On Monday, September 9, 2024, the Private Telecommunications and Communications Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PTECSSAN) embarked on an indefinite strike action, which could severely disrupt call and data services across Nigeria. The telecom workers under PTECSSAN have expressed dissatisfaction…
Huawei has recently secured a significant multi-million dollar storage deal with United Bank for Africa (UBA), marking a pivotal moment in the Nigerian banking sector. This agreement, valued at approximately $3 million, involves the provision of 200 petabytes of storage…
Bayobab Kenya, a leading network provider in the region, has officially launched its National Long Distance (NLD) fibre network phase 2, which runs from Mombasa to Malaba and Busia primarily along the metre gauge railway line. The NLD 2 launch…
AstraZeneca, a global biopharmaceutical company, has joined forces with Tricog Health, an innovator in AI-driven healthcare solutions, and the Kenya Cardiac Society (KCS) to launch an AI-based heart screening initiative in Kenya. The study, which commenced in May 2024, aims…
Elon Musk’s Starlink has officially launched its satellite internet service in Zimbabwe, three months after securing an operating license in the Southern African nation. The company will provide its services through a government-approved local partner, IMC Communications. According to Starlink’s…
The board of directors of MTN Group, a leading telecommunications giant in Africa, has officially closed an investigation into CEO Ralph Mupita, concluding that there is no evidence of improper conduct. This decision comes after allegations surfaced regarding favoritism and…
Flutterwave has made a significant move in its leadership by appointing Mitesh Popat as the company’s new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). This strategic decision aims to propel the firm into its next phase of growth and enhance its financial sustainability. …
ChitChat, a Zambian social commerce platform, has announced a partnership with Mastercard to launch new virtual debit cards aimed at enhancing cross-border payments. This initiative is set to streamline transactions for users by eliminating the need for lengthy bank visits,…
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has officially canceled its ambitious national ID project, which was projected to cost approximately $1.2 billion. This decision comes after years of failed attempts to establish a national ID system, leaving the country without…
Following the catastrophic CrowdStrike software update, Microsoft is set to host a cybersecurity conference this month aimed at addressing the fallout from the CrowdStrike outage. The conference, scheduled for September 10, 2024, at Microsoft’s Redmond, Washington campus, will delve into…
