Rwanda has approved a phased roadmap to retire its legacy 2G and 3G mobile networks, paving the way for expanded 4G and 5G connectivity as part of the country’s digital transformation strategy. Under the plan, 3G services will be switched off nationwide on 30 June 2027, while the retirement of the 2G network is provisionally…
Rwanda has approved a phased roadmap to retire its legacy 2G and 3G mobile networks, paving the way for expanded 4G and 5G connectivity as part of the country’s digital transformation strategy. Under the plan, 3G services will be switched off nationwide on 30 June 2027, while the retirement of the 2G network is provisionally…
Ethio Telecom has announced major progress in expanding Ethiopia’s digital infrastructure, completing the first year of its Next Horizon: Digital & Beyond 2028 Strategy with significant investments in mobile, broadband and fiber connectivity. Over the past year, the state-owned operator deployed 603 new mobile sites, increasing its nationwide network footprint to 10,613 sites. The expansion…
Gabon is advancing its digital infrastructure ambitions with the construction of a new Tier III Carrier Hotel Datacenter, as Minister of Digital Economy, Digitalization and Innovation Mark-Alexandre Doumba conducted a site inspection to assess the project’s progress. The inspection confirmed that construction is progressing on schedule, with the strategic facility expected to be completed between…
Microsoft has confirmed plans to launch a unified Copilot application in 2026 that will bring together its AI-powered tools, including Copilot Chat, GitHub Copilot, Copilot Cowork and Autopilot agents, into a single platform for both consumers and enterprise users. The announcement was made by Microsoft Chairman and CEO Satya Nadella during the company’s latest earnings…
Bolt has expanded access to its ride-hailing platform by integrating its services with ChatGPT, allowing users to plan and initiate ride bookings through conversational AI before completing the trip within the Bolt app. The integration makes Bolt one of the first ride-hailing platforms to connect directly with ChatGPT, enabling users to request rides naturally while…
The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has partnered with Ethiopian technology company Gebeya to launch CANEX Create-thon 2026, a pan-African competition aimed at helping creators transform innovative ideas into commercially viable music, video and gaming products using artificial intelligence and digital technologies. Launched through Afreximbank’s Creative Africa Nexus (CANEX) programme, the initiative will award a total…
CoCre8 Technology Solutions has been named IT Services Partner of the Year at the Huawei South Africa Connect 2026 Gala Dinner, receiving the highest recognition within Huawei’s regional partner network. The award recognises CoCre8’s contribution to delivering enterprise technology solutions alongside Huawei South Africa, highlighting the company’s role in supporting digital transformation initiatives for businesses…
