Nigeria to bridge digital divide using NigComSat satellite

01 December 2025

The Nigerian government has unveiled a strategic initiative to boost digital inclusion by harnessing NigComSat, the country’s national satellite communications provider.

Authorities have announced a target to deliver internet connectivity to 20 million Nigerians, primarily in rural areas where terrestrial infrastructure remains insufficient.

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Ethio Telecom engages with Ethiopian education authorities to promote digital learning

20 November 2025

Ethio Telecom recently engaged in discussions with the Adama Education Bureau to explore the deployment of its digital education platform across public secondary schools in Ethiopia.

The focus was on presenting the Education Management System (EMS), a cloud-based platform designed to streamline teaching and administrative processes, as well as improve communication among teachers, students, and parents.

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Vanu partners with Amazon’s Project Kuiper

12 November 2025

Vanu, Inc., has announced a strategic partnership with Amazon’s low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite network, Project Kuiper. The collaboration aims to deliver affordable, high-quality mobile connectivity to remote regions in Africa, with an initial focus on southern Africa.

Vanu’s core mission is to bridge the global digital divide by connecting the unconnected. Its innovative coverage solutions already provide mobile access to millions in remote areas across multiple continents. By integrating Amazon’s expanding satellite constellation — over 150 satellites and counting — Vanu will significantly broaden its reach, leveraging Amazon’s trusted global brand and low-latency satellite connectivity.

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MTN Business Botswana and Ethica to launch intelligent connectivity solution

12 November 2025

MTN Business Botswana has announced a strategic partnership with Ethica aimed at enhancing the resilience and performance of managed business services.

The collaboration introduces MTN SDIA (Software Defined Intelligent Access), an innovative connectivity solution designed to provide businesses with reliable, uninterrupted internet access through intelligent automation.

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