SORA Technology raises $4.8m to expand across Africa

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

The Congolese regulator granted Starlink the license, having previously opposed the introduction of the satellite internet service in March 2024.

The investment will be used to expand 4G coverage in Madagascar and Tanzania, as well as to support the rollout of 5G sites.

Smits' new role will focus on driving strategy and digital transformation collaboration in Kenya, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and Ethiopia.

The government says  this initiative will transform all sectors of the DRC's economy by reducing identity fraud and cyber-crime to protect the country's digital future.

According to a senior Visa executive, digital identities are one way to minimise regulatory red tape for fintech start-up innovation.

The solutions allow decision-makers and legislators to map urbanisation and identify energy and infrastructure needs for developing towns.

Orange Smart Energies says the platform is now open to energy producers in Africa and the Middle East and it guarantees payment via mobile money.

Vivek Badrinath joins the company board of directors from Vantage Towers where he served as CEO and board chair.

Despite challenging markets, the mobile telco group’s operations are experiencing strong growth.

The AXIAN Telecom subsidiary will use the funds to increase access to quality mobile connectivity and assist the country’s digital transformation.