Starlink is expanding its Starlink for Communities programme with a new model that allows property owners and local operators to generate income by sharing a single Starlink connection with people nearby. Under the programme, hosts install a Starlink dish and router at locations where there is demand for internet access, including apartment complexes, campgrounds, rural…
Tech Mahindra has expanded its agentic AI readiness through a partnership with Google Cloud aimed at scaling hands-on capabilities in Google Cloud Gemini Enterprise across its global workforce. The partnership is designed to support growing enterprise demand for production-ready AI by combining trained and certified talent with reusable industry solutions, production deployment experience and a…
Morocco’s Ministry of Digital Transition and Administration Reform has announced new artificial intelligence tools developed through its partnership with Mistral AI, with the first outputs set to be released as open source. The initiative forms part of Maroc Digital 2030 and the country’s AI Made in Morocco roadmap, which aim to develop sovereign and responsible…
Democratic Republic of Congo’s Minister of Digital Economy, Augustin Kibassa Maliba, has met with a delegation from Expo Béton, led by organiser Jean Bamanisa, to discuss the role of digital technologies in urban development. The meeting, held ahead of the 12th edition of Expo Béton, focused on integrating digital technologies into urban planning, infrastructure modernisation…
Ghana has launched the National Cybersecurity Awareness Month (NCSAM) 2026 campaign, bringing together government and financial-sector stakeholders to strengthen cybersecurity as the country’s digital economy continues to expand. The campaign was officially launched on 1 October 2026, with discussions focused on protecting digital financial services and strengthening Ghana’s cybersecurity resilience. Deputy Minister for Communication, Digital…
Zamtel has unveiled its MyZamtel Super App alongside two Zambia-first innovations, Create Your Own Bundle and Kongola Malaiti, as it expands digital connectivity and financial services across the country. The enhanced MyZamtel Super App allows customers to access Zamtel services and create personalised bundles based on their individual needs. The platform is designed to provide…
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…
