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Lesotho, UNDP Strengthen Partnership on Digital Transformation and AI Development
Kenya, France Partner on New Science and Engineering Complex at University of Nairobi
Ooredoo, du Partner on Landmark Subsea Cable Project to Boost UAE Digital Connectivity
Guinea Signs Deal for Second Submarine Fibre-Optic Cable to Expand Internet Capacity
Omantel Launches AI Centre of Excellence to Boost Oman’s Digital Innovation Ecosystem
Lesotho, UNDP Strengthen Partnership on Digital Transformation and AI Development
Kenya, France Partner on New Science and Engineering Complex at University of Nairobi
Ooredoo, du Partner on Landmark Subsea Cable Project to Boost UAE Digital Connectivity
Guinea Signs Deal for Second Submarine Fibre-Optic Cable to Expand Internet Capacity
Omantel Launches AI Centre of Excellence to Boost Oman’s Digital Innovation Ecosystem

Africa

The MTN Women in Digital Business Challenge 2025 reaffirms MTN’s role as a leader in driving digital inclusivity, youth empowerment, and female entrepreneurship in South Africa.

MTN Business South Africa Launches 2025 Women in Digital Business Challenge

MTN Business South Africa has launched the 2025 Women in Digital Business Challenge, offering R1 million in funding and mentorship to support women and youth-owned…

By: Efua Nana

MultiChoice, now owned by Canal+, has cut DStv decoder prices in South Africa by up to 57% starting November 1, 2025, as part of efforts to win back subscribers amid rising streaming competition and declining pay-TV numbers.

MultiChoice Begins South African Operations Restructuring Ahead of Canal+ Takeover

MultiChoice has started restructuring its South African operations to meet conditions for Canal+’s ZAR125 per share acquisition….

By: Ovie George

Digify Africa and Meta launch Kitso, a free WhatsApp chatbot that teaches online safety, privacy, and digital literacy to millions across Africa.

Digify Africa and Meta Launch Kitso Chatbot to Promote Online Safety

Digify Africa and Meta launch Kitso, a free WhatsApp chatbot that teaches online safety, privacy, and digital literacy to millions across Africa….

By: Wura Obadare

Ghana and Togo Regulators Begin Border Telecom Coordination Talks

Ghana’s NCA and Togo’s ARCEP have started a three-day border coordination meeting in Accra to strengthen telecom spectrum management, prevent cross-border interference, and improve service…

By: Wura Obadare

Final Thoughts The Digital Parks Africa–iXAfrica partnership is a milestone in Africa’s digital evolution, reinforcing the continent’s ability to host carrier-neutral, AI-ready, hyper-scale data centres that rival global markets. By strengthening infrastructure in South Africa and Kenya, the partnership ensures businesses, governments, and innovators have the tools they need to thrive in an increasingly digital-first economy.

Digital Parks Africa and iXAfrica Partner to Broaden Data Centre Footprint in Southern and Eastern Africa

Digital Parks Africa and iXAfrica have formed a strategic partnership to expand world-class, carrier-neutral, AI-ready data centre services across Southern and Eastern Africa, strengthening the…

By: Wura Obadare

Final Thoughts The partnership between Binance Pay and Zapper is a major step forward in bringing crypto payments into mainstream financial life in South Africa. With over 31,000 new merchants onboarded, cashback incentives, and seamless integration with existing payment systems, this move positions crypto as a convenient, everyday financial tool. As adoption spreads, South Africa could become a model for how crypto payments transition from niche to normal — paving the way for wider global acceptance.

Binance Pay and Zapper Partner to Bring Crypto Payments to 31,000 South African Merchants

Binance Pay has partnered with South Africa’s Zapper, enabling crypto payments at over 31,000 merchants nationwide. Learn how this deal boosts adoption, everyday usage, and…

By: Ovie George

A TLP Advisory report reveals Nigerian startups avoid NGX listings due to regulatory barriers, currency mismatch, undervaluation fears, and limited market liquidity, despite the launch of the NGX Technology Board in 2022.

African Startups Raise $187 Million in August 2025: Top 10 Deals

African startups raised $187.6 million in August 2025, with South Africa leading the pack through Ikhokha’s $93.3M acquisition. See the top 10 deals across fintech,…

By: Ovie George

Licence terms should be at least 15 years, with modest reserve prices, and spectrum set-asides should be avoided in favour of sharing models like leasing.

Cool Ideas Launches 5G Fixed Wireless to Expand High-Speed Internet Access in South Africa

Cool Ideas introduces 5G Fixed Wireless Access in South Africa, bringing high-speed, uncapped Internet to homes and businesses outside fibre coverage zones….

By: Wura Obadare

Onafriq partners with Visa to launch Visa Pay in the Democratic Republic of Congo, bridging mobile money wallets with digital payments and boosting financial inclusion.

Onafriq and Visa Launch Visa Pay to Bridge Mobile Money and Digital Payments in DRC

Onafriq partners with Visa to launch Visa Pay in the Democratic Republic of Congo, bridging mobile money wallets with digital payments and boosting financial inclusion….

By: Cynthia Okafor

The Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations has launched a Training of Trainers (ToT) workshop under the National Girls-in-ICT Programme, aimed at boosting digital literacy and coding skills for young girls in the Upper West Region.

Ghana Strengthens Girls-in-ICT Drive with 100 Trainers and 1,000 Students in Upper West

The Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations has launched a Training of Trainers (ToT) workshop under the National Girls-in-ICT Programme, aimed at boosting digital…

By: Efua Nana

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