New cable proposed between Africa, Asia and Indian Ocean countries
03 May 2024
Mauritius Telecom (Mauritius), Orange and Reliance Jio Infocomm (India) have initiated discussions with a view to installing a submarine fibre optic cable called T4 which will connect Africa, Asia, and the Indian Ocean countries.
The T4 cable will replace the South Africa Far East (SAFE) cable which will reach the end of its life in 2027. The cost of the project is estimated between $150-200 million.
Find out more MTN Nigeria to restore profitability
03 May 2024
MTN has revealed its strategy to restore profitability in its Nigerian unit which includes raising tariff prices, after being hit by a sharp devaluation in the local currency.
“Continued elevated inflation and unpredictable foreign exchange rates remain significant challenges for the businesses.
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Namibia commits N$131.5 million in ICT upgrades
02 May 2024
The Namibian government has committed to investing N$131.5 million to accelerate the development of information and communications technologies (ICT), revealed Emma Theofelus, minister of ICT.
N$110 million will be spent on the construction of 30 communication towers over the next three years to improve access to telecom services. N$20 million will be dedicated to the establishment of the National Cybersecurity Incident Response Team (Nam-CSIRT). N$1.5 million has been allocated for the implementation of the national 5G strategy.
Find out more MSTelecom opts for Angosat-2 to enhance broadband
02 May 2024
MSTelecom will utilise the Angosat-2 telecoms satellite to improve broadband connectivity services in Angola.
The company signed a memorandum of understanding with the Angolan National Space Program Management Office (GGPEN). Under the terms of the agreement, MSTelecom will integrate its fibre optic and microwave transmission networks into the GGPEN satellite platform. This will accelerate the ISP’s network coverage to reach more people.
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