General News

Effective January 1st, 2024, Dorsaf Bejaoui takes on the role of CEO at Sofrecom Tunisia.

Blue Label Telecoms, holding a 49.5% stake in South African telecom operator Cell C, is making strides to take control of the company through its subsidiary, The Prepaid Company (TPC). Blue Label Telecoms specializes in providing innovative technology for mobile commerce in South Africa and other emerging markets.

The Nigerian state of Nasarawa has abolished the Right of Way (RoW) costs associated with the construction, placement, laying, and maintenance of telecoms network equipment within the state. This move was executed through the implementation of the State Right of Way Regulation 2023, which came into immediate effect.

Tigo, the digital lifestyle telecommunication company in Tanzania and a member of the Axian Telecom Group, has been honored with the prestigious Ookla® Speedtest Award™ for achieving the title of the Fastest Mobile Network in Tanzania for the year 2023.

Papua New Guinea's telecommunications regulatory authority has granted Starlink a five-year license to operate in the country. Simultaneously, the authority, known as NICTA (National Information and Communications Technology Authority), has committed to cracking down on unauthorized operation of Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite terminals.

The Ghana Chamber of Telecommunications (GCT) has called on the government to review the taxes imposed on telecommunications companies. Members of the Chamber stressed the need to abolish import duty on some telecommunication equipment and smartphones, among others.

Nape Nnauye, the Minister of Information, Communication, and Information Technology, announced that Tanzania has successfully secured a crucial orbital position at 16 degrees west, marking a significant milestone in the journey toward launching its first satellite.

Wi-flix recently marked its third anniversary, a significant achievement in the ever-changing landscape of OTT platforms. Over the years, the company navigated through various challenges, reaping valuable rewards along the journey. These experiences have been instrumental in the company's growth.

The potential disconnection of unregistered SIM cards post-December 31 is anticipated to adversely affect telecom companies' earnings, according to Telecom Namibia and MTC.

Powertel Communications, a subsidiary of State power utility Zesa Holdings, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding valued at $100 million for the modernization of its telecom network. The contract encompasses the implementation of a data transmission program in rural areas.