Orange to implement new governing structure by January 2022
French telecommunications firm confirms resignation of Stéphane Richard.
Paul Adepoju
1:50
Nigeria eager to spend on 5G
Industry regulator confirms US$500,000 earmarked for R&D, and preparations underway for spectrum auction.
2:40
Africa backs global solar grid initiative
One Sun One World One Grid global solar grid initiative launched by the UK and India.
1:40
HP announces new exec appointments to bolster Africa business
Company announces new country manager for Nigeria and new head of HP Central Africa.
2:40
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.
2:00
Regulator slammed for telecoms service shutdown in northern Nigeria
NCC cites “pervading security situation” to justify directive to shutdown services in Zamfara state.
1:30
MTN justifies low bid for Ethiopia’s telecoms licence
Group President and CEO emphasises absence of reference to Mobile Money in agreement conditions.
1:30
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.
3:10
Nigeria’s telecommunications industry grapples with new privacy concerns
Regulator refutes media reports regarding IMEI numbers, Minister concerned over WhatsApp privacy policy.
1:40
SpaceX confirms interest in Nigeria market
Delegation met with NCC to detail plans, objectives.
2:00
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.
1:50
Conditional return of SIM card sales in Nigeria
Government lifts ban but warns new registrations have to link with National Identification Number.
2:20
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.