South African regulator opens up 6 GHz Wi-Fi spectrum

The US says it is laying the groundwork for a digital revolution on the continent, by increasing access to cloud-based technologies.

The partnership’s goal is to add value to local network communities, LINX membership and data centre facilities across Africa.

Backed by US development fund, the new facility will be built in Accra with the first phase is scheduled to be completed within 12 months.

Microsoft’s Airband initiative seeks to extend Internet access to 100 million Africans living in unserved and underserved areas.

The new route offers hyper scalers, enterprises, and wholesale carriers direct connectivity to data centres and cloud resources in Johannesburg and Nairobi.

This is the first time OpenWiFi network has been commercially deployed in the country using an ad-based monetisation platform.

The video streaming service has expanded its African footprint to a fourth territory, having partnered with MTN to launch in the country.

AMS-IX Lagos aims to become a content hub for West Africa, enabling regional and local ISPs, carriers, and internet exchanges to aggregate content.

Infinera's system has a wavelength of 800 Gbps capacity, enabling the Paratus Group's fibre optic network to perform better in both upload and download speeds.

The project is aimed at upgrading automated cheque processing and automated clearing house systems, as well as real-time gross settlement system.

There are many remote regions all around Africa where it is easy to feel isolated from the rest of the world.