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SA’s antitrust body halts huge fibre transaction

In a statement issued yesterday, the Competition Tribunal stated that the proposed deal was rejected after relevant industry consultation.
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MTN Group CEO Ralph Mupita elected to GSMA board

The telco says his presence on  the board will be instrumental in unlocking the potential of mobile technology to support sustainable development and economic growth.
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Telecom firms in South Sudan announce tariff adjustments

The country's three main mobile service providers said the adjustment will ensure the telecoms sector's continued viability in the face of volatile economic conditions.
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21 Oct

Nigeria partners Ericsson to unlock 5G potential

The two are set to establish a framework of cooperation on 5G technology development, deployment, and innovation.
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21 Oct

Nigeria's NATCOMS calls for a 10% tariffs increase for telcos

The organisation noted that, despite rising operational expenditures over the last 11 years, there has been no equivalent increase in tariffs.
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MTN South Sudan unveils school fees payment solution

The telco launched an initiative that offers convenience to parents and guardians to pay school fees via Mobile Money rather than using cash.
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8 Oct

Egypt grants 5G licences to Orange, Vodafone and e& Egypt

All four major telcos in Egypt, including Telecom Egypt have officially procured 5G licenses.
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Sep 30, 2024

Ivorian Daba Finance wins 2024 Ecobank Fintech challenge

The judges recognised three fintechs whose solutions had a lasting impact, according to Ecobank.
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Sep 27, 2024

SATNAC 2024 to focus on unlocking AI-driven future

SATNAC 2024, hosted by Telkom, will be held from October 6 to 9 at the Skukuza Rest Camp in the heart of Kruger National Park.
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Sep 13, 2024

MasterCard Foundation funds education of 70k young African girls

The MasterCard Foundation has pledged $360 million over the next seven years to promote young women's educational, entrepreneurial, and career goals.
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Sep 11, 2024

Airtel Africa Foundation launches $500k fellowship

The programme will support ten undergraduate students for the duration of the four-year Bachelor of Science degree in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence.
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Sep 10, 2024

Clear Blue partners Green Energy to power African telecom sites

Growth Energy will power telecom sites with Clear Blue's Esite-Micro power technology and Illumience Smart Power service as part of the partnership.