Frehiwot Tamru, CEO of ethio telecom, has called for a more coordinated and unified approach to accelerate Africa’s digital transformation. Speaking during the GSMA Ministerial Roundtable at Mobile World Congress 2026 in Barcelona, she emphasized the need for stronger collaboration among stakeholders across the continent to address the persistent digital divide that continues to affect…
Network International has enabled Apple Pay acceptance for four major banks in Egypt, marking a significant milestone in the country’s digital payments transformation. This initiative, part of the Central Bank of Egypt’s third wave of tokenisation licences, highlights the rapid modernization of North Africa’s payment ecosystem and the growing adoption of secure, contactless transactions. The…
Time Out South Africa has announced the appointment of Aisha Mohamed as Managing Director, tasked with leading the company’s strategic direction and guiding its next phase of growth across South Africa. Mohamed’s leadership will focus on expanding the brand’s presence in major urban centers, strengthening commercial partnerships, and enhancing audience engagement. Launched in early 2025…
Weego has raised $1.1 million from Azur Innovation Management Fund to expand its multimodal transport platform in Morocco and accelerate regional growth. The funding will enable the startup to modernize urban transport access, reduce congestion, and support cities in meeting their 2030 development targets. Founded by Saad JITTOU and Mor Niane, Weego provides software that…
Accenture has announced an agreement to acquire Ookla, a global leader in network intelligence, benchmarking, and customer experience analytics. The acquisition is aimed at strengthening Accenture’s capabilities in enterprise connectivity, leveraging data and AI to help clients optimize mission-critical Wi-Fi and 5G networks that support digital operations worldwide. The deal will integrate Ookla’s suite of…
UNICEF has announced plans to provide high-speed internet to up to 500,000 schools and essential public facilities across Africa. The initiative aims to bridge the continent’s digital divide by connecting children and communities in rural and low-income areas, where limited connectivity has historically restricted access to digital education and economic opportunities. The programme will consolidate…
Vodafone Group has signed a landmark agreement with Amazon Leo to connect remote 4G and 5G base stations across Europe and Africa. The partnership marks a significant step in satellite-powered internet deployment on the continent, positioning Vodafone to extend high-speed connectivity to underserved and hard-to-reach areas while creating a competitive dynamic with other satellite operators…
First Capital Bank Botswana has partnered with PayInc to drive deeper financial inclusion and enhance cross-border payments between Botswana and South Africa. The collaboration integrates PayInc’s Transactions Cleared on an Immediate Basis (TCIB) multi-currency, cross-border platform into FCB Botswana’s systems, enabling seamless, fast, and secure digital transactions across both markets. By leveraging PayInc’s interoperable payments…
