Hotspot Network, a ‘middle market’ telecom tower operator in Nigeria, has joined forces with Solarkiosk Solutions, which provides off-grid solar energy across Africa. Through the partnership, the two companies have launched a joint venture-Hotspot-Solarkiosk-focused on the communication landscape in underserved areas of the country. According to the two companies, the primary objective of the partnership […]
Read MoreIntelsat, a leading global operator of one of the largest integrated satellite and terrestrial networks, in coordination with Stellenbosch University and Johannesburg Correctional Services are now delivering high-quality educational content to female inmates across South Africa. This collaboration leverages the power of satellite technology to bring transformative educational resources to some of the most marginalized […]
Read MoreThe Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has issued a set of key performance indicators for the quality of service (QoS) of all telecommunications companies in the country. The commission’s new QoS Regulations 2024 define parameters for telcos’ 2G, 3G and 4G networks, including drop call rates, call setup success rate and traffic congestion, to improve service […]
Read MoreThe private and public sector players of Nigeria’s economy to needs to speedily address the security issues to surrounding the deployment of Artificial Intelligence (AI), for the nation to enjoy its myriads of benefits. Stakeholders at a one-day ICT Growth Conference organized by the Nigeria Information Technology Reporters’ Association (NITRA), and with the theme: “Impact […]
Read MoreThe Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on Thursday granted “Approval-in-Principle” for two Digital Assets Exchanges to commence operation under its Accelerated Regulatory Incubation Programme (ARIP). The commission said the move would deepen the capital market while guaranteeing the protection of investors. Five firms were also admitted to test their models and technology under the SEC’s […]
Read MoreThe ongoing linking of all Subscriber Identification Modules (SIMs) to National Identity Numbers (NINs) exercise by mobile telephone subscribers will end by September 14, 2024. Effective September 15, 2024, the Commission expects that no SIM operating in Nigeria will be without a valid NIN. The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), which announced the deadline today, in […]
Read MoreAirtel Nigeria has revealed that its sponsorship of the game show, ‘The Price is Right,’ will be delivered not only to its over 64 million subscribers but also to all Nigerians. According to the Chief Commercial Officer of Airtel Nigeria, Mr Femi Oshinlaja, the company’s decision to sponsor the show, in association with Smartcash Payment […]
Read MoreTelegram chief executive Pavel Durov has been arrested by French police at an airport north of Paris. Mr Durov was detained after his private jet had landed at Le Bourget Airport, French media reported. According to officials the 39-year-old billionaire was arrested under a warrant for offences related to the popular messaging app. The investigation […]
Read MoreCyber security and Governance Risk Compliance (GRC) company, Digital Encode and Artificial Intelligence (AI) firm, NeuRaL AI, have indicated interest in collaborating with ICT industry media body, the Nigeria Information Technology Reporters Association (NITRA), on its forthcoming annual multi-stakeholder conference. Also partnering with NITRA for this year’s event will be the Nigeria Internet Registration Association […]
Read MoreBob Lafite, Managing Executive Core Infrastructure at BCX examines the importance of long-term investment into South Africa’s connectivity ecosystem A reliable and capable connectivity ecosystem within South Africa has the potential to transform business efficiency, citizen service delivery, and drive the economy. As the South African Institute of International Affairs (SAIIA) highlights – connectivity is the backbone […]
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