CAMTEL Pledges Digital Infrastructure Support to Boost Interoperability in Cameroon

Cameroon Telecommunications (CAMTEL) has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Cameroon’s digital transformation, identifying interoperability, digital identity and secure data exchange as key pillars of the country’s emerging digital public infrastructure. The commitment was made during the Internet Governance Forum of Cameroon (FGI Cameroon 2026), which concluded on August 20 following three days of discussions on…

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SMART Zambia Deploys ICT Equipment to Digitise SinazongweTown Council.

Sinazongwe Town Council in Zambia’s Southern Province has received a digital infrastructure upgrade aimed at improving public service delivery, strengthening connectivity and reducing the digital divide in the province. The e-Government Division of the SMART Zambia Institute has deployed high-speed internet, advanced communication systems and modern ICT equipment at the council as part of Zambia’s…

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Hub71 Expands Initiate Founder Programme After Receiving 5,500 Applications.

Hub71, Abu Dhabi’s global technology ecosystem, is expanding its Initiate programme for aspiring entrepreneurs and early-stage founders following strong demand, with nearly 5,500 applications received since its launch. The early-stage programme combines venture-building expertise with practical founder development, helping entrepreneurs validate ideas, understand market demand, develop business models and prepare their ventures for commercial growth….

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Liberia Strengthens Satellite Connectivity Framework to Expand Digital Access

Liberia has strengthened its regulatory framework for satellite communications following the adoption of new Satellite Communications Guidelines by the Liberia Telecommunications Authority (LTA). The guidelines are designed to expand digital connectivity, strengthen regulatory oversight and support the country’s wider digital transformation agenda. The new framework establishes clear requirements for satellite communications services, covering nationwide access,…

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Airtel Launches Fursa Lab to Boost Digital Skills in Tanzania.

Airtel Fursa Lab has been officially launched at Kijitonyama Secondary School in Tanzania, marking a new initiative aimed at strengthening digital skills, innovation and technology education among young people. The launch was officiated by Esi Prah, Head of Programmes at Airtel Africa Foundation, alongside representatives from Airtel and Dar Teknohama Business Incubator (DTBi). The initiative…

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President Mwinyi Reviews TTCL’s Digital Connectivity Expansion Across Zanzibar.

Zanzibar is strengthening its digital infrastructure as Tanzania Telecommunications Corporation (TTCL) continues to expand connectivity and digital services across the islands. President of Zanzibar and Chairman of the Revolutionary Council, Dr. Hussein Ali Mwinyi, visited the TTCL pavilion during the Kizimkazi Festival 2026, where he was briefed on the corporation’s contribution to Zanzibar’s growing digital…

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Vodacom Tanzania Hits 27.7M Customers Network Investment Jumps.

Vodacom Tanzania Plc has reported continued customer growth and increased network investment as the company focuses on long-term expansion and shareholder value following its Tenth Annual General Meeting. The company said its customer base reached 27.7 million in FY2026, while network investment increased by 85.1%, supporting wider connectivity and strengthening its telecommunications infrastructure. Shareholders at…

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CIB Secures Preliminary Approvel for yomo Digital Bank in Egypt

Commercial International Bank – Egypt (CIB) has received preliminary approval from the Central Bank of Egypt to establish yomo, a new digital bank being developed under Egypt’s digital banking framework introduced in 2023. The approval marks a significant step in CIB’s plans to expand into digitally native banking and create simpler, more accessible financial services…

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