Malawi to expand telecom infrastructure with 98 new towers
16 January 2026
Malawi is set to boost its telecommunications coverage this year through the construction of 98 new towers nationwide, a joint initiative led by the Malawi Communications Regulatory Authority (MACRA) and the Public Private Partnership Commission (PPPC). The project aims to enhance service quality and ensure more Malawians have access to reliable communication networks.
Patrick Kabambe, CEO of the PPPC, highlighted that this initiative is part of a broader effort to connect all citizens. “Soon, the Commission and MACRA will erect 98 towers across the country, which will greatly improve quality of service,” he stated during a meeting in Lilongwe on Wednesday, organized by MACRA.
Find out more DRC authorities threaten sanctions on telecom operators over service quality failures
13 January 2026
In a decisive move to address ongoing telecommunications disruptions, the Democratic Republic of Congo’s Council of Ministers has directed authorities to enforce penalties on mobile and fixed-line operators failing to meet established service quality standards.
During the January 9 meeting, President Félix Tshisekedi emphasized the importance of strict compliance with laws and regulations, urging the sector’s oversight bodies to take necessary measures against operators that violate quality, coverage, and user protection obligations.
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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.
Find out more Proactive threat hunting: securing Africa’s digital future
16 December 2025
Dalia Nabil, MEA Head of Pre-Sales,
Nokia Cloud and Network Services (CNS)
African operators are navigating a cyber landscape where threats evolve faster than traditional defences can react, making proactive discovery essential rather than optional. With AI-driven threat hunting now within reach, the region has a real opportunity to leapfrog outdated security models and build intelligence-led resilience from the ground up.
Many African operators and enterprises still rely on traditional reactive defences. What steps can they take to build a proactive threat discovery and hunting capability?
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