Orange, Huawei push 5G expansion in Egypt
The companies said the launch of 5G seeks to improve user experiences while also generating new business models and smart ecosystems in areas such as smart cities.
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MTN leads push to protect African children online
MTN joins GSMA, UNICEF, and governments in urging immediate action to protect children online in Sub-Saharan Africa.
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Orange, risingSUD forge new gateway for African start-ups in Europe
Orange Middle East and Africa teams up with risingSUD to fast-track African and Middle Eastern start-ups into Europe’s innovation ecosystem.
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Orange Egypt 5G initiative gets financial backing
The funding includes €39 million from the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development and around €35.6 million from Banque Misr's Dubai office.
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Cameroon launches fresh fibre audit as network degrades
The move follows repeated customer complaints about frequent optic fibre cuts, service disruptions, poor and unsteady internet speeds.
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Orange, IFC partner on connectivity in West, Central Africa
The two partners aim to bridge the digital divide, promote financial inclusion, strengthen territorial resilience and create jobs.
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DAT, IDCanopy partner to enhance financial crime defences
The collaboration aims to help financial institutions meet the stringent new regulations introduced by the Central Bank of West African States.
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Orange resets executive team to drive growth in MEA, France
Following Jean-François Fallacher's resignation, Jérôme Hénique will take over as CEO of Orange France, with Yasser Shaker leading Middle East and Africa operations.
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Africa, Middle East lift Orange in Q1 2025 earnings
The telecom giant recorded a robust 12.8% year-on-year revenue growth in the Africa and the Middle East region, which more than compensated for reductions in other markets.
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Orange launches ‘My Customer, My Boss’ programme
The program aims to encourage customer listening at all levels of the organisation by bringing together over 10,000 workers from various functions.
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Cameroon plans to recover $52 million from telcos
The amount to be recovered is owing to outstanding licence fees and various unpaid financial penalties that date back several years.
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Orange launches annual social venture prize for Africa, Middle East
The winners will receive a cash contribution of €25,000 for the first prize winner, €15,000 for the second prize winner, €10,000 for the third prize winner.