Consortium to contruct the Asia-Africa-Europe-2 cable system

The project comes as Zambia aims to bring 80% of its population into the digital economy by 2026.

The company says Kevin Kaburu has a proven track record in infrastructure sales, strategic partnerships, and regional business expansion across the continent

MTN Zambia says it will offer Starlink Business packages, ensuring nationwide internet access across rural, peri-urban, and underserved regions.

IHS Towers and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps plan to develop and implement measures to protect telecoms infrastructure.

According to the ITU, African women continue to lack digital skills such as using the internet, installing apps, sending emails, and coding.

The two parties are collaborating on a 740-kilometer fibre-optic connectivity between Kenya, Ethiopia, and Somalia.

The telco stated that working together with Quickmark will make it easier for people to buy 4G or 5G routers in more convenient locations.

When it comes to upload speed Ookla said Kenya dominates, with Ghana and Rwanda also showing strong performances.

Eutelsat Group says the extended partnership will help InterSAT provide fixed data services in some of the most remote and underserved areas.

The telco expanded coverage and the provision of enhanced mobile services to millions of customers, particularly those in remote and rural areas.

The telco said the modernisation and upgrade of the 4G/5G network in Chalala will drive growth and help empower enterprising people in the community.