The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) has granted three 5G licenses through the sale of spectrum in the 700MHz and 800MHz bands. The auction generated around NAD28.6 million (US$1.47 million). Mobile providers MTC (Mobile Telecommunications Company) and TN (Telecom Namibia) secured licenses, along with local ISP Loc8 Mobile.
An expansion drive into rural and peri-urban areas and a major 5G rollout are among the key benefits for consumers as MTN invests R749 million into the Western Cape this year.
Africell Angola, a telecommunications operator, has begun the expansion of its network coverage into the Huíla Province, located in the southeastern part of the country. The company's commercial director, Mário Mateus, stated that while Africell's network is currently accessible solely in Lubango and Humpata cities, efforts are underway to establish a more permanent presence by enhancing infrastructure. The objective is to extend network coverage and services to other regions within the province.
Tunisie Telecom, BSA telecommunication and COMATEL announced the signing of an exclusive agreement with TELECEL Group for the sale of 100% of the shares of Mauritano-Tunisienne des Télécommunications (Mattel).
MTN Nigeria has committed to maintaining its 2G and 3G networks, according to CTO Mohammed Rufai.
Millicom International Cellular S.A. stated that it has completed the transaction announced on April 19, 2021 for the sale of its operation in Tanzania to a consortium led by Axian, a pan-African group. In accordance with the terms of the sale, Axian has assumed ownership of the business, including its debt and other obligations, and Millicom has received net cash consideration of approximately $100 million. The transaction completes Millicom’s multi-year plan to divest its African operations and associated obligations and liabilities and to focus on its Latin America markets.
A British investment firm, Helios Investment Partners, has sold its 60% stake in Telkom Kenya, making it a fully owned state-owned company.
Vodacom South Africa managing director, Balesh Sharma, has decided to leave the Vodafone and Vodacom Groups after a two decades long career to pursue an external opportunity in Europe, with effect from 30 June 2022.
Orange and the German Development Cooperation have inaugurated an “Orange Digital Center” at Monrovia, a digital ecosystem entirely dedicated to the development of digital skills and innovation. The event was attended by the highest political and administrative authorities from Liberia; representatives of Germany in Liberia; members of the Orange Liberia board; and representatives of Orange Middle East and Africa.
Mozambique Telecom, which operates under Tmcel, known as the third leading telecom operator in the national market, will deploy its 5G mobile network in the next few months with the technical expertise of Huawei.
