The European Union and the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) have pledged to provide internet access to 1,300 Kenyan schools in underserved areas.
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Zambia to Tax Mobile Money in 2024
The Zambian government is considering the implementation of a tax on mobile money transactions.
GHG Emissions Show Significant Reduction in Africa
American Tower Corporation released its 2022 sustainability report outlining the company's sustainability strategy with a comprehensive overview of the progress made across the three pillars of its program: Environmental, Social, and Governance.
Starlink and Jumia Partner to Expand Services in Africa
SpaceX and e-commerce giant Jumia Technologies AG have joined forces to accelerate the deployment of Starlink's satellite Internet network services in Africa. Through this partnership, Jumia will make Starlink terminals and satellite kits available in the African nations where it operates.
Starlink Launches Its Services in Zambia
Zambia has taken a major step forward in technological advancement with the official launch of Starlink's business services in the country. Starlink, a leading global provider of satellite internet services, has joined forces with Paratus Group, a prominent pan-African telecommunications and network services provider, through a reseller agreement.
Africa Witnesses an Increase in Q2 2023 Smartphone Sales
In Q2 2023, Africa experienced a 7.6% increase in smartphone shipments, rising from 18.1 million to 19.6 million units compared to Q2 in 2022, according to the International Data Corporation (IDC).
Mauritanian Regulator Enforces National Roaming
Mauritania's telecom companies Mattel, Mauritel, and Chinguitel have been directed by the Regulatory Authority (ARE) to introduce national roaming in all regions where only one of them currently provides coverage. This directive is to be carried out before December 31st.
North African Market Welcomes TecAlliance
The Moroccan automotive market has showcased significant potential, propelled by factors such as long-term industry growth projections, substantial foreign investment, government incentives, and advantageous trade agreements that position Morocco as a burgeoning hub for automotive production and export.
ITU Africa Forum Names New President
In a significant milestone for Ethiopia's tech and communications sector, Eng. Balcha Reba, director general of the Ethiopian Communications Authority, has been chosen to lead the International Telecommunication Union Regional Development Forum for Africa (RDF-AFR) in 2023.
Kenya Capitalizes on Renewable Energy Leadership to Attract Green Data Centers
Kenya Power, the utility company, intends to harness off-peak capacity to support Kenya's shift towards electric mobility. Kenya boasts an electricity generation capacity of 3,321 MW, with a peak demand of 2,200 MW and a low overnight off-peak demand of 1,100 MW.