Paratus, PowerTel launch $570M fibre network in Zimbabwe
Paratus and PowerTel launch $570M fibre network in Zimbabwe to connect cities and enhance regional connectivity.
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Vodacom names new head for Vodafone Egypt and Africa markets
What happened: Vodacom appoints Mohamed Abdallah as CEO of international markets and Vodafone Egypt Vodacom Group has appointed Mohamed Abdallah as CEO of its International Markets division while he continues to lead Vodafone Egypt. In this expanded role, Abdallah will oversee operations in Egypt, t…
Patrick Mbogo joins LINX to lead Africa growth strategy
What happened: LINX taps industry veteran to lead African growth The London Internet Exchange (LINX) has appointed Patrick Mbogo as its new Business Development Executive for Africa. The move is part of LINX’s broader strategy to strengthen its footprint across the continent and accelerate the roll-…
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Paratus, PowerTel launch $570M fibre network in Zimbabwe
Paratus and PowerTel launch $570M fibre network in Zimbabwe to connect cities and enhance regional connectivity.
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Vodacom names new head for Vodafone Egypt and Africa markets
What happened: Vodacom appoints Mohamed Abdallah as CEO of international markets and Vodafone Egypt Vodacom Group has appointed Mohamed Abdallah as CEO of it…
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Patrick Mbogo joins LINX to lead Africa growth strategy
What happened: LINX taps industry veteran to lead African growth The London Internet Exchange (LINX) has appointed Patrick Mbogo as its new Business Developm…
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FutureNet Middle East & North Africa 2025 in Dubai: Spotlight telecom innovation
BTW Media will cover FutureNet MENA 2025 in Dubai, highlighting telecom innovation, automation, and AI-driven network transformation.
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Reflex partners with Nokia to upgrade South African broadband
What happened: Enhancing broadband access as Nokia and Reflex unite for South Africa Nokia and Reflex have announced a partnership to enhance broadband acces…
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Mozambique Internet Exchange launches new PoP at Digital Realty
What happened: MOZIX launches new PoP at Digital Realty’s data centre The Mozambique Internet Exchange (MOZIX) has launched a new point of presence (PoP) at …
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Q-KON partners with Rivada to enhance connectivity in Africa
What happened: Q-KON and Rivada partner to enhance connectivity Q-KON, a leading provider of satellite-based connectivity solutions in Africa, has signed a M…
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Sonatel advances digital infrastructure with Phase 3 data centre expansion
Sonatel expands its Phase 3 Dakar data centre, boosting power and capacity for West Africa’s digital growth.
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Telecom Egypt appoints first female chair
What happened: A milestone for gender diversity in telecoms Telecom Egypt has made history by appointing Lobna Helal as its first female chairperson. This ap…
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Starlink intensifies telecom competition in Africa
Starlink’s Africa expansion pressures traditional telecom providers to target underserved regions and seek new growth opportunities.
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MTN and Airtel to share networks in Uganda and Nigeria
What happened: MTN Group and Airtel Africa to share networks in Uganda and Nigeria MTN Group and Airtel Africa have agreed to share mobile network infrastruc…
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Megaport expands connectivity with angola cables
Megaport and Angola Cables partner to expand Brazil’s access to 930+ data centres and 300 cloud connections.
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Wingu Group expands data centre in Tanzania
Wingu Group expands its data centre in Tanzania, doubling power capacity to support the country’s digital transformation.
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PTCL launches Africa-1 submarine cable
PTCL’s Africa-1 submarine cable enhances Pakistan’s digital connectivity, linking the country to global hubs.
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Huawei champions gender equality in STEM in Kenya
Huawei supports Kenya’s gender equality initiatives in STEM fields, addressing barriers and promoting digital inclusion in technology.
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Mobily lands Africa-1 submarine cable in Saudi Arabia
Mobily lands the Africa-1 submarine cable in Saudi Arabia. It boosts connectivity and supports Vision 2030’s digital goals.
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Ethiopia’s telco IPO marks key step for new stock exchange
What happened: Ethio telecom launches IPO to kickstart stock exchange Ethiopia will launch its first stock exchange later this year, with Ethio Telecom’s IPO…
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Lyca Group drives growth with ambitious Africa expansion
What happened: Lyca Group announces major expansion plans in Africa Lyca Group, one of the world’s largest mobile virtual network operators (MVNOs), has unve…
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Billboxx raises $1.6M to improve SME cash flow in Africa.
Billboxx raises $1.6m pre-seed funding to enhance cash flow management for SMEs across Africa through innovative financial solutions.
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Paymob launches Apple Pay for Egyptian merchants to boost sales
What happened: Paymob brings Apple Pay to Egyptian merchants Paymob, a leading financial technology provider, has announced the introduction of Apple Pay to …