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Ethio Telecom IPO struggles to attract investors as hopes fade
Ethio Telecom’s IPO raises just $150 million, revealing weak investor confidence in Ethiopia’s telecoms reform plans.
Africa National Telecom Trends
Orange Q1 revenue rises 0.6% on MEA growth
What happened: Orange Q1 2025 revenue up 0.6% as MEA growth offsets France decline Orange reported Q1 2025 revenues of €9.91 billion, marking a 0.6% year-on-year increase. This growth was primarily driven by a 12.8% revenue rise in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region…
Africa Cloud Services Trends
Axian Telecom gets $100M to expand broadband
Axian Telecom secures $100m to expand 4G and 5G networks in Tanzania and Madagascar, improving connectivity.
Africa Cloud Services Trends
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 appointment marks a significant milestone in the telecommunications industry, highlighting the growing importance of gender…
Africa Cloud Services Trends
Velo Technologies scales up globally with MSC Trustgate and BrandLaureate recognition
Global reach widens for Velo Technologies Velo Technologies is extending its global footprint through new ventures in Vietnam, Africa, Timor Leste, and Indonesia. This calculated expansion marks a pivotal chapter in the company’s growth trajectory, reinforcing its standing as a…
Africa Cloud Services Trends
Starlink intensifies telecom competition in Africa
Starlink’s Africa expansion pressures traditional telecom providers to target underserved regions and seek new growth opportunities.
Africa National Telecom Trends
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 infrastructure in Uganda and Nigeria. This collaboration aims to reduce investment costs and expand service coverage, particularly in…
Africa Cloud Services Trends
Megaport expands connectivity with angola cables
Megaport and Angola Cables partner to expand Brazil’s access to 930+ data centres and 300 cloud connections.
Africa Datacenter Trends
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.
Africa Regional ISP Trends
EU grants $15.6M for Medusa expansion
What happened: EU backs Medusa subsea cable expansion into West Africa AFR-IX Telecom has received a $15.6 million EU grant to expand the Medusa subsea cable system into West Africa. The funding, part of the EU’s $452 million CEF Digital programme, aims to enhance digital…
Africa Regional ISP Trends
Keppel acquires Global Marine Group
Keppel acquires Global Marine Group, strengthening its subsea infrastructure and fibre optic cable services.
Africa National Telecom Trends
Orange & Eutelsat partner to expand satellite internet
What happened: Orange and Eutelsat join forces to bridge the digital divide Orange Africa and Middle East (OMEA) and Eutelsat have announced a strategic partnership to bridge the digital divide in Africa and the Middle East. The collaboration aims to provide reliable and…
Africa Regional ISP Trends
PTCL launches Africa-1 submarine cable
PTCL’s Africa-1 submarine cable enhances Pakistan’s digital connectivity, linking the country to global hubs.
Africa Regional ISP Trends
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.
Africa Cloud Services Trends
e& expands global presence with new hubs
e& expands with new hubs in Miami and Johannesburg. It strengthens connectivity across the Americas and Africa with 20 services.
Africa Cloud Services Trends
Top tech news today: February 5, 2025
1. Egypt’s Khazna secures $16m for expansion Egyptian fintech Khazna raises $16 million to expand its financial super-app into Saudi Arabia, enhancing digital financial services across the Middle East. TechCrunch 2. Stripe appoints new head of startup partnerships Stripe hires a…
Africa Cloud Services Trends
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 playing a key role. On 17 October, the state-owned telecom company began selling 10% of its shares to the public, marking…
Africa Cloud Services Trends
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.
Africa Cloud Services Trends
NuBank invests $150M in Tyme, aims for unicorn status
What happened: NuBank’s strategic investment in Tyme Brazilian financial technology company NuBank has announced a significant $150 million investment in Tyme, a South Africa-based digital banking platform. This substantial capital injection not only marks a milestone in Tyme’s…
Africa Cloud Services Trends
Mastercard introduces Apple Pay to Egypt customers
Mastercard brings Apple Pay to Egypt.