TOWERS
05 March 2025
Which technology gaps still exist in Africa’s tower sector, and how are industry players responding to meet the new demands amidst seemingly unstoppable digitisation?
The Africa tower sector faces several technology gaps; however, almost all industry experts agree that power is the biggest divider.
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10 February 2025
Amidst a global digital revolution, Africa’s connectivity levels lag behind the world. Will satellite prove instrumental in connecting the continent?
Ideas around connectivity are changing. Internet access is no longer considered a luxury, but an absolute necessity required for digital inclusion.
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COMMUNICATIONS INFRASTRUCTURE
27 December 2024
Africa’s telecommunications infrastructure continues to come under threat from physical and cyber-attack. While the motivation varies, the result is the same…
The very real threat faced by Africa’s telecommunications industry continues to blight the delivery of reliable communications across the continent, negatively impacting government, businesses and consumers alike.
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13 December 2024
There’s no denying the popularity of mobile money across the continent.
The GSMA reports that registered mobile money accounts grew 12% year-on-year to 1.75 billion in 2023, with some 435 million active by year-end – a 9% annual rise. Transaction volumes grew by 14% year-on-year, while, importantly for the operators, average revenue per user was up from $2.2 in September 2022 to $3.2 in June 2023 – resulting in higher profitability.
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