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.
Find out moreAfrica’s data centre industry grows amid challenges and opportunities
14 October 2025
Africa is experiencing a surge in interest from data centre investors, driven by the continent’s rapid digital transformation. However, despite this growing enthusiasm, the sector faces significant hurdles rooted in structural issues, according to a recent report by the Africa Data Centers Association (ADCA).
In early October, Raxio Group celebrated the opening of a $30 million data centre in Angola, marking a key milestone in its expansion efforts supported by $100 million in funding from the International Finance Corporation (IFC). This development underscores the increasing investment activity in Africa’s promising data infrastructure sector.
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Ericsson to showcase technological innovations at MWC Kigali 2025
13 October 2025
Ericsson is participating at Mobile World Congress (MWC) Kigali 2025, scheduled to take place from October 21-23, 2025, in Rwanda, under the theme “What's next for Africa” at its partner’s booth.
Reaffirming its long-term commitment to Africa’s digital transformation, Ericsson will showcase how advanced connectivity, energy-efficient solutions, and financial inclusion technologies are driving growth, innovation, and inclusivity across the continent. Experts from Ericsson will participate in the event to engage and discuss with industry partners and customers to drive innovation across Africa’s evolving technology ecosystem.
Find out more LINX launches new interconnection hub in Accra, Ghana
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10 October 2025
The London Internet Exchange (LINX) has announced that its new interconnection point in Accra, Ghana, is now operational, representing LINX’s first presence in West Africa.
This development signifies a major step in the organisation’s mission to improve interconnection, bolster digital infrastructure, and enhance the end-user internet experience across the continent.
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