The Nigerian telecom operator Globacom Ltd., also known as Glo, is allegedly reassigning active National Identity Number (NIN)-linked SIM cards to newly registered subscribers. On Wednesday, a Glo user complained that his father had unexpectedly lost access to his phone number. Affected subscribers include one who has 20 years of Glo usage under their belt. […]

To reduce internet costs for telecom customers throughout the region, the West Africa Telecommunications Regulators Assembly, or WATRA, has announced that it is developing programmes to enable infrastructure cooperation among West African nations. The Executive Secretary, Mr. Aliyu Aboki, revealed that West African countries can share digital infrastructure to reduce costs and improve internet access. […]

The parent firm of Maroc Telecom, e& Group, which is based in the United Arab Emirates, is to appeal the Casablanca Court of Appeal’s ruling that upheld a lower court’s ruling for Maroc Telecom to provide compensation of 6.36 billion Morrocan dirhams ($630 million) to its rival Wana Corporate, popularly referred to as Inwi, for […]

The country’s telecom operator, Airtel Uganda, has disclosed that it intends to sell the remaining shares from its undersubscribed Initial Public Offering (IPO) to satisfy legal obligations. The telco’s representative, David Birungi, highlighted the company’s dedication to following the national standards, noting that they want to comply by November 2026, within two years. The telco’s […]

According to a ‘ My Broadband ‘ survey, MTN is the best mobile network in South Africa. 288,210-speed tests that 7,092 mobile data consumers took between April and June of 2024 were evaluated for the study. Read also: Telecoms report a 2.4% drop in voice subscriptions due to NIN/SIM linkage MTN: The nation’s fastest network […]

Telecommunications operators (telcos) have argued that the only approach to continue development in the telecom sector in this economic headwind is to modify tariffs to reflect operation costs two months after writing to the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) asking for tariff adjustment. They are pleading with the regulator to recognise that giving in to their […]

Nigeria Communications Commission (NCC), the telecommunications regulator, has been concerned about Nigeria’s significant dependence on second-generation (2G) networks, given that other countries in the world have already adopted fifth-generation (5G) and sixth-generation (6G) networks. At a special event hosted by the Association of Telecommunications Companies of Nigeria (ATCON), Dr Aminu Maina, the NCC’s Executive Vice-Chairman […]

The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) reports that in the first quarter of 2024, active voice subscribers in Nigeria’s telecom industry decreased by 2.4%. The National Identification Number-Subscriber Identity Module linking policy is still being enforced by the Nigeria Communications Commission and the telecoms, which is the reason for this reduction. Read also: Telecoms industry […]

Globacom Nigeria and Mdundo.com, the top music streaming platform in Africa, have partnered to introduce a DJ mix service only available to Globacom users. A statement claims that the partnership highlights both businesses’ dedication to providing unmatched entertainment experiences and cultivating enduring relationships with their clients. It said Globacom customers would have access to a […]

The Federal Government of Nigeria, in response to an unprecedented $191 million Foreign Direct Investment in the first quarter of 2024, has declared plans to carry out changes in the telecom industry. The National Bureau of Statistics data on capital imports released last week showed that this investment exceeded the total Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) […]

Leading mobile financial services provider M-Pesa Africa and well-known Addis Ababa-based international money transfer company, Dahabshiil have established a strategic alliance. Through this partnership, Ethiopians residing abroad can send money straight to their M-Pesa digital wallets, revolutionising their remittance process. Through this partnership, Ethiopians abroad can use Dahabshiil’s extensive network to send funds directly to […]

Network tower provider American Tower Corporation Ghana (ATC Ghana) has issued a press release announcing the suspension of power supply to Telecel Ghana, affecting the latter’s network equipment. The company stated that Telecel’s customers may experience network disruptions due to the interruption. ATC Ghana cited Telecel’s failure to meet payment obligations for power supply as […]

To improve South Sudan’s telecom infrastructure using mixed power solutions, Finnfund, a Finnish organisation that helps with development finance, has agreed to give Communication & Renewable Energy Infrastructure (CREI) a $5 million bridge loan. This project is expected to significantly improve the use of solar energy while lowering the reliance on diesel engines. South Sudan […]

Nigerian Communications Satellite (NIGCOMSAT) Limited has joined forces with Hotspot to bring high-speed internet access to rural and underserved communities across Nigeria. This partnership addresses the digital divide by leveraging advanced satellite technology and specialized rural connectivity solutions. Read also: Kenya unveils Jitume Digital Hub to equip youths with tech skills Launching in Rural Areas […]

Orange SA is considering selling its 40% stake as it loses value in Mauritius. The company still holds a minority position in Mauritius Telecom, but its influence has dwindled as the shares have lost significance.  This change was made after a ten-year contract to use the Orange brand name, which ran from September 2007 to […]

Nigeria’s House of Representatives Committee on Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) has warned telecommunications giants MTN and Airtel sternly for repeatedly ignoring its invitations.  During a public hearing in Abuja on a bill aimed at regulating corporate social responsibility in Nigeria, Rep. Oby Orogbu, the Committee’s Chairman, emphasised the companies’ failure to comply with several invitations […]

Kenya’s mobile money sector has seen a significant increase in subscribers, as highlighted in a new report by the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA). The number of mobile money users has climbed to 38.7 million, achieving a penetration rate of 75%.  This growth is attributed to the elimination of withdrawal codes, which previously required Airtel […]

As a leader in technology innovation, Intelvision offers a wide range of services to meet the needs of all Seychellois people. Intelvision, which was founded in the early 2000s, has been a key player in changing the way people communicate in Seychelles, an island famous for its beautiful beaches and diverse marine life. Intelvision is […]

Algeria Telecom Mobile, abbreviated as ATM Mobilis, is a major telecommunications player in Algeria. ATM Mobilis, the mobile arm of Algeria Telecom, has advanced the country’s digital infrastructure. Mobilis serves millions of Algerians with prepaid and postpaid mobile phones, data, and internet subscriptions. Mobilis helped innovative mobile technologies spread. Companies have invested considerably in network […]

Safaricom Ethiopia has received the first shipment of 13 telecom towers from Woda plc, the pioneering Ethiopian firm in network tower manufacturing. This acquisition begins a significant stride towards upgrading and expanding the telecom operator’s infrastructure. Safaricom Ethiopia’s Commitment to Local Manufacturing Woda plc is contracted to deliver 68 high-quality towers to Safaricom Ethiopia, with […]