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The 60GHz opportunity
03 April 2025
Wim Van Thillo, CEO, Pharrowtech
Transforming Fixed Wireless Access
Africa is undergoing a digital transformation, driven by a young, fast-growing population, thriving cities, and an increasing demand for connectivity. With its population expected to nearly double by 2050, Africa presents immense potential for economic growth and technological advancement. However, persistent challenges such as economic fragility, rising spending pressures on infrastructure, health, and education, as well as a deep digital divide, continue to limit progress. Millions of Africans remain without access to the internet, restricting opportunities in education, e-commerce, and remote work.
Find out more The end of the in-house MNO data centre?
03 April 2025
Times are a changing. The rampant digitisation taking place across the continent is causing a fundamental shift in MNO focus...
The demands placed on data centres by Africa’s mobile network operators (MNOs) are driven by the need for high-speed, low-latency services, energy-efficient infrastructure, geographical distribution, and a constant push for scalability.
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Tunisie Télécom and Ericsson launch 5G in Tunisia
02 April 2025
Ericsson has partnered with telecommunications operator Tunisie Télécom to launch 5G mobile technology in Tunisia, positioning the country as the first in North Africa to embrace this advanced communication standard.
Tunisie Télécom has rolled out its 5G non-standalone (5G NSA) services, which feature enhanced mobile broadband (eMBB) and fixed wireless access (FWA) tailored for residential customers.
Find out more YOA Cable invests 160 million Rand to expand fibre manufacturing in South Africa
02 April 2025
YOA Cable, a local manufacturer of fibre optic cables in Africa, has announced a significant investment of 160 million rand aimed at enhancing its manufacturing capacity through the expansion of its factory in Durban, South Africa. The investment is strategically aligned with the growing demand for digital infrastructure in the region.
“Our journey began with an initial investment of R150 million, which enabled us to establish a local presence in the manufacturing of fibre optic cables in South Africa. This new strategic step will allow us to transform our business, significantly increase the production capacity of locally manufactured fibre optic cables, and explore new growth opportunities in the Southern African region,” said Pieter Viljoen, CEO of YOA Cable.
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