Cameroon Telecoms (Camtel) has announced a significant partnership with Cameroon Water Utilities Corporation (Camwater) to share infrastructure, marking a major step forward in expanding its national terrestrial optic fibre backbone network. This strategic agreement underscores Camtel’s commitment to enhancing its network capabilities and ensuring widespread connectivity across Cameroon.
Airtel Kenya is set to significantly expand its network infrastructure in Mandera County, targeting the establishment of 53 new network sites by year-end. This expansion aims to enhance connectivity and strengthen Airtel’s presence in North-Eastern Kenya, contributing to improved telecommunications services across the region.
Flutterwave has partnered with Nigeria’s Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to establish a cutting-edge Cybercrime Research Center aimed at combating internet crimes and ensuring secure online transactions. This strategic initiative was formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed on June 14, 2024, in Abuja, marking a significant step towards enhancing cybersecurity and financial integrity in Nigeria.
MTN Uganda has launched the second phase of its flagship youth development program, MTN Ace, aiming to empower 8,000 youths with digital skills and foster the launch of 150 start-ups over the next three years. This initiative aligns with Uganda’s ambition to transition into a fully digital economy, addressing unemployment and fostering innovation across the East African country.
The WIOCC Group has secured a substantial finance package from IFC, Proparco, and Rand Merchant Bank to advance its expansion strategy across the continent. This initiative aims to bolster digital connectivity and infrastructure in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Nigeria, and South Africa, addressing the rising demand for colocation and data centre services.
MTN Uganda has successfully completed its first public offering, achieving the minimum 20% public float required by regulatory standards. This milestone underscores MTN’s commitment to local participation and compliance with Uganda’s Securities Exchange listing rules and Communications Commission regulations.
The Lagos State Government has entered into a landmark Memorandum of Understanding with Interswitch eClat to establish and operate the Lagos Smart Health Information Platform. This collaboration aims to revolutionize healthcare operations in Nigeria, addressing longstanding challenges in the sector.
Exciting news from Infobip! The global cloud communications platform has officially become an Independent Software Vendor (ISV) with access to Oracle Integration Cloud, marking a significant milestone in enhancing customer experiences across various sectors. Now, businesses leveraging Oracle solutions can seamlessly integrate Infobip’s powerful omnichannel platform via Oracle Cloud Marketplace (OCM), enabling them to orchestrate robust interactions that drive customer satisfaction, sales growth, and campaign performance.
