to shutdown services in Zamfara state.
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MTN justifies low bid for Ethiopia’s telecoms licence
Group President and CEO emphasises absence of reference to Mobile Money in agreement conditions.
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Angolan government looks to sell majority stake in Net One
The Angolan Institute of Assets and Participations of the State (IGAPE) has officially opened a tender.
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Nigeria’s telecommunications industry grapples with new privacy concerns
Regulator refutes media reports regarding IMEI numbers, Minister concerned over WhatsApp privacy policy.
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MTN, Audiomack fine-tune Nigeria’s music streaming opportunity
High cost of data in the country is preventing Nigeria from fully unlocking the potentials of music streaming says service.
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Conditional return of SIM card sales in Nigeria
Government lifts ban but warns new registrations have to link with National Identification Number.
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Ghana’s mixed track record with social media regulation
While Twitter intends to establish its Africa HQ in the country, internet freedom organisations remain concerned.