Nov/Dec 2018
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In The Spotlight
Vodacom Expands Presence in Tanzania with £22 Million Acquisition of Smile Communications
In a significant move within the telecom industry, Vodacom Tanzania has announced the acquisition of Smile Communications Tanzania Limited, further solidifying its position in the market. The deal, valued at TZS 68.8 billion (£22 million/€25 million), marks a strategic investment by Vodacom to enhance its service offerings and expand its reach across Tanzania.
Niger Intends to Establish a Free-Roaming Agreement with Togo
Niger and Togo are poised to ink a free-roaming pact, enabling travelers to access electronic communication services seamlessly between the two nations. This development follows similar agreements between Togo and other states like Mali and Benin. Benin and Togo initiated their free roaming deal in October 2023, scheduled to commence in January 2024.
South Africa’s Regulator Releases Draft Spectrum Plans
South Africa's telecom regulator, ICASA, has released draft plans for managing radio frequency spectrum. These include a Radio Frequency Migration Plan (RFMP) and an International Mobile Telecommunication roadmap (IMT-R), now open for public consultation. ICASA states that these drafts aim to ensure proper coordination and alignment of radio frequency spectrum allocation in South Africa.
Africa's Tech Revolution: 'Big 6' Operators Unite for Connectivity
Africa stands at a pivotal moment as the uptake of connectivity services skyrockets, driven by its vast and youthful population. The continent's six major operator groups—Airtel Africa, Axian Telecom, Ethio Telecom, MTN, Orange, and Vodacom—are leading the charge, joining forces to forge closer collaborations with governments.
BoFiNet’s UPICtv Teams Up with Mangomolo for NOW! OTT Video Platform
Mangomolo, a top-tier provider of comprehensive OTT video platforms worldwide, has been selected by UPICtv—the commercial arm of Botswana Fibre Networks (BoFiNet) for OTT services—to provide a complete solution to simplify and speed up the distribution of OTT video content throughout Botswana, specifically for The Ministry of Youth, Gender, Sport & Culture (MYSC). Mangomolo’s end-to-end OTT video management platform enables MYSC to deliver its NOW! online channel across multiple devices with an optimized viewer experience.
Ericsson and Orange Egypt Embark on Transformative Journey
Ericsson has been selected by Orange Egypt as a strategic partner to accelerate its digital transformation and build a resilient architecture across its network. The collaboration seeks to enable superior service experiences for consumers and streamline partner ecosystem.
Benin and Ghana Announce Free Roaming Initiative to Slash Communication Costs
In a move aimed at easing communication expenses for travelers between Benin and Ghana, both nations are set to roll out a free-roaming initiative starting July 1, 2024.
Open Access Fibre: The When, Where and How
By Ken Campbell, Managing Partner in the London office of PMP Strategy and Nicolas Pillon, Associate Partner in the Montreal office of PMP Strategy
Bridging the Connectivity Divide: Leveraging Infrastructure Sharing for Inclusive Access in Africa
In today's digital age, access to reliable and affordable internet connectivity is crucial for driving socioeconomic development. However, across the African continent, millions of individuals still lack access to basic internet services. This digital divide not only limits individual opportunities but also hampers overall economic growth and development. To address this issue, leveraging infrastructure sharing offers a promising solution. By optimizing existing infrastructure and fostering collaboration among stakeholders, Africa can bridge the connectivity gap and unlock the full potential of its digital economy.
Egypt and Huawei Forge Strategic Partnership to Propel Digital Talent Development
In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, talent emerges as the cornerstone of progress. Demonstrating a steadfast commitment to nurturing this vital resource, Egypt’s Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT) has unveiled an array of initiatives aimed at positioning the nation at the forefront of the digital revolution.
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du and Huawei Collaborate to Advance 5.5G Journey
During Mobile World Congress (MWC 2024), Toni Eid, Founder of Telecom Review Group and CEO of Trace Media International, engaged in an exclusive discourse with Saleem Alblooshi, CTO of du, and Eric Zhao, Vice President and CMO of Huawei Wireless Solution to share their perspectives on the progress of the 5G industry, particularly the commercial launch of 5G-Advanced (5G-A or 5.5G).
Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison's Techco Transformation
In an exclusive interview at the Mobile World Congress 2024 in Barcelona, Spain, Tony Eid, CEO of Telecom Review Group conversed with Vikram Sinha, President Director and CEO of Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison (IOH), gathering insights into Indosat's journey towards techco status.
Personalized Learning with Digital Tools: Beyond Traditional Instruction
Iris De Brito, Senior Researcher with the West African Digital Governance Forum, UNU EGOV, gave an exclusive interview with Telecom Review Africa, with a focus on exploring the key challenges that developing countries face in making ICTs accessible in remote rural areas. She detailed the role of ICT in empowering disadvantaged individuals and communities and contributing to their social and economic inclusion. Also, she gave her perspective on the impact of digital technologies on socioeconomic development, particularly for women and girls in remote rural areas of developing countries.
