Ngabwe District in Zambia’s Central Province has taken a historic step forward in bridging the digital divide with the commissioning of a new communication tower in Chief Munkumbwe’s Chiefdom, Lufubu Constituency. The launch, which took place on 7 September 2025, was officiated by the Minister of Technology and Science, Hon. Felix Chipota Mutati MP. This…
Huawei Cloud has officially introduced its Big Data technologies and CodeArts DevOps platform in Kenya, marking a major step toward accelerating the country’s digital transformation journey. The launch took place during the Huawei Cloud TechWave Kenya Day in Nairobi, where key stakeholders from government, finance, e-commerce, media, and ICT gathered under the theme “Innovate Now,…
Kenya has achieved a significant milestone in the Global Startup Ecosystem Index 2025, climbing five places to secure the 58th position worldwide. This ranking places the country firmly among the top 100 business-friendly nations, cementing its growing reputation as a hub for innovation and entrepreneurship. The improvement from last year’s 63rd position marks Kenya’s first…
Ghana is reshaping its telecom landscape with a bold move to merge Telecel and AirtelTigo, creating a consolidated operator aimed at offering a stronger challenge to MTN’s longstanding dominance. The planned merger comes as part of a wider government-backed initiative to create a competitive and sustainable telecom sector capable of driving digital inclusion and economic…
T2, formerly known as 9mobile, has taken a bold step toward redefining Nigeria’s telecoms sector with the announcement of a multi-million-dollar partnership with India’s Knot Solutions. The landmark agreement, unveiled during the GITEX Nigeria Tech Expo and Future Economy Conference in Lagos, marks a significant milestone in T2’s ambition to reposition itself as a growth-driven…
Rwanda has marked a groundbreaking milestone by successfully launching Africa’s first self-flying electric air taxi, showcasing the country’s bold commitment to innovation and sustainable mobility. The historic demonstration took place during the Aviation Africa Summit 2025 in Kigali, presided over by President Paul Kagame. The Chinese-built EHang EH216-S, a fully electric vertical take-off and landing…
The Gabonese Republic has taken a decisive step in accelerating its digital transformation with President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema extending a landmark ordinance on digitalization, published in the Official Gazette No. 81. This ordinance lays out the government’s comprehensive commitment to building a sovereign, digitally empowered nation that prioritizes efficiency, transparency, and inclusion across public…
Orange Money Group has announced the appointment of Thierry Millet as its new Chief Executive Officer, succeeding Aminata Kane. This leadership change marks a significant moment for the company as it continues to drive financial inclusion and digital transformation across Africa. With over two decades of experience within the Orange Group, Millet brings deep expertise…
