Côte d'Ivoire launches CI-Alerte emergency alert system
29 April 2025
Ivorian authorities have officially adopted a new emergency alert system known as CI-Alerte, aimed at rapidly disseminating crucial information to the population during natural disasters, security threats, health crises, and other emergencies. This innovative system utilizes Cell Broadcast technology, an American solution that allows for geolocated alerts to be transmitted without the need for an internet connection.
The agreement for the CI-Alerte system was signed on April 22 in Abidjan between the Ivorian government and a consortium of American companies led by Fadox. The signing ceremony was attended by Kalil Konaté, Minister of Digital Transition and Digitization, along with Jessica Davis Ba, the US Ambassador to Côte d'Ivoire.
Find out more MTN Group reports cybersecurity incident affecting customer data
28 April 2025
MTN Group has announced a cybersecurity incident that resulted in unauthorized access to the personal information of some customers across certain markets. However, the telecommunications giant confirmed that its core network operations, billing systems, and financial services infrastructure remain secure and fully functional.
An unidentified third party has claimed responsibility for the breach, specifically indicating access to certain parts of MTN’s systems. At this point, there is no evidence suggesting that customer accounts or mobile money (MoMo) wallets have been directly compromised.
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Liberia turns to Côte d'Ivoire for internet stability during submarine cable repairs
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28 April 2025
Liberia is set to depend on Côte d'Ivoire for uninterrupted internet services while maintenance is carried out on its sole submarine cable. This repair work, scheduled to take place from 23-30 April, has prompted the Liberia Telecommunications Authority (LTA) to authorize collaboration between Csquared and Orange Liberia with Ivorian operators.
The LTA encouraged all service providers in Liberia to utilize these newly established cross-border fibre optic connections. The regulator expressed optimism that this intervention would help maintain stable services for end users throughout the repair period. The LTA also emphasized the importance of access, urging Csquared and Orange Liberia to provide other operators with equitable access to these connections.
Find out more National Water Institute in Benin receives Starlink connectivity boost
15 April 2025
The National Water Institute (INE) at the University of Abomey-Calavi in Benin has received a substantial enhancement to its digital capabilities thanks to a donation from CoinEx Charity, which is providing Starlink satellite broadband connectivity. This initiative addresses the longstanding issue of limited internet access that has significantly hindered academic and research development at the institution.
As a vital training and research centre specializing in water resource management, INE has faced serious challenges due to inadequate digital infrastructure. These obstacles have restricted both students and staff from accessing essential knowledge and participating in international academic collaborations, ultimately hampering research efforts and educational growth.
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