Equinix, a leading US-based data centre and colocation provider, has successfully completed the post-acquisition integration of Nigeria-born connectivity company MainOne. This significant milestone follows Equinix’s $320 million acquisition of MainOne in 2022 and marks a crucial step in establishing its presence in Nigeria’s rapidly growing data centre market. The integration process involved the unification and…
The GSMA, in collaboration with Kenya’s Ministry of Information, Communication, and the Digital Economy, and the Communications Authority of Kenya, has unveiled three crucial reports aimed at propelling Kenya’s digital transformation. The reports, launched in partnership with mobile operators, include the Kenya Digital Economy Report, the Digital Africa Index (DAI), and the Smartphone Affordability Report. These publications offer in-depth insights into Kenya’s progress in mobile connectivity and the opportunities for accelerating digital growth.
du, the leading telecom and digital services provider, has announced the expansion of its strategic partnership with Nokia to accelerate the growth of its 5G advanced network. The new agreement will enable du to incorporate cutting-edge technologies such as enhanced mobile broadband, advanced 5G carrier aggregation, network slicing, massive IoT connectivity through RedCap, and edge computing. These upgrades will ensure that du’s 5G network is future-ready, capable of supporting next-generation use cases for both consumers and enterprises.
Jio Haptik, a global leader in AI-driven customer engagement, has announced an exciting partnership with du, the leading telecom and digital services provider in the UAE. Together, they aim to revolutionize the business landscape in the UAE by bringing Jio Haptik’s cutting-edge GenAI conversational suite to enterprises across the region. The collaboration was formalized at GITEX Global 2024, held at the Dubai World Trade Center, marking a significant step in expanding AI-powered customer engagement solutions.
Schneider Electric, a global leader in energy management and digital automation, has announced plans to establish a cutting-edge manufacturing facility in the Hamriyah Free Zone, UAE. This strategic move is set to expand their capacity for producing AI-ready data centre solutions, addressing the growing demand for energy-efficient and technologically advanced infrastructure in the region. By capitalizing on the Free Zone’s unique advantages, Schneider Electric is reinforcing its commitment to innovation and sustainability.
The Nigerian government is taking significant steps to enhance its technological landscape through a new partnership with Ericsson focused on 5G connectivity. On October 18, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed during a visit by a Nigerian delegation led by Vice President Kashim Shettima at Ericsson’s Global headquarters in Sweden. This partnership signifies a commitment to advancing Nigeria’s digital transformation objectives and establishing a robust framework for 5G development and innovation.
Africa-focused e-mobility provider IZI has announced remarkable milestones in its mission to electrify Rwanda’s public transport sector. In just four months of operation, the company’s initial fleet of five electric buses has achieved significant success, covering over 74,000 electric kilometers and carrying more than 250,000 passengers. This initiative has resulted in a 38% reduction in running costs, equating to savings of $34,000 in diesel expenses alone, while also mitigating over 60 tonnes of CO2 emissions. The impact of these electric buses is tracked in real-time through the IZI Connect platform, offering unprecedented transparency for client fleet operators and investors.
Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has announced the reintroduction of facial recognition technology to tackle the growing issue of celebrity impersonation on its platforms. This move comes nearly two years after Meta initially discontinued its facial recognition system due to privacy concerns and regulatory scrutiny. The revamped system aims to protect public figures from impersonation, a major source of misinformation and scams targeting users.
