MTN Rwanda introduces Ms. Baza, an AI virtual assistant
30 October 2025
MTN Rwanda has unveiled a prototype of its new artificial intelligence-powered virtual assistant, named Ms. Baza, aimed at enhancing access to digital services and bridging the digital divide within the country.
The presentation took place in Kigali during the Mobile World Congress and represents a significant advancement in MTN’s broader strategy to foster digital inclusion across Rwanda.
Find out more Rwanda launches three-year National Emergency Telecommunications Plan
28 October 2025
The Rwandan government has announced the rollout of the National Emergency Telecommunications Plan (NETP), a comprehensive three-year strategy (2025–2027) aimed at ensuring the resilience and continuity of critical communications during disasters.
Developed collaboratively by the Ministry of ICT and Innovation (MINICT) and the Ministry of Emergency Management (MINEMA), the plan sets out a framework to safeguard essential telecommunications infrastructure against various hazards, including floods, landslides, earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, and pandemics.
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Zambia to expand Starlink connectivity to improve remote healthcare access
27 October 2025
Zambia is set to enhance its internet connectivity by expanding the deployment of Starlink kits to link healthcare facilities across the country, especially in remote regions.
This initiative is part of the ongoing Solar for Health project, which aims to provide reliable internet access to around 400 health facilities, ensuring that even clinics in hard-to-reach areas stay connected. The Ministry of Technology and Science announced the plan following the release of Zambia’s 2026 National Budget.
Find out more Proximus Global unveils Konera, its Network API Platform for seamless connectivity, at Global Fintech Fest 2025
10 October 2025
Proximus Global has taken a significant leap towards commercializing network APIs with the unveiling of its global network API aggregation platform, Konera, at Global Fintech Fest (GFF) 2025.
Aligned with the GSMA's CAMARA standardization initiative, Konera – blending ‘connection’ with ‘era’ –bridges networks and applications by bringing together APIs from different mobile operators (MNOs) under one roof, giving enterprises and developers easy access to communications features with global coverage.
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