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17 Jun

MTN Cameroon works with Camusat to expand network

Camusat will supply end-to-end telecom infrastructure and energy solutions under the arrangement, enabling the carrier to extend national coverage and improve network reliability.
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17 Jun

African MPs seek answers from telcos on quality of service

Lawmakers have expressed concerns about the impact of inconsistent connectivity, particularly in rural areas where mobile communication is important for emergencies and essential services.
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13 Jun

Airtel Zambia faces more sanctions for outages

The telecoms regulator is considering imposing sanctions on Airtel, including forcing the telco to pay outage credits in accordance with consumer protection guidelines.
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12 Jun

Namibia finances tech solutions to close the digital gap

The telecoms regulator is financing initiatives in Kavango East, Kavango West, Kunene, Ohangwena, and Oshikoto since their 4G coverage is less than 80%.  .
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MTN Uganda seeks approval to establish fintech firm

The telco's restructuring plans are in line with the Group's Ambition 2025 strategy, which seeks to unlock value, attract new investors, and ensure regulatory compliance by establishing independent fintech firms in Uganda, Ghana, and Nigeria.
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Eutelsat, Orange extend connectivity alliance

By merging OneWeb's satellite coverage with its terrestrial networks, Orange pledges to provide continuity of service and increased security as part of a digital inclusion strategy.
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5 Jun

Nigerian start-up launches social media platform

9jawap says it is designed to empower grassroots innovators and entrepreneurs, as opposed to established social media platforms in Africa that rely largely on algorithms and offer limited monetisation opportunities.
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3 Jun

Jumia welcomes AXIAN Telecom as a new investor post-MTN era

Five years after MTN sold its stake, Jumia has attracted AXIAN Telecom as a new strategic partner with an 8% stake, indicating renewed trust in the e-commerce platform's turnaround efforts and future prospects.
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Mobile, Fintech units lift Econet in year-end results

Econet reorganised its mobile and fintech divisions significantly during the last year, which improved the company's performance.
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Nigerian regulator reigns in telcos over network outages

The Nigerian Communications Commission has demanded that service providers notify the cause of the service disruption, the affected locations, and the projected time of restoration in advance.
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26 May 2025

MTN gets inducted into inaugural Brand Africa Hall of Fame

The Hall of Fame honour, introduced this year by Brand Africa, recognises companies that have exhibited consistent excellence and influence on the continent over the last decade.