Madagascar's Axian has successfully completed its acquisition of additional shares in Senegal's Free. Initially announced on July 24th, this transaction will result in Axian increasing its ownership in Free from 40% to 80%. Free Senegal, boasting 5.36 million subscribers as of July 2023, holds a substantial 25% market share, solidifying its position as the second-largest operator in the market.
The European Union and the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) have pledged to provide internet access to 1,300 Kenyan schools in underserved areas.
The pan-African group AXIAN announces the appointment of Erwan Gelebart as CEO of its Open Innovation & Fintech division.
American Tower Corporation released its 2022 sustainability report outlining the company's sustainability strategy with a comprehensive overview of the progress made across the three pillars of its program: Environmental, Social, and Governance.
Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has appointed Aminu Maida as the executive vice president of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC). Maida takes over from Umar Danbatta, who assumed the position in August 2015 under the administration of former president Muhammadu Buhari.
Zambia has taken a major step forward in technological advancement with the official launch of Starlink's business services in the country. Starlink, a leading global provider of satellite internet services, has joined forces with Paratus Group, a prominent pan-African telecommunications and network services provider, through a reseller agreement.
The National Bank of Ethiopia (NBE) has introduced a new policy regarding the issuance of payment instruments for mobile money providers in the country. This measure is aims to enhance security measures, foster healthy competition, and encourage innovation among Ethiopia's various mobile money service providers.
Mauritania's telecom companies Mattel, Mauritel, and Chinguitel have been directed by the Regulatory Authority (ARE) to introduce national roaming in all regions where only one of them currently provides coverage. This directive is to be carried out before December 31st.
The Somali National Communications Authority (NCA) launched its Spectrum Monitoring Operations Center (SMOC) to streamline the monitoring and analysis of spectrum usage, the detection of unauthorized or illegal activities, and the swift resolution of interference issues. Additionally, it will provide real-time data and information to enhance decision-making processes, ensuring the optimal allocation of spectrum resources.
In a significant milestone for Ethiopia's tech and communications sector, Eng. Balcha Reba, director general of the Ethiopian Communications Authority, has been chosen to lead the International Telecommunication Union Regional Development Forum for Africa (RDF-AFR) in 2023.
