Zambia accelerates digital transformation with new strategic guidelines

18 November 2025

Zambia is fast-tracking its service delivery efforts through innovation and inclusiveness, as the Ministry of Community Development and Social Services announced three key strategic guidelines.

The documents — namely the Ministerial Digital Strategy, the Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Guidelines, and the ICT Security Guidelines — highlight the critical role of effective service delivery amid ongoing digital transformation, according to the Ministry.

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Airtel Africa Telesonic partners with Nokia to build mega terrestrial fibre network across Africa

11 November 2025

Airtel Africa has announced a strategic partnership with Nokia to develop a high-capacity terrestrial fibre network spanning East and Central Africa.

The project, unveiled at AfricaCom’s 28th edition, aims to connect multiple countries and link submarine cables to terrestrial infrastructure, significantly enhancing digital connectivity across the continent.

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African leaders and global partners call for people-centred AI governance

11 November 2025

As the G20 Leaders' Summit approaches in Johannesburg later this month, African civil-society leaders, policymakers, and international partners are actively advocating for an inclusive, people-focused approach to artificial intelligence (AI) governance.

They emphasise the importance of aligning AI development with principles of economic dignity, resilient growth, and equitable participation.

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Paratus Group launches “Paratus 500”

10 November 2025

Paratus Group has announced the launch of “Paratus 500,” marking a significant milestone following its recent expansion into seven additional African markets — including Eswatini, Kenya, Malawi, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda, and Zimbabwe.

With this development, Paratus is now licensed to operate in 15 African countries, making it one of the first pan-African telecom companies to cover over 500 million people south of the equator — accounting for more than one-third of Africa’s population and GDP.

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