Orange Côte d’Ivoire has reaffirmed its commitment to digital inclusion with the inauguration of the rehabilitated and digitally equipped headquarters of the Coordination of Associations of Disabled People of Côte d’Ivoire (CAPH CI) in Abobo Sogephia. The inauguration ceremony, held on September 4, brought together Orange Côte d’Ivoire’s Director of Sustainable Engagement and Partnerships, Catherine…
Nigeria’s digital transformation agenda is set to receive a boost following a new partnership between the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) and the Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (NACCIMA). The two organisations signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at GITEX Nigeria 2026, establishing a framework for collaboration on enterprise…
Safaricom Ethiopia has surpassed 15 million 90-day active subscribers, marking a major milestone as the telecom operator commemorates five years since receiving its unified telecommunications operating licence from the Ethiopian government. The company received its licence in July 2021 and commenced commercial operations in October 2022. Safaricom said the milestone was achieved in less than…
Range Rover has unveiled its first fully electric model, the Range Rover Electric, marking a major step in parent company JLR’s transition towards expanded electric vehicle production. The launch comes after a year-long delay to the vehicle’s planned introduction. The Range Rover Electric will be built at JLR’s Solihull facility as the company expands electric…
Ghana’s National Communications Authority (NCA) has intensified public education activities across the Eastern Region following concerns surrounding the construction of a telecommunications mast at the Koforidua-Kumasi Lorry Station. As part of the exercise, the NCA engaged traders, transport operators and commuters at the Koforidua Central Market, including the Dwakeseɛ Mu and Dwaketewa Mu sections, to…
Orange Côte d’Ivoire has reaffirmed its commitment to digital inclusion with the inauguration of the rehabilitated and digitally equipped headquarters of the Coordination of Associations of Disabled People of Côte d’Ivoire (CAPH CI) in Abobo Sogephia. The inauguration ceremony, held on September 4, brought together Orange Côte d’Ivoire’s Director of Sustainable Engagement and Partnerships, Catherine…
NITDA, in collaboration with the Enugu MSME and Startup Agency, has concluded the Enugu Kids Coding and Emerging Technology Bootcamp, equipping primary and secondary school students with practical skills in digital and emerging technologies. The programme introduced participants to a range of technologies expected to shape Nigeria’s digital future, including Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Computer…
MTN Uganda, in partnership with WWF Uganda, has launched the second season of PachiPanda, an initiative supporting young Ugandans developing technology-driven solutions to environmental challenges. The programme, themed “Nature Meets Innovation: Unlocking Africa’s Green Economy,” targets innovators aged 18 to 35 with practical and scalable solutions that can advance environmental conservation while creating businesses, jobs…
Nigeria’s digital transformation agenda is set to receive a boost following a new partnership between the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) and the Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (NACCIMA). The two organisations signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at GITEX Nigeria 2026, establishing a framework for collaboration on enterprise…
Ghana’s telecommunications sector is entering a new phase of corporate governance following the inauguration of a new Board of Directors for Airtel Ghana Limited and PPL Net Ghana Limited. Ghana’s Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations formally inaugurated the board during a ceremony led by Minister Samuel Nartey George, with senior government and industry…
Ugandan businesses now have access to Starlink’s high-speed satellite internet through a new partnership between Roke Telkom and Paratus Uganda. The two companies have launched Starlink for Business in Uganda, combining Starlink’s satellite connectivity with local deployment, customer support and business expertise from the telecommunications providers. The partnership is aimed at giving businesses across Uganda…
Côte d’Ivoire is strengthening its artificial intelligence ambitions through a new strategic partnership between the Ministry of Digital Transition and Technological Innovation (MTNIT) and Mistral, a European artificial intelligence company. The collaboration is focused on supporting the country’s broader digital transformation agenda and assessing the readiness of its digital ecosystem for the deployment of artificial…
