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Nigeria’s National Centre for Artificial Intelligence and Robotics (NCAIR) has launched a transformative $100 million fund to support start-ups developing artificial intelligence (AI) solutions within the country. Announced in partnership with Google at the U.S.-Nigeria Global Inclusivity and AI: Africa conference, this initiative represents a significant investment in Nigeria’s digital economy.

Liquid Intelligent Technologies has completed a significant upgrade to its 1,300-kilometer fibre route, enhancing the connectivity between Mombasa on Kenya’s east coast and Busia on the Ugandan border. This expansion is set to substantially increase the region’s multi-terabit capacity and resilience, playing a crucial role in the area’s digital transformation.

Namibia is set to enhance its maritime safety and emergency response capabilities with a significant investment by Telecom Namibia. The government mobile operator has partnered with Azerbaijan’s Marintel JV to upgrade the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) infrastructure along Namibia’s coastline.

Accenture and MTN have concluded a successful proof-of-concept for an Open Radio Access Network (ORAN) solution, aimed at enhancing customer experience and reducing operational costs. This project has seen successful trials in South Africa and Nigeria, marking a significant step in the advancement of network technology.