Tag: Telecommunications

In a move set to reshape its strategic priorities, Telkom has officially greenlit the sale of its masts and towers subsidiary, Swiftnet, to a consortium spearheaded by UK-based investment firm ...

According to industry reports, Measat has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Shanghai Spacesail Technologies Co. Ltd. (SPACESAIL), formerly Shanghai Spacecom Satellite Technology, to explore potential collaboration in satellite ...

MTN Group, Africa's largest telecommunications provider, has named Sandile Gwala as an independent non-executive director, effective January 1, 2025. Gwala is the co-founder and CEO of a consulting firm that ...

NetOne, Zimbabwe's telecom giant, has officially launched its 5G base stations. These aim to deliver lightning-fast Internet speeds and meet the country's growing demand for reliable, high-performance digital connectivity. This ...

The Association of Telecommunications Companies of Nigeria (ATCON) calls for a thorough assessment of Starlink's activities in Nigeria to promote fair competition among domestic and international telecom operators. This appeal ...

Great news for Egypt's telecom landscape! All four major telecom operators in the country have officially received their 5G licenses from the National Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (NTRA). On Monday, the ...

In a call-to-action, South Africa's Communications and Digital Technologies Minister, Solly Malatsi, urges the nation to seize the moment and embrace artificial intelligence (AI) with urgency and enthusiasm. His remarks ...

Broadcast Media Africa has learnt that Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso have signed a strategic deal with Moscow that will see Russia sell them telecommunications and surveillance satellites. Officials from ...

Huawei, a global leader in telecom services, has reaffirmed its commitment to expanding investment across Africa, emphasizing its dedication to nurturing local talent. The company sees immense potential in Africa ...

The year's first half has been gruelling for Africa's telecom giants—Vodacom, MTN, and Telkom—as reflected in their declining share prices and challenging circumstances. Vodacom, one of the leading telecommunications operators ...