MTN Eswatini has partnered with Lubane SACCO to launch a device loan scheme aimed at improving access to smartphones and mobile connectivity for cooperative members in Eswatini. Under the partnership, eligible Lubane SACCO members can obtain smartphones through a loan arrangement facilitated by the SACCO, alongside MTN data packages. The initiative combines telecommunications services with…
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the GSMA have announced a strategic partnership to strengthen Africa’s artificial intelligence ecosystem and accelerate the development and deployment of African-led AI solutions, including AI in African languages. The partnership combines the GSMA’s mobile industry expertise and networks with UNDP’s development programmes and innovation platforms to connect African…
STELLARIX Senegal is expanding its data centre capacity to meet growing demand for cloud services, artificial intelligence (AI) and digital infrastructure in Senegal and across Africa. The company said the expansion will increase hosting capacity for businesses and critical workloads while supporting the development of sovereign cloud services and AI applications. STELLARIX said the investment…
MTN Uganda expands digital and financial literacy training to Northern Uganda MTN Uganda Foundation has taken its MTN Internet Buses to Northern Uganda as part of a nationwide programme aimed at improving digital and financial literacy among communities. The buses travelled along two routes to Lamwo and Pader, where 406 learners are receiving training in…
The Airtel Africa Foundation is expanding its Tech Fellowship programme to Zambia, providing young people from underserved backgrounds with access to ICT and technology education. Through Airtel Zambia, the Foundation will support 50 students over five years as they pursue ICT and technology-related degrees at the University of Zambia (UNZA) and Copperbelt University (CBU). The…
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), in collaboration with the Association of Licensed Telecommunications Operators of Nigeria (ALTON), has launched the Zero Rated Data Access to Approved Educational Platforms and Content Initiative, providing eligible learners with free daily data to access designated educational resources. Under the Operator-Sponsored Model, eligible users will receive up to 100MB of…
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has officially launched National Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2026 under the theme “Together for a Safer Cyberspace.” The month-long campaign calls for shared responsibility for digital safety, with NITDA stressing that cybersecurity is no longer solely the responsibility of IT professionals, government agencies or security experts. Citizens, businesses and…
Mukuru has launched the Mukuru Account & Card in South Africa, expanding its financial services beyond remittances and prepaid cards. The new account has been introduced in partnership with Bank Zero, the licensed sponsor bank, and is enabled by Paymentology and Mastercard. It combines everyday banking services with Mukuru’s established cross-border remittance offering through a…
