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Africa Cloud Services Trends
Nokia and du declare the launch of the first commercial Cloud RAN
What happened: Nokia and du launch first Cloud RAN in the Middle East and Africa In December 2024, Nokia and UAE-based telecom operator du announced the launch of the first commercial Cloud RAN (Radio Access Network) offering in the Middle East and Africa (MEA). This milestone…
Africa Cloud Services Trends
Ex-Tesco leader’s plan to channel Moroccan energy to the UK
What happened Sir Dave Lewis, the former boss of Tesco, is spearheading an ambitious project to build the world’s longest subsea power cable, stretching 4,000 km from Morocco to Great Britain. This initiative, backed by Xlinks, will harness renewable energy from vast wind and…
Africa Cloud Services Trends
M-KOPA targets $400M revenue despite economic challenges
What happened M-KOPA, the African fintech offering pay-as-you-go asset financing, is on track to exceed an annual revenue of $400 million by the end of the year. Serving 5 million underbanked Africans, the company has grown its customer base from 4 million last year, despite…
Africa Cloud Services Trends
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, Kenya, Liberia, Madagascar, Mali, Senegal, and Zambia. This strategic move is designed to bolster financial inclusion by…
Africa Cloud Services Trends
Top tech news today: November 28, 2024
1. Tranglo expands payout network across Africa Tranglo has extended its payout network to eight African countries, enhancing financial access and bridging remittance gaps. The move strengthens its global fintech footprint. Source: The Fintech Times Starlink satellite-to-phone…
Africa Institutional Trends
Wahed secures strategic investment from Qatar Development Bank
What happened Wahed, a global Islamic FinTech company, has received strategic investment from Qatar Development Bank (QDB) to expand its Shariah-compliant financial technology solutions. This collaboration will focus on enhancing B2B payments in the UAE and Saudi Arabia, aligning…
Africa National Telecom Trends
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 internet more accessible to a wider audience. It also supports MTN’s effort to transition customers from outdated 2G and 3G…
Africa Cloud Services Trends
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 acquisition strengthens SBA’s presence in Central America, giving the company a more significant role in the region’s…
Africa Cloud Services Trends
Google is expanding its AI search summaries globally
What happened Google’s AI search summaries are going global, launching in over 100 new countries this week. Now, no matter if you’re in Canada or South Africa, you’ll get speedy AI summaries in English, Hindi, Indonesian, Japanese, Portuguese, or Spanish. So this expansion is all…
Africa Institutional Trends
University of Ghana: Established in 1948, aiming global impact
University of Ghana, established in 1948, aims for global impact through research and learning, guided by integrity, respect, and loyalty.
Africa Cloud Services Trends
Infrasat connects Africa through technology services
Infrasat was established with a clear mission: to enhance connectivity across Africa and bridge the digital divide.
Africa Cloud Services Trends
Banco Comercial de Angola: Driving financial growth in Angola
The Commercial Bank of Angola gave the origins to the popular Angolan bank, which mainly acted as a bank to absorb personal savings.
Africa Cloud Services Trends
K-NET: Connecting Africa through technology and responsibility
K-NET, established in 1996, pioneers broadcasting technology and IoT solutions, offering managed services and renewable energy innovations across Africa.
Africa Cloud Services Trends
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 internationally, India can enhance its influence in global financial markets and promote its technological advancements.…
Africa Cloud Services Trends
GB Auto launches advanced Lassa tyres in Egypt
GB Auto, a Middle East automotive leader, offers value-for-money vehicles and exceptional after-sales services across multiple markets.
Africa Regional ISP Trends
NIC-MG: The backbone of Madagascar’s digital identity
NIC-MG, established in 2000, manages Madagascar’s domain registry, shaping the country’s online presence as the internet evolves.
Africa Cloud Services Trends
National Bank of Kuwait – Egypt and Visa forge partnership to enhance digital payments
NBK-Egypt partners with Visa to enhance digital payment offerings, promoting Visa cards for financial transactions.
Africa Cloud Services Trends
Mouna Group spearheads Africa’s development through sustainable innovation
Mouna Group, a trailblasing organisation in African development, continues to make waves with its comprehensive approach to transforming the continent. Based in Senegal, the company’s mission is to drive sustainable growth across multiple sectors, including energy, construction…
Africa Regional ISP Trends
ISPA-DRC: Shaping internet policy and promoting digital growth in Congo
ISPA-DRC unites internet service providers to advance the ICT sector in the DRC, promoting regulatory initiatives to expand internet access and boost national productivity.
Africa Cloud Services Trends
Al Baraka Bank: A stalwart of Islamic finance in Egypt
Al Baraka Bank offers Sharia-compliant services, engaging in financing and modernisation to boost Egypt’s market presence.