Category: Tech

MTN South Africa and Huawei have reached a new milestone in telecommunications by successfully completing South Africa’s first 5.5G network trial. Held at MTN’s Johannesburg headquarters, this landmark achievement is a testament to the power of collaboration and innovation in driving technological advancement. The trial underscores MTN’s dedication to adopting next-generation connectivity solutions and Huawei’s role as a leader in network evolution

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has taken a significant step toward bridging the digital divide through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Monacosat. Signed on November 12, 2024, by the Minister of Posts, Telecommunications, and Digital, Augustin Kibassa Maliba, and representatives from Monacosat, this partnership aims to implement a satellite connectivity project that promises to revolutionize digital access in the country. This collaboration also marks a milestone in digital cooperation between the DRC and the Principality of Monaco.

The Ministry of Communications and Digitalisation (MoCD) is championing digital inclusion with its impactful National Girls-In-ICT (GIICT) Programme in the Ashanti Region. This initiative, spearheaded by Naa Korkoi Essah, Head of Public Relations, aims to equip young girls with essential ICT skills, instill confidence, and prepare them for opportunities in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). By focusing on the theme of “Leadership,” the program is addressing the gender digital divide and fostering a culture of innovation among young girls in Ghana.

MTN Nigeria has announced two strategic appointments to its executive team, reinforcing its leadership in technology and marketing. Yahaya Ibrahim has been named Chief Technical Officer (CTO), while Onyinye Ikenna-Emeka steps into the role of Chief Marketing Officer (CMO). These appointments, effective October 14, 2024, mark a significant milestone in MTN Nigeria’s journey toward technological innovation and market leadership.

ICANN (Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers) has partnered with Smart Africa to enhance internet governance capacity development across Africa. Smart Africa, a coalition of African countries, international organizations, and global private sector players, is focused on advancing Africa’s digital agenda. This collaboration aims to drive digital transformation by leveraging the strengths and resources of both organizations.

In a recent interview, Safaricom’s CEO, Peter Ndegwa, reaffirmed the company’s confidence in its fixed internet infrastructure, asserting that it remains unmatched in Kenya. Ndegwa emphasized that while satellite internet serves a role, it is seen by Safaricom as a “complementary” service rather than a direct competitor to its robust, land-based networks. In areas with well-established broadband, the need for satellite connectivity is diminished, according to Ndegwa.

Teraco has announced the start of construction on a groundbreaking 120MW solar PV power plant in South Africa’s Free State province, marking a world first for data center operators. With this ambitious project, Teraco aims to establish its own renewable energy source to power its data centers and support the next generation of cloud and AI computing applications. This initiative represents a major step in sustainable energy and positions Teraco at the forefront of renewable energy efforts within the data center industry.