US supports increased fibre, 5G connectivity in Kenya

Olugbenga Agboola has said that joining the group fulfils the fintech's desire to connect Africa to the global economy.

The tool from the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa strengthens government planning processes and enables digital tracking of activities.

Experts from South Africa, Kenya, Rwanda, and other organisations recently visited various UK space sector enterprises as part of a knowledge exchange tour.

The programme supports the development of Africa's emerging technology ecosystem by providing mentorship, education, and training programs to start-ups.

African-focussed investment programme funds its first cohort of local companies, with plans to fund a further ten this year.

Zimbabwe police's facial recognition team used NEC's NeoFace Watch system to identify suspects.

Netstar says the new centre will serve the company's growing commercial fleet customer base, as well as an emergency contact centre and vehicle recovery operation.

The deal is effective January 1, 2025, and MTN says it demonstrates its intention to developing impactful marketing strategies across its diverse markets.

The international fibre player believes the move will help position Zambia as a digital hub in the region.

The transaction provides Vodacom Tanzania with access to important spectrum held by the small operator, which will help it grow 4G and 5G network services.

Impact investor Goodwell, in collaboration with long-term partner Alitheia Capital, invested through its uMunthu II fund, initiating OmniRetail's Series A fundraising round.

The launch of Tigo Fibre marks the first time in Tanzania that fibre-to-the-home and fibre-to-the-business services will be made available.