Morocco mandates fibre optic connectivity for all new buildings
08 December 2025
Morocco has officially mandated that all new buildings and housing developments be equipped with fibre optic connections.
This new regulation was formalised through a joint decree published in the Official Bulletin No. 7454 on 6 November 2025, establishing minimum technical standards for connecting new infrastructure to public telecommunications networks. The initiative aims to modernise and enhance digital services nationwide.
Find out more Ghana approves roadside Fibre Chamber initiative
08 December 2025
The Ghanaian government has endorsed a pioneering initiative aimed at transforming the country’s digital landscape.
Described as “a bold and visionary step” by Sylvia Owusu-Ankomah, CEO of the Digital Chamber of Ghana, the move involves integrating fibre optic ducts and access chambers into all new road construction projects nationwide — eliminating the capital costs for telecom operators to lay fibre.
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Meta completes core construction of 2Africa subsea cable
08 December 2025
Meta has announced the completion of the core build of its 2Africa subsea cable system, a landmark achievement in one of the world’s largest connectivity initiatives.
The project, which is already expanding, aims to significantly boost internet capacity across Africa and connect the continent to the Middle East, South Asia, and Europe.
Find out more Eutelsat and du extend MENA broadcast services partnership
08 December 2025
Eutelsat and Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (du) have announced the renewal of their longstanding partnership to provide high-quality broadcasting services throughout the Middle East and North Africa (MENA).
du, a leading telecom and digital services provider, operates one of the most advanced teleports in the Middle East, supporting a broad spectrum of communication and media solutions for broadcasters, enterprises, and government agencies.
This multi-year renewal reaffirms du’s role as a key strategic partner for Eutelsat in the region, facilitating the distribution of a wide array of premium TV channels via the 7/8° West satellite position — MENA’s dominant broadcast orbital slot. Covering 95% of satellite households in the region and boasting the largest exclusive reach, the 7/8° West position remains the preferred choice for viewers due to its extensive content offerings.
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