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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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.