Telecommunication
Analyzing global telecommunication trends, technological advances, and regulatory impacts.
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Telegram not working in Kenya, unless on VPN
Recent Telegram outages in Kenya raise concerns about internet freedom and need for transparency in government actions.
- Interesting Reads
The Mobile Economy in Sub-Saharan Africa: A Comprehensive 2023 Analysis
2023 report: Sub-Saharan Africa's mobile economy evolves from 3G to 4G/5G, boosting connectivity, digital transformation and economic growth.
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Safaricom Reports Impressive Growth in Fibre and Fixed Enterprise
Safaricom's Half Year 2024 results show a 29% revenue growth in Fibre services with expanding customer base.
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Safaricom’s Half-Year Results 2024: A Detailed Analysis
Safaricom reports robust half-year growth, driven by M-PESA and data services, amid strategic price reductions and expansion.
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Airtel is Rolling Out 5G Access in Kenya at Breakneck Speeds
Airtel Kenya accelerates 5G rollout, targeting 32 counties with competitive speeds and affordable plans by year's end.
- 24 Bit
Podcast: Discussing Safaricom Hook, A Fresh Take on Youth Digital Empowerment
Explore Safaricom Hook: empowering Kenya's youth with digital skills, career guidance, and cultural engagement in our latest podcast.
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Airtel Money Reduces Paybill and Bank Transfer Charges
Airtel Money in Kenya reduces paybill and wallet charges, enhancing digital payment affordability amid increasing e-citizen usage.
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MFS Africa and Madagascar’s MVola Partner to Enhance Financial Connectivity
MFS Africa partners with MVola, boosting financial inclusion and seamless international money transfers in Madagascar.
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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.
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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.
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Safaricom working with Apple to Extend M-Pesa Global Reach
Safaricom and Apple plan a partnership to expand M-Pesa globally, sparking speculation on integration possibilities.
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RFBENCHMARK, CX Touchpoints Partner to Boost Mobile Internet Quality in Africa
RFBENCHMARK and CX Touchpoints partner to enhance mobile internet quality and transparency in Africa, empowering users.
- Opinion
Meeting Capacity Challenges in African Mobile Networks with E-band and Long-Haul Solutions
Meeting African Mobile Network Capacity Challenges: E-band and Long-Haul Solutions by Ericsson for data growth and connectivity.
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TikTok, Telegram banned in Somalia Effective August 24th
Somalia bans TikTok, Telegram, 1XBET due to "terror propaganda, aligning with military offensive against Al-Shabaab".
- Business
Inaugural Africa Digital Transformation Strategy Summit to be Held in South Africa
Inaugural Africa Digital Summit in Cape Town; NOVACOM hosts; keynote by Google's Juliet Ehimuan; telecom focus.
