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Africa Cloud Services Trends

Africa Cloud Services Trends

Cloud Service trend intelligence tracks cloud computing market trends, AI infrastructure demand, hybrid cloud adoption, edge deployment, platform competition, and data centre capacity pressure in Africa, giving readers a fuller view of the demand shifts, capacity constraints, platform strategies, capital timing, regulatory pressure, and operating assumptions behind the market.

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Bharat Telecom’s market exit signals a shift in strategy

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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…

Aug 12, 2024
MTDS showcases innovation and vision at Gitex Africa 2024

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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…

Aug 12, 2024
Telecom Malagasy: Madagascar’s premier telecommunications network

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Telecom Malagasy: Madagascar’s premier telecommunications network

Telma leads with network performance and customer-centric service, upholding standards through excellence and technological progress.

Aug 8, 2024
WebSprix IT Solution PLC pioneers Ethiopia’s digital transformation

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WebSprix IT Solution PLC pioneers Ethiopia’s digital transformation

How does WebSprix transform connectivity in Ethiopia WebSprix IT Solution PLC has significantly transformed Ethiopia’s connectivity landscape by making high-speed broadband more accessible and affordable across the country. In 2016, when connectivity was scarce and expensive…

Aug 8, 2024
GSMA: Nigeria’s AI potential for growth and climate impact

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GSMA: Nigeria’s AI potential for growth and climate impact

A recent report by the GSMA identifies Nigeria as a key player in leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) for socio-economic development and climate resilience, emphasising the country’s capacity to lead AI-driven innovation across Africa. AI’s Transformative Potential in Nigeria…

Aug 8, 2024
Premier Lotto Limited (PLL): Pioneering gaming excellence in West Africa

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Premier Lotto Limited (PLL): Pioneering gaming excellence in West Africa

Premier Lotto Limited, widely recognised by its popular brand name “Baba Ijebu,” was established in 2001 to revolutionise the lottery business in Nigeria. Under the visionary leadership of Chief Kessington Adebukunola Adebutu, PLL has emerged as a major player in the West African…

Aug 8, 2024
Exchange Telecommunications says it’s Nigeria’s largest international calls carrier

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Exchange Telecommunications says it’s Nigeria’s largest international calls carrier

Exchange telecommunications is an industry leading telecommunications provider specialising in voice, data and infrastructure solutions. With over 15 years’ experience in the industry, they have refined their capabilities to offer a tailor made solution to all types of…

Aug 7, 2024
INCM hosts first telecommunications fraud seminar in Maputo

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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…

Aug 6, 2024
StarCloud enhances global connectivity with resilient solutions

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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…

Aug 6, 2024
Africell and MINJUD partner to enhance sports Infra in Angola

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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 journeys. Since the partnership’s launch on June 14, 2024, over 500 payments have been processed daily, aiming to digitalise…

Aug 5, 2024
Algerie Telecom participates in the 55th Algiers International Fair

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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.

Aug 5, 2024
Binance’s Nigeria money laundering trial is postponed to October

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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
Nigerian court to commence Binance tax evasion trial in October

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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 this case will shape the future of cryptocurrency use and regulation. It is a pivotal moment, not just for Binance, but for…

Jul 15, 2024
Top tech news stories today: May 30, 2024

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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.

May 30, 2024
Starlink gets approval for operations in Zimbabwe

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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…

May 27, 2024
Microsoft partners with G42 to invest $1B in Kenya data centre

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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…

May 23, 2024
Editorial image for CMC Networks launches Marketplace to streamline connectivity pricing.

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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…

May 15, 2024
Microsoft faces $242M judgment in Cortana lawsuit

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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.

May 11, 2024
Microsoft to close ADC in Nigeria: challenge or opportunity

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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…

May 9, 2024
CMC Networks launches AI-driven cloud platform in Africa

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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…

May 8, 2024