Orange to sell Globecast as African media shifts again

After seven years and over 35 million users, MTN has pulled the plug on Ayoba, exposing the harsh realities of competing with global messaging giants like WhatsApp and the limits of incentive-driven growth.

At least 30% of the vehicle's funds will be used to support companies that promote gender equality, such as those with female founders, workers, or customers.

The telco fears that rising geopolitical tensions may have a negative impact on its operating environment and ambitions.

Paymentology says innovations like tap-to-pay accelerate financial inclusion by making everyday transactions simpler and safer for everyone.

The telco makes it the first operator in the country to offer satellite speeds of up to 100 Mbps.

Strong growth in MTN Nigeria and Ghana, combined with a resilient South Africa, helped power MTN Group’s exceptional 2025 results, delivering robust free cash flow, improved returns and a 45% jump in shareholder dividends.

Liquid C2 partners with Cybercoach to deploy AI-driven cybersecurity training, addressing critical digital skills gaps across Africa business sectors.

Botswana, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Zambia, and Zimbabwe are among the countries that will take part.

The social media giant has announced a fresh investment in AI literacy initiatives across Sub-Saharan Africa, aiming to help users identify manipulated media and strengthen digital safety.

The project partners said the move aims to provide secure, seamless, and affordable financial services to millions of underserved people.

Escalating conflict across the Gulf is threatening remittance flows that sustain millions of African households, putting migrant jobs, trade routes and fintech money transfers under pressure.

As political uncertainty increases, Cassava is banking on African governments’ appetite for cloud and AI services located on local shores.