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.
Find out moreBlue Label Telecoms authorised to take over Cell C, subject to conditions
02 May 2024
The Competition Commission of South Africa (CCSA) has authorised Blue Label Telecoms to take control of Cell C, subject to certain conditions.
“The Commission recommended to the Competition Court to approve the transaction subject to conditions aimed at mitigating problems linked to the exchange of information and conditions guaranteeing the continued use of certain communication channels, distribution of prepaid airtime for a certain period, after the transaction,” said CCSA in a release.
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Councillor Mothibi Ramusi sworn in to ICASA
02 May 2024
The Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (ICASA) has announced that councillor Mothibi Ramusi has been sworn-in as the 6th Chairperson of ICASA.
The ceremony was presided over by the Honourable Professor JCW van Rooyen SC, formerly Acting Judge of the High Court of South Africa. During the ceremony, the newly appointed Chairperson pledged to act with integrity, to uphold the public interest, and to serve the people of South Africa in the provision of electronic communications, broadcasting, and postal services, in line with the Constitution and the ICASA Act.
Find out more Partners to launch US$20 4G phones for DRC
02 May 2024
KaiOS Technologies, Motema, and the Congolese Agency for Digital Development have entered into a partnership to launch a telephone assembly unit to create devices at US$20 each.
The factory, whose announced production capacity exceeds one million units, will provide the Congolese with 4G mobile phones at lower cost, with access to Google and social networks.
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