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Africa Data Centres and DFC Forge Partnership to Boost Ghana’s ICT Infrastructure

Africa Data Centres and DFC partner, investing $300 million in a pioneering Ghanaian data centre, boosting the nation's tech industry.

Safaricom Finalizes Full Ownership of M-Pesa Holding Co. from Vodafone

Safaricom acquires full M-Pesa Holding ownership, boosting Africa's mobile money services and financial inclusion through technology.

Airtel Launches Rwanda’s Most Affordable 4G Smartphone for just $17

Airtel Africa's 4G smartphone, priced at just $16.5, aims to connect 1 million Rwandans, boosting digital inclusion.

TransUnion Africa Partners with Chenosis to Boost Financial Inclusion Using Telecom Data

TransUnion Africa and Chenosis partner, using telecom data to enhance credit access in sub-Saharan Africa.

African Mobile Giants Unite for Digital Inclusion: CEOs Pledge Collaboration at MWC Kigali

African mobile CEOs unite at MWC Kigali, pledging investment, policy reform, and partnership for continental digital inclusion.

Orange and Smart Africa Set the Stage for a Tech-Driven Future in Africa at MWC Kigali

At MWC Kigali, Orange and Smart Africa initiate a partnership boosting digital skills and entrepreneurship for African youth.

Kenya to launch $40 Smartphones on October 30th, CS Owalo announces at MWC Kigali

Kenya announces $40 smartphones, focusing on local assembly, digital literacy, and extensive internet infrastructure, at MWC Kigali conference.

Kigali Hosts GSMA MWC 2023, Unveils Plans to Bridge Africa’s Mobile Usage Gap

MWC Kigali 2023 focuses on bridging Africa's mobile gap, despite rapid growth; affordability, literacy remain challenges.

Tech4Dev Welcomes 119 Kenyan Women to the Women Techsters Fellowship

Tech4Dev fellowship admits 119 Kenyan women, bridging gender gaps in tech, fostering economic growth across Africa.

Ericsson Inaugurates 5G Core Excellence Center in Africa and the Middle East

Ericsson new 5G Core Excellence Center in Middle East, Africa fosters innovation, collaboration, and advanced 5G exploration.

Safaricom Hook – “S-Hook” – Reinvents What Used to Be BLAZE, in partnership with PLP

Safaricom launches Hook, empowering Kenyan youth through technology, career guidance, and cultural engagement via digital platforms.

Kenyans to Pay for Huduma Services On Top Of Convenience Fee

Kenyans will pay new fees for government services at Huduma Centers, aiming to boost revenue and efficiency.

Faraja BNPL Company Taps Singapore AI for Enhanced Credit Decisions

EDOMx partners with finbotsAI, integrating AI into FARAJA BNPL service, enhancing credit decisions, and expanding financial inclusion.

Liquid Intelligent Technologies and wingu.africa Boost Tanzania’s Digital Transformation with Second Azure Stack

Liquid Intelligent and wingu.africa launch Tanzania second Azure HCI stack, enhancing digital transformation for local businesses.

DSTV Stream in Mauritius Introduces Flexible Budget Packages

MultiChoice partners with Mauritius Telecom, launching budget-flexible DStv Stream, potentially influencing broader African market strategy.

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