Burkina Faso advances toward zero white zones
23 December 2025
Burkina Faso has taken another significant step toward its goal of eliminating telecommunications “white zones” by 2027, as the Nakambe region recently hosted a regional exchange workshop focused on extending network coverage to underserved communities.
Held on 17 December 2025, the event is part of the national “Zero White Zone on the Horizon 2027” initiative spearheaded by the Ministry of Digital Transition, Posts and Electronic Communications (MTDPCE), through the General Directorate of Electronic Communications (DGCE).
Find out more Airtel Zambia launches $107 million nationwide network expansion
22 December 2025
Airtel Zambia has announced a $107 million plan to expand and upgrade its network across the country. The initiative aims to enhance coverage, improve service reliability, and deliver a better customer experience nationwide.
The company plans to deploy 406 additional network sites, targeting congestion reduction, expanded coverage, and increased resilience in high-demand and critical areas such as schools, hospitals, and clinics. Currently, 121 sites are operational, with the remaining 285 scheduled for completion by March 2026.
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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.
Find out more Algeria plans new submarine cable to boost internet speeds and capacity
18 December 2025
Algeria is set to connect to a new submarine fibre optic cable to enhance internet speeds across the country. The project was announced on December 15 by Sid Ali Zerrouki, Minister of Post and Telecommunications, during a radio interview.
The Algerian Press Service (APS) reported that the foundation stone for the new cable will be laid within the next two days. However, no specific details were provided about the infrastructure’s name, capacity, cost, technical partners, or timeline for commissioning.
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