TechAfrica News

11 Dec 2023 - From November 13 to 16, 2023, Cape Town played host to over 13,000 tech and telco leaders, founders, influential investors, and top government officials who came to the city for […]

11 Dec 2023 - At Africacom 2023 Richard Smith (EKT), Pierre Hunter (EZDRM), and Alex Beach (ST Engineering iDirect), discussed the groundbreaking Skyflow and their vision for Africa’s digital and more connected future. 

11 Dec 2023 - President Ruto unveils plans to revamp NYS, making it financially independent and empowering youth for key programs.

11 Dec 2023 - In collaboration with the UK FCDO, the program boosts funding for South Africa's green projects, promoting sustainability and job creation.

11 Dec 2023 - New entrepreneurial council in Senegal aims to foster innovation, private investment, and economic growth for recovery.

11 Dec 2023 - Zain, in collaboration with GCC Telco Alliance, initiates a hub to develop eco-friendly telecom solutions, emphasizing sustainability.

11 Dec 2023 - The facility supports SMEs in Nigeria's industrial sectors, offering a Trade Finance Line of Credit and Transaction Guarantee.

11 Dec 2023 - Rami Osman explores how 5G Fixed Wireless Access can revolutionize Africa's connectivity, fostering broadband accessibility and growth.

11 Dec 2023 - LEAP Africa's YDoS campaign mobilized youth to implement 301 projects aligned with the UN's SDGs, reaching over 10,000 volunteers across 28 African countries.

8 Dec 2023 - Anil Krishnan, SVP at Comviva, shares insights on AfricaCom, emphasizing engagements with existing partners and their significant role in fintech across Africa.

8 Dec 2023 - Telecom Egypt partners with Raya IT to implement the second phase of the Regional Data Hub (RDH), prioritizing scalability, sustainability, and global connectivity.

8 Dec 2023 - Cell C applies for transfer, aiming to shift control of I-ECS, I-ECNS, and RFS licenses.

8 Dec 2023 - Sigma Connected Group extends global reach, entering the US market, appointing John Moody as Vice President.

8 Dec 2023 - Following success in Zambia, MTN Group and WWF extend PachiPanda Challenge to Cameroon, Nigeria, South Africa, and Uganda.

8 Dec 2023 - Startupbootcamp AfriTech introduces OnAfrica Investment Syndicate, empowering stakeholders to invest in pre-vetted, impactful startups.

8 Dec 2023 - Innovative Solar on Tower solution by du cuts energy consumption, saves 26.6 MWh, reducing 11 tons of CO2 annually per site.

8 Dec 2023 - The partnership addresses low medical insurance penetration, introducing Afya Bima for diverse health needs, accessible via Airtel Money.

8 Dec 2023 - Nokia and du complete groundbreaking 5G-Advanced RedCap trial, showcasing 5G readiness for IoT and Industry 4.0.

7 Dec 2023 - Hello, I’m Chris Green, Chief Editor for TechAfrica News, reporting from the final day of AfricaCom 2023. Today, I have the pleasure of speaking with Nonkqubela Jordan-Dyani from the Ministry […]

7 Dec 2023 - Airtel Rwanda introduces ConnectRwanda 2.0, enhancing connectivity and literacy; government commitment and collaboration ensure nationwide impact.

7 Dec 2023 - 5G subscriptions in Sub-Saharan Africa are projected to grow at 60%, reaching 180 million by 2029 according to the Ericsson Mobility Report's forecast.

7 Dec 2023 - stc partners with Nokia to deploy 5G slicing services, leveraging Nokia's Orchestration Center for efficient, customized connectivity.

7 Dec 2023 - Collaborative effort aims to deploy sustainable broadband, connecting millions in Africa, fostering local businesses, and promoting sustainability.

7 Dec 2023 - Strategic partnership enhances cybersecurity portfolio, providing advanced threat detection and response capabilities for proactive threat mitigation.

7 Dec 2023 - Strategic collaboration delivers affordable and effective cybersecurity solutions to Bahrain's SME sector for advanced threat protection.

7 Dec 2023 - Digital transformation insights, challenges, and solutions shared by international ICT leaders for a sustainable and inclusive digital future.

7 Dec 2023 - 13,000 sq.ft. hub fosters collaboration, drives tech initiatives, and positions ZainTECH at the forefront of innovation.

7 Dec 2023 - Facility aims to support over $100M in trade volumes, reduce trade finance gap, and enhance SME access.

7 Dec 2023 - Digi and StratIT join forces to deliver tailored and cutting-edge infrastructure management solutions across industries.

6 Dec 2023 - Rami Moussawi, Senior Product Manager at ST Engineering iDirect and Chris Green discuss the digital divide in Africa and the company initiatives in the region.

6 Dec 2023 - On the 15th of November, TechAfrica News hosted the Hamwe Networking Night during AfricaCom 2023 for the second year in a row, where industry leaders, professionals, and enthusiasts gathered for […]

6 Dec 2023 - Omantel partners with Oman International Hospital to enhance healthcare services, supporting sustainable medical programs in Oman.

6 Dec 2023 - Safaricom promotes home internet with revamped Family Share plans, offering seamless connectivity, additional data, minutes, and SMS.

6 Dec 2023 - Tomorrow.io and MTN partner, using Microsoft Azure, to provide early warnings to 300M Africans during extreme weather.

6 Dec 2023 - MTN announces GCOO departure; Selorm Adadevoh named GCCO, Stephen Blewet appointed as MTN Ghana CEO.

6 Dec 2023 - ICASA sets virtual hearings to discuss amendments governing political broadcasts and ads during national elections.

6 Dec 2023 - Wio Bank pioneers Mastercard's Carbon Calculator, empowering users to gauge and offset environmental impact through informed purchases.

6 Dec 2023 - Zain Bahrain achieves a DEI milestone as top leadership undergoes training, reinforcing commitment to inclusivity.

6 Dec 2023 - Mastercard and Bidvest Bank launch BidSend, a cost-effective platform enabling secure and flexible international remittances.

6 Dec 2023 - Huawei emphasizes technological innovations linking digital advancements and energy efficiency for a sustainable, carbon-neutral future at COP28.

6 Dec 2023 - Mastercard partners with MDP to create an innovative payment processing hub, offering diverse solutions for stakeholders.

6 Dec 2023 - Lerato Pule joins Liquid South Africa as CFO, bringing over 16 years of financial leadership experience.

5 Dec 2023 - AFC signs long-term credit line with AfDB to finance vital infrastructure projects for sustainable development in Africa.

5 Dec 2023 - Ooredoo and Zain form a tower company with 30,000 towers, an enterprise value of USD 2.2 billion.

5 Dec 2023 - In a conversation with TechAfrica News, Craig Bowley discusses ST Engineering iDirect's commitment to Africa, showcasing satellite solutions for seamless connectivity and innovation.

5 Dec 2023 - Masdar's 150MW solar project in Angola aims to bring clean energy to 90,000 homes, create jobs, and cut carbon emissions.

5 Dec 2023 - Strategic alliance brings the first 100% off-grid 5G site, powered by renewables and AI-managed energy.

5 Dec 2023 - Africa Data Centres collaborates with iOCO, offering secure colocation services to enhance digital business solutions and capabilities.

4 Dec 2023 - In an interview with TechAfrica News, Telcable emphasizes low-latency connections, innovative solutions, and digital empowerment for SMMEs.

4 Dec 2023 - During the Hamwe Networking Night at AfricaCom 2023, Nurani Limpuno, Head of Global Engagement from LINX, and Chris Green from TechAfrica News engaged in an interview. Nurani expressed excitement about […]