This year’s Global Symposium for Regulators (GSR-24) has kicked off in Kampala, Uganda, with a pioneering focus on regulating for impact in fields such as artificial intelligence (AI), the space sector, and climate change. Hosted by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), the event has gathered global regulators to exchange knowledge and experiences on advancing impactful regulation.
STelcom, a Sonangol Group affiliate, has chosen Emerson to deliver its entire automation portfolio to Angolan energy and industrial customers. This collaboration aims to enhance MSTelcom’s capabilities in providing engineering services, optimizing energy output, equipment availability, production, safety, and environmental sustainability.
Huawei, a global telecom services provider, has reaffirmed its commitment to investing in Africa and facilitating talent development across the continent. During the Huawei Africa Connect event in Johannesburg, South Africa, David Wang, Executive Director of the Board and Chairman of Huawei’s ICT Infrastructure Managing Board, emphasized the potential of Africa and Huawei’s eagerness to collaborate with governments and enterprises.
Telecom Egypt has signed a $600 million, 10-year deal with 4iG Group of Hungary to build a fiber network for the North African country. This landmark infrastructure project will provide six million households with access to high-speed network, significantly enhancing connectivity and digital services across Egypt.
The health tech startup has successfully closed its pre-seed funding round to expand access to affordable therapy across Africa.
Exciting news from FEI, Finnfund, and CREI! They have teamed up to finance a US$20 million project for CREI’s Telecom Energy Service Company (TESCO) in South Sudan, marking a significant milestone in sustainable energy and telecom infrastructure.
Exciting news from Jambojet! The airline has launched four weekly flights between Zanzibar and Mombasa, enhancing tourism and trade opportunities between Kenya and Tanzania.
Exciting news from TRIFIC SEZ and Chanzo Capital! They’ve launched the Chanzo ONESPACE Startup and Scaleup Accelerator (COSSA) program at the Two Rivers International Finance and Innovation Centre Special Economic Zone.
