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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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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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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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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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.
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New tower enhances connectivity in rural Zambia
According to the Zambian government, the new tower is part of a 51-communication tower project aimed at improving connectivity.
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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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Uganda launches Internet-for-all pilot
Uganda says it will have access to the internet for all, with the goal of transforming people's lives and the economy.