Paul Adepoju

Orange to implement new governing structure by January 2022

French telecommunications firm confirms resignation of Stéphane Richard.
Paul Adepoju
1:50
Nov 29, 2021

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
Oct 7, 2021

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
Sep 23, 2021

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
Sep 7, 2021

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
Jun 3, 2021

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
May 31, 2021

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
May 26, 2021

Nigeria’s telecommunications industry grapples with new privacy concerns

Regulator refutes media reports regarding IMEI numbers, Minister concerned over WhatsApp privacy policy.
1:40
May 10, 2021

SpaceX confirms interest in Nigeria market

Delegation met with NCC to detail plans, objectives.
2:00
Apr 23, 2021

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.