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The world is undergoing a profound transformation as digital technologies revolutionize societies worldwide. Nations, businesses, and communities are increasingly integrating with the digital landscape and leveraging innovative technologies such as artificial intelligence, cloud computing, big data, 5G, blockchain, and the Internet of Things (IoT). These advancements are redefining industries, unlocking new business opportunities, and addressing critical global challenges in healthcare access, economic inequality, and environmental sustainability.

Kenya is strengthening its collaboration with Malaysia and technology giant Ericsson to promote innovation, attract investment in the IT sector, and accelerate the country’s digital transformation.

 Over six weeks, Huawei's TECH4ALL digital inclusion initiative trained 290 youth—143 women and 147 men—providing them with essential digital skills in computer literacy, digital marketing, entrepreneurship, financial literacy, and cybersecurity. This training empowers them to navigate the digital world safely and confidently.

Telecom Egypt, a prominent telecommunications firm, has partnered with Huawei to lead the way in innovative technologies, a significant stride towards enhancing core network construction across Egypt. This partnership includes the largest fixed-network IMS in Africa and the lightweight SBC based on bare-metal, supporting the deployment of simplified voice core network that is energy-effective in the future. In addition, Telecom Egypt is preparing the brand new cloudified ENUM to fulfill the potential growth for VoBB in the coming years.

Starlink, SpaceX’s low-Earth orbit (LEO) satellite operator, has officially launched services in Niger and obtained an operating license for Chad. According to Niger’s Ministry of Communications, Starlink is now available for purchase, with kits for residential and corporate use. However, sharing kits is prohibited, and purchasers are held responsible for any misuse.

The African Telecommunications Union (ATU) plays a pivotal role in shaping the continent's digital landscape. As a specialized institution under the African Union (AU), its mission is to drive the growth of telecommunications and information and communication technologies (ICTs) across Africa, focusing on improving connectivity and ensuring universal access.

In a bold move to strengthen the digital landscape, the "WE INNOVATE" initiative stands as a testament to the critical role of cybersecurity and innovation in shaping the future. As technology advances at an unprecedented pace, safeguarding digital environments is more crucial than ever to unlock the full potential of emerging innovations.

ZTE Corporation, a global leading provider of integrated information and communication technology (ICT) solutions, has unveiled its expanded artificial intelligence (AI) smartphone lineup under its ‘AI for All’ product strategy.

The Africa Group of Six (G6)—which includes Airtel, Axian Telecom, Ethio Telecom, MTN, Orange, and Vodacom—has made notable progress in expanding mobile coverage across sub-Saharan Africa. However, 60% of those in covered areas, approximately 710 million people, remain disconnected due to the high cost of mobile devices.

By Chip Strange, Chief Strategy Officer at Ookla