Bayobab partners with Seekr Technologies to boost AI services across Africa
20 October 2025
MTN’s digital infrastructure subsidiary, Bayobab, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Seekr Technologies. The partnership aims to deliver AI-as-a-service (AIaaS) to both private and public organisations throughout Africa, integrating these offerings with Bayobab’s existing connectivity services.
Under the agreement, Bayobab will utilise Seekr’s Flow AIaaS platform to rapidly deploy and expand AI models in a cost-efficient manner, enhancing current and future digital and connectivity solutions. The collaboration will also focus on enabling digital governance, citizen engagement, and public safety initiatives within the public sector. Additionally, the partnership intends to provide AI-driven insights for sectors such as financial services, logistics, and energy, leveraging Bayobab’s data centres and investment programs.
Find out more Algeria moves toward eSIM adoption
16 October 2025
Algerian Minister of Post and Telecommunications, Sid Ali Zerrouki, chaired a key meeting on 13 October to discuss integrating virtual SIM cards (eSIM) into the country’s mobile services.
Recognized as a significant technological advancement, eSIM is expected to enhance the mobile user experience by enabling multiple phone lines on a single device without physical SIM cards.
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Nokia extends strategic partnership with Vodafone
15 October 2025
Nokia has announced the continuation of its role as Vodafone’s strategic partner in Europe and Africa, reaffirming its commitment through a five-year radio access network (RAN) investment program.
This extension follows Nokia’s recent agreement with VodafoneThree, part of Europe's largest privately funded telecommunications infrastructure project. The partnership aims to support Vodafone’s vision of delivering advanced connectivity solutions across the two continents, fostering an inclusive and sustainable digital society.
Find out more Vodafone and Ericsson announce strategic five-year partnership to modernise network infrastructure
14 October 2025
Vodafone has entered into a five-year strategic alliance with Ericsson to overhaul its network infrastructure across multiple key markets. The collaboration aims to leverage Ericsson’s advanced programmable network solutions to enhance Vodafone’s connectivity offerings.
As part of the agreement, Ericsson will serve as Vodafone’s exclusive RAN vendor in Ireland, the Netherlands, and Portugal, while also playing a significant role in Germany, Romania, and Egypt. This partnership deepens an already longstanding relationship, signalling Vodafone’s commitment to future-proofing its network capabilities.
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