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Africa market trend intelligence tracks cloud service, regional ISP, national telecom, data centre, and institutional infrastructure signals across African internet infrastructure markets. BTW.
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Africa Regional ISP Trends
FibreWorld supports fibre optic cable networks in Nigeria
FibreWorld has an extensive network of operations worldwide. The company not only has a strong international presence in optical fibre production and research and development, but also has established a solid market channel with partners and agents everywhere. This allows…
Africa Cloud Services Trends
INCM hosts first telecommunications fraud seminar in Maputo
August 1, 2024, in Maputo, Mozambique, the first seminar titled “Coordination, Collaboration, and Cooperation for Security and Resilience in Communications” was held to address the urgent need for enhanced cybersecurity measures in the telecommunications sector. This event was…
Africa Institutional Trends
MSTelcom, Emerson launch automation joint venture
MSTelcom has announced a significant strategic partnership with Emerson, a global leader in automation technology and industrial software. This milestone agreement, formalised on April 10, 2024, at a ceremony held at Sonangol EP’s headquarters, marks a pivotal development for…
Africa Cloud Services Trends
StarCloud enhances global connectivity with resilient solutions
StarCloud’s expansive global network StarCloud Information Limited has established a robust international network spanning Asia, the Americas, Africa, the Middle East, and Europe. With over 20 Points of Presence (PoPs) worldwide, StarCloud’s infrastructure supports seamless and…
Africa Cloud Services Trends
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 journeys. Since the partnership’s launch on June 14, 2024, over 500 payments have been processed daily, aiming to digitalise…
Africa Cloud Services Trends
Algerie Telecom participates in the 55th Algiers International Fair
Algerie Telecom participated in the 55th Algiers International Fair, which took place from June 24 to 29, 2024, at the SAFEX Exhibition Centre in Algeria.
Africa Regional ISP Trends
BoFiNet supports MCKT corporate social responsibility projects
Botswana Fibre Networks Corporation (BoFiNet) recently partnered with the Ministry of Communications, Knowledge and Technology (MCKT) and the Botswana Centre for Digital and Innovation (BDIH) to provide support to three poor families in Ganzi. BoFiNet has pledged £20,000…
Africa Institutional Trends
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, and their startup scene’s been buzzing. Reminds me of when PayPal famously froze accounts of foreign freelancers, citing…
Africa Institutional Trends
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 its global data protection and compliance management, ensuring more stable and compliant business operations in the…
Africa Cloud Services Trends
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
Africa Cloud Services Trends
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 this case will shape the future of cryptocurrency use and regulation. It is a pivotal moment, not just for Binance, but for…
Africa Regional ISP Trends
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, the company’s first foray into the submarine cable industry.–Zora Lin, BTW reporter What happened Telecom Egypt and…
Africa Cloud Services Trends
Top tech news stories today: May 30, 2024
BlackRock is now the largest bitcoin ETF. Google is building an undersea cable from Africa. Nvidia’s market value surged close to Apple’s.
Africa Cloud Services Trends
Starlink gets approval for operations in Zimbabwe
Emmerson Mnangagwa of Zimbabwe recently announced the approval of Elon Musk’s Starlink satellite business to operate in the southern African country, following the endorsement by a telecom regulator. This decision is poised to bring about a transformation in internet…
Africa Cloud Services Trends
Microsoft partners with G42 to invest $1B in Kenya data centre
Microsoft is collaborating with UAE-based AI firm G42 to invest $1 billion in a new data centre in Kenya. The data centre, built by G42 and its partners, will leverage geothermal energy and offer access to Microsoft’s Azure via a new cloud region specifically for East Africa. Why…
Africa Datacenter Trends
Top tech news stories: May 23, 2024
Dive into legislative debates on digital currencies in the US, major investments like Microsoft’s $1 billion data centre in Kenya, and AI innovations, including Amazon’s revamped Alexa. Blockchain 1. US securities regulator urges against crypto bill adoption The U.S. House of…
Africa Cloud Services Trends
CMC Networks launches Marketplace to streamline connectivity pricing
CMC Networks has unveiled the CMC Marketplace at ITW 2024, heralding it as the most comprehensive service platform catering to wholesale markets in Africa and the Middle East. This innovative marketplace is designed to streamline on-demand connectivity pricing, automation, and…
Africa Cloud Services Trends
Microsoft faces $242M judgment in Cortana lawsuit
The lawsuit, filed by a small technology company, alleged that Microsoft’s Cortana infringed upon patents held by the plaintiff.
Africa Cloud Services Trends
Microsoft to close ADC in Nigeria: challenge or opportunity
Microsoft has announced its decision to shut down its Africa Development Centre (ADC) in Nigeria, a move that has sparked widespread interest and concern. Impact on tech ecosystem The closure of Microsoft’s ADC in Nigeria will undoubtedly have significant implications for the…
Africa Cloud Services Trends
CMC Networks launches AI-driven cloud platform in Africa
CMC Networks, digital transformation company in Africa and Middle East, has launched its CMC Cloud solution to deliver high-performance edge computing across Africa, providing real-time applications using transactional data, video streaming and the Internet of Things. “CMC Cloud…