Camtel turns to parliament to shore up digital laws

In order to combat fraud, particularly ghost workers and chronic absenteeism, the current SIGIPES II system will be replaced by a new system.

Camtel says it has prioritised network expansion and aims to achieve nationwide coverage by 2030.

The telco can now offer Canal+ content to its six million smartphone users.

This week, experts from the rail sector highlighted how digital technology can improve safety, profitability, and customer experience.

The company will finance, design, develop, install, and operate the identification system in Cameroon for the next 15 years.

The two companies say the agreement signifies an important step in advancing telecoms and digital connectivity in Africa.

The decision to ban Starlink comes after the government expressed concerns about national security and unfair competition.

The 'Makerspace Mobile' initiative, which is primarily backed by the French Institute of Cameroon and Ascent Media, began recently in the economic hub of Douala.

The facility will ensure the country's sovereignty over the data created by the eVisa system, safeguard consular data, and modernise internal operations.

The telco presented its digital human rights policy to stakeholders amid rising online abuse in the country.

The telco says Cameroon is still afflicted by persisting gender disparities that disadvantage women and girls and hinder them from benefiting from technology.

The additional funds will help Cameroon reach its objective of covering the country with 5,000 video surveillance cameras linked to 17 control centres, according to the government.