Airtel Africa and SpaceX to launch Starlink D2C satellite connectivity across 14 markets
19 December 2025
Airtel Africa has announced a landmark partnership with SpaceX to introduce Starlink’s Direct-to-Cell satellite connectivity across its 14 markets, which collectively serve 174 million customers.
This collaboration aims to provide network access via Starlink’s satellite system for Airtel customers with compatible smartphones in regions lacking terrestrial coverage, making it the largest 4G connectivity provider in Africa by geographic reach.
Find out more Tpay becomes Egypt’s approved provider for mobile-based government payments
19 December 2025
Egyptian fintech firm Tpay has secured approval from the National Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (NTRA) to operate as the country’s official Direct Operator Billing (DCB) provider for government-related transactions.
The agreement, signed by Tpay CEO Ahmed Nabil and NTRA President Mohamed Shamroukh, grants Tpay the authority to enable citizens to pay for various government services — such as electricity bills, traffic fines, and civil registration fees — using their mobile phone balance or monthly mobile bill. This initiative aims to streamline payments for public services by removing the need for bank cards or in-person visits, making transactions more accessible and convenient.
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Econet Wireless Zimbabwe to voluntarily delist from ZSE
19 December 2025
Econet Wireless Zimbabwe Limited has announced its intention to voluntarily delist from the Zimbabwe Stock Exchange (ZSE), pending shareholder approval.
The decision follows a board resolution and a cautionary notice issued on 3 December 2025, as the company seeks to address valuation issues and unlock shareholder value.
Find out more Smart Africa and The Gambia to launch digital skills training
18 December 2025
Smart Africa and The Gambia’s Ministry of Communications and Digital Economy have formalized a partnership to implement the Smart Africa Digital Academy (SADA) in The Gambia. The agreement was signed during the Transform Africa Summit 2025.
The partnership aims to enhance coordinated capacity-building, foster stakeholder engagement, and align digital skills development with the country’s national transformation goals. SADA The Gambia will offer training and development programs targeting policymakers, public sector leaders, youth, and women, equipping them with essential digital skills to support an inclusive, future-ready economy.
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