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CMA CGM, Marlink and Eutelsat to Roll Out OneWeb LEO Connectivity Across Global Fleet

CMA CGM, Marlink and Eutelsat to Roll Out OneWeb LEO Connectivity Across Global Fleet Global shipping giant CMA CGM Group has partnered with Marlink and…

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South Africa Enters New Era of Satellite Connectivity with Space42 Thuraya-4 Launch

Johannesburg – South Africa has taken a major step forward in digital infrastructure and satellite-enabled connectivity with the launch of Thuraya-4 services by Space42. The…

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Nigerian AI Startup Decide Ranks Fourth Globally for Spreadsheet Accuracy—Without External Funding

A Nigerian artificial intelligence startup, Decide, has ranked fourth globally for spreadsheet task accuracy, outperforming several well-funded competitors despite operating without external investment. The ranking,…

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Rwanda Becomes Africa’s First Nation with Nationwide Zipline Drone Healthcare Delivery

Rwanda has become Africa’s first country with full nationwide drone-based medical delivery, following a major expansion agreement between the Government of Rwanda and Zipline, the…

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Investment in African Tech Startups Jumps Nearly 50% in 2025

After two challenging years marked by shrinking capital and cautious investors, funding is making a strong comeback in Africa’s tech startup ecosystem. New data from…

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Qualcomm Launches ‘Make in Africa’ Programme to Support African Tech Startups

San Diego / Lagos — U.S.-based technology giant Qualcomm has opened applications for the latest edition of its Make in Africa Startup Guidance Programme, a…

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Global Leaders and Tech Giants Join Forces to Protect 1.7 Million Kilometers of Submarine Cables

Global leaders and technology companies are stepping up efforts to safeguard over 1.7 million kilometers of submarine cables, the critical infrastructure that underpins digital connectivity…

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AGOA Renewal Gives Kenya’s Digital Export Economy Breathing Space Amid US Scrutiny

The United States has extended the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), a trade deal that provides duty-free access to the US market for selected…

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Mastercard Welcomes 2026 YES Cohort to Strengthen Youth Employment in South Africa

Mastercard has officially welcomed its 2026 Youth Employment Service (YES) cohort, reinforcing the company’s commitment to expanding opportunities for young South Africans and strengthening the…

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Liberia Launches ‘Digital Liberia’ Five-Year Plan to Strengthen Tech Sovereignty and Drive Innovation

Liberia has unveiled a five-year national digital transformation strategy aimed at boosting connectivity, strengthening technology sovereignty, and positioning the country for innovation-led growth. The roadmap,…

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