As enterprises and service providers navigate the complexities of modern connectivity, MEF is accelerating the adoption of Network-as-a-Service (NaaS). Artificial intelligence’s (AI) integration with NaaS is advancing this shift, enabling service providers to drive new business in meeting the emerging demands of enterprise.

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As we step into 2025, the telecom landscape in Sub-Saharan Africa presents both significant opportunities and challenges. In an exclusive interview with Telecom Review, Rajiv Aggarwal, Head of Sales, Sub-Saharan Africa, Cloud & Network Services at Nokia, reflects on key takeaways from 2024, the growing role of automation and AI, the escalating importance of security, and the trends set to shape the telecom industry in 2025. His insights offer a roadmap for navigating this rapidly evolving market.

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The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is at the forefront of innovation and global digital transformation, delivering next-generation digital services to enterprises and consumers. du, one of the country’s leading telecom and digital service providers, has demonstrated its commitment to advancing the 5G Advanced innovation and UAE’s digital landscape.

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MTN South Africa has unveiled a strategic alliance with Eseye, a prominent global Internet of Things (IoT) service provider. The objective of this collaboration is to initially implement Eseye's cutting-edge IoT solutions in South Africa, with intentions to later extend the service to 18 MTN-operated companies throughout Africa.

The partnership involves integrating Eseye’s IoT solutions with MTN’s existing infrastructure. Eseye’s engineering expertise and experience in deploying rapid IoT solutions will play a crucial role in this integration process.

Through this collaboration, MTN aims to bolster its IoT capabilities by leveraging Eseye's specialized knowledge in IoT connectivity. This strategic move will empower MTN to deliver a more comprehensive array of IoT services to its clientele.

One of the pivotal offerings facilitated by this partnership is a cloud-based platform, providing a centralized management solution for IoT devices. This platform will encompass features like remote provisioning, device oversight and analytics on both local and international scales.

Overall, the partnership between MTN South Africa and Eseye represents a significant stride in the proliferation of IoT solutions across Africa. With Eseye's expertise and MTN's extensive network, customers can anticipate an enriched suite of IoT services in the foreseeable future.

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