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Mastercard introduces Apple Pay to Egypt customers

Mastercard brings Apple Pay to Egypt.

Dec 16, 2024
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Telcables Nigeria launches PoP to boost West African connectivity

What happened: TelCables Nigeria enhances digital connectivity with new PoP at Lagos Rack Centre TelCables Nigeria, a subsidiary of Angola Cables, has launch…

Dec 9, 2024
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Tranglo expands payout network across Africa

What happened Tranglo, a leading cross-border payment hub, has announced an expansion of its services across Africa, now supporting payouts in Ethiopia, Keny…

Nov 28, 2024
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Geidea’s SoftPos arrives in Egypt to transform digital payments

What happened Geidea, a leading provider of digital payment solutions in the Middle East, has launched its innovative SoftPos service in Egypt. This service …

Nov 27, 2024
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Budget-Friendly 5G smartphone is released in South Africa

What happened MTN South Africa launched the MTN Icon5G, an affordable 5G-enabled smartphone priced at 2,499 rand ($138). The smartphone aims to make mobile i…

Nov 27, 2024
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A new chapter in expansion: SBA makes acquisition in Africa

What happened SBA Communications has taken a major step in expanding its global reach by purchasing 7,000 telecom towers from Millicom for $975 million. This…

Nov 4, 2024
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Volta River Authority: Sustainable power generation in Ghana

Volta River Authority, established in 1961, originally handled generation, transmission, and distribution, but now focuses on generation post-2005 reforms, f…

Oct 1, 2024
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India targets Africa and South America for digital payments expansion

OUR TAKEIndia’s digital payment systems, particularly the Unified Payments Interface (UPI), serve as a model for other countries. By expanding these systems …

Sep 26, 2024
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InterSAT expands satellite connectivity across Africa with strategic partnerships

InterSAT is expanding its satellite services across Africa through strategic partnerships and innovations, offering reliable internet connectivity in remote …

Sep 5, 2024
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Nigerian judge to hear money laundering case against Binance next week

OUR TAKEA Nigerian judge has set a new date for the trial of a major case against Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange. The case involves acc…

Aug 27, 2024
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US talks AI ethics in Africa’s military landscape

The U.S. is engaging African nations on responsible military AI use. Nigeria seeks to integrate AI in military operations.

Aug 22, 2024
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South Africa’s telco industry calls for tech firms to help fund infrastructure

South Africa’s ACT encourages digital content providers to help fund network infrastructure due to their impact on internet traffic.

Aug 22, 2024
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IHS Towers secures extended lease agreement with MTN Nigeria

IHS Towers renewed its 13,500-site lease with MTN Nigeria until 2032, adjusting terms to tackle Nigeria’s economic challenges.

Aug 12, 2024
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Africell and MINJUD partner to enhance sports Infra in Angola

Africell Mobile Money, through its service Afrimoney, has partnered with Caminho de Ferro Luanda EP (CFL) to enhance ticket payment options for train journey…

Aug 5, 2024
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Mercury cuts services in Ukraine, Nigeria amid compliance shift

OUR TAKEMercury’s move to cut ties with Ukraine amidst their risk-tightening spree feels a bit off-key. It’s not like Ukraine’s been on any sanctions list, a…

Jul 25, 2024
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Meta shuts down 63,000 Nigerian scam Instagram accounts

Meta has taken action against a Nigerian scam network by removing 63,000 Instagram involved in financial sexual extortion.

Jul 25, 2024
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Nigeria imposes $220 million fine on Meta for data and privacy violations

OUR TAKEThe penalty will significantly damage Meta’s reputation. To recover, Meta should not only address the immediate issues but also strategically enhance…

Jul 23, 2024
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Binance’s Nigeria money laundering trial is postponed to October

Binance executive Tigran Gambaryan’s money-laundering trial has been postponed to October 11 due to the judge’s vacation

Jul 17, 2024
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Nigerian court to commence Binance tax evasion trial in October

OUR TAKEThe Binance trial underscores the fragile balance between innovation and regulation. As Nigeria grapples with economic challenges, the outcome of thi…

Jul 15, 2024
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Telecom Egypt partners with 4iG Group to build fibre network

OUR TAKE Earlier this year, 4iG also signed a separate memorandum of understanding with Telecom Egypt to deploy a submarine cable between Egypt and Albania, …

Jul 8, 2024