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.
Find out more 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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Zambia partners with UNDP to connect 751 health facilities
11 November 2025
The Zambian government, through the Smart Zambia Institute's e-government division, has signed a strategic agreement with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) to expand internet connectivity to 751 health facilities nationwide.
This collaboration is a key component of the Smart Health Systems (SHS) project, designed to modernise and strengthen the country's digital health infrastructure.
Find out more Charting the course from telco to techco in Africa
07 November 2025
Ante Mihovilovic, Vice President and Head of Networks at Ericsson Europe, Middle East and Africa
Africa’s telecom industry is at a major inflection point. Connectivity alone is no longer enough – companies and ecosystems now expect intelligent, agile and technology-driven networks.
The shift from traditional telecom operators who provide just connectivity to full-fledged technology companies who deliver a broad suite of digital services is not just a vision; it’s already happening, and it’s being powered by AI, automation, cloud and data-driven operations. The operators who adapt the fastest will lead the next decade of digital growth on the continent.
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