20 January 2026
Senegal is set to launch a second satellite, named GAINDESAT-1B, in 2026, according to an announcement made in Dakar by Professor Gayane Faye, the coordinator of the Senegal Satellite Project (SENSAT).
The announcement was made during the inaugural lecture marking the start of the 2025-2026 academic year at the Center for Advanced Studies in Defense and Security (CHEDS).
Find out moreDRC faces telecom disruptions linked to West Africa Cable System outage
19 January 2026
Telecommunications networks across the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have been experiencing outages for several days, according to the sector regulator, ARPTC.
The disruptions are attributed to a widespread technical failure affecting the West Africa Cable System (WACS), a key submarine fiber optic cable that connects Europe to Africa and carries a significant portion of DRC’s internet traffic.
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Amazon gains ground in Nigeria’s satellite broadband market with new licenses
16 January 2026
Nigeria’s satellite broadband landscape is poised for a significant shift as Amazon has secured a seven-year landing permit from the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) to launch its Kuiper internet services starting February 2026. This development marks a strategic move for Nigeria as it seeks to diversify its connectivity infrastructure and attract cutting-edge technology investments.
The NCC’s approval underscores Nigeria’s commitment to opening its satellite communications sector to next-generation providers, aligning with international best practices and addressing the country’s growing demand for reliable connectivity. The license permits Amazon Kuiper to operate its space segment within Nigeria as part of a global constellation of up to 3,236 low Earth orbit (LEO) satellites. Amazon is authorized to deliver fixed satellite services, mobile satellite services, and mobile earth stations in motion—covering everything from household and business internet to mobility, logistics, maritime, and aviation applications.
Find out more Nigeria implements rapid refund rule for failed airtime and data top-ups
15 January 2026
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) have jointly announced a new regulation set to improve transparency and reliability in mobile top-up transactions.
Starting March 1, 2026, operators are mandated to automatically refund any failed airtime or data top-up within 30 seconds of detection when customers have been charged but did not receive the service.
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