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Africa Institutional Trends
Ministry of Economy and Finance participates in African Caucus Meeting 2024
During the 2024 African Caucus Meeting held in Abuja, Nigeria, from August 1 to 3, the Ministry of Economy and Finance of Morocco, including members from the Treasury and External Finance Directorate, actively participated. The conference, themed “Facilitating Intra-African…
Africa Datacenter Trends
Maroc DataCenter: Leading the way in innovative technology solutions
Maroc DataCenter (MDC) is committed to being the premier partner for clients, providing advanced and secure technological solutions to address their most critical needs. With a strong focus on delivering top-tier infrastructure and services, MDC has established itself as a key…
Africa Regional ISP Trends
AFR-IX telecom unlocks Africa’s business potential with submarine cables
African businesses upgrade to fast, reliable internet with AFR-IX telecom’s Medusa Submarine Cable opening new data opportunities.
Africa Regional ISP Trends
GVA Gabon SAS expands ultra-high-speed internet across Africa
GVA Gabon SAS is a pivotal player in Gabon’s digital landscape, focused on expanding ultra-fast internet access through advanced fibre optic technology. The company is driving the country’s digital transformation by investing in reliable and high-quality internet infrastructure…
Africa Institutional Trends
MDPA: Pioneering ICT growth and policy development
The Mauritius Digital Promotion Agency (MDPA) is pivotal in driving Mauritius towards a more connected and technologically advanced future. With a vision to foster a digitally inclusive, knowledge-based society and a mission to elevate the country’s digital economy, MDPA is…
Africa Cloud Services Trends
Liquid C2 launches Cloudmania in Egypt
Liquid C2, a subsidiary of Liquid Intelligent Technologies, has launched its award-winning Cloudmania division in Egypt, marking a significant expansion into the Middle East. This move reflects Liquid C2’s confidence in the Egyptian market and its strategic importance for…
Africa Cloud Services Trends
La Sentinelle Ltd: Shaping Mauritius’ media for over 60 years
La Sentinelle Ltd has been a cornerstone in the Mauritian media industry for over 60 years. With activities in media, printing, and logistics, it continues to deliver reliable content and services both locally and internationally. A diversified media leader La Sentinelle Ltd’s…
Africa Institutional Trends
Morocco and Finland strengthen ties through Ministry of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Expatriates
In a significant move to bolster their longstanding diplomatic ties, Morocco and Finland have signed a joint communiqué during a meeting between Mr. Nasser Bourita, Morocco’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, and Ms. Elina Valtonen, Finland’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, in Helsinki…
Africa Cloud Services Trends
Telecel Centrafrique: A digital vanguard in Central Africa
Telecel Centrafrique, a Telecel Group subsidiary, is a key telecom player in Central Africa, delivering digital services. Telecel Centrafrique was reportedly forced to close its offices by the Central African Republic’s Ministry of Finance in July for failing to pay approximately…
Africa Cloud Services Trends
Mantrac Group: A global leader in heavy equipment solutions
Established in 1977, Mantrac Group has grown from a local Caterpillar dealer in Egypt to a global leader in heavy equipment and power solutions, operating across three continents and winning prestigious awards for service excellence and customer satisfaction.
Africa Regional ISP Trends
Kaldera: Pioneering digital solutions in the Indian Ocean
Kaldera, headquartered in Cyber City, Mauritius, is a leading Internet Service Provider (ISP) that has established itself as a critical player in the region’s digital ecosystem. With a commitment to delivering secure and dedicated internet access, Kaldera serves both local and…
Africa Institutional Trends
First edition of YTCA 2024 at UM6P celebrates innovation and cultural exchange
The Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P), in collaboration with the Cameroon Youth School Tech Incubator (CAYSTI), is thrilled to announce the successful launch of the first edition of the Youth Tech Challenge Africa (YTCA 2024). Held under the umbrella of the Africa Bridge…
Africa Cloud Services Trends
Bharat Telecom’s market exit signals a shift in strategy
Bharat Telecom Ltd, a key player in Mauritius’s telecommunications industry, has announced its decision to withdraw from the Development & Enterprise Market (DEM) of the Stock Exchange of Mauritius (SEM). The move made public on January 17, 2017, is a strategic step in the…
Africa National Telecom Trends
Safaricom Ethiopia revolutionises bill payments with M-PESA
Safaricom Ethiopia and EEU simplify postpaid electric bill payments The introduction of M-PESA into EEU’s payment ecosystem is set to revolutionise how Ethiopian consumers manage their utility expenses. Postpaid customers now have the convenience of paying their electric bills…
Africa Cloud Services Trends
MTDS showcases innovation and vision at Gitex Africa 2024
In the dynamic city of Marrakech, MTDS made a powerful impression at GITEX AFRICA 2024, the continent’s premier technology event. More than just an attendee, MTDS demonstrated its unwavering commitment to innovation, digital empowerment, and the future of technology across the…
Africa Institutional Trends
iRENALA promotes education and scientific network in Madagascar
iRENALA oversees Madagascar’s education and research network, advancing technological development, enhancing global scientific standing.
Africa Institutional Trends
Central Bank of Congo strengthens policy amid inflation control
BCC raises the reserve requirement, inflation has seen a significant decline as the implemented economic measures begin to take effect.
Africa Institutional Trends
EthERNet develops advanced educational technology in Ethiopia
EthERNet’s EFIS revolutionises education EthERNet has paved the way for enhanced security and collaboration in education through the implementation of its EFIS. This system provides a centralised authentication process that significantly improves security by minimising the risk…
Africa National Telecom Trends
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.
Africa Cloud Services Trends
Telecom Malagasy: Madagascar’s premier telecommunications network
Telma leads with network performance and customer-centric service, upholding standards through excellence and technological progress.