Nigerian telecoms face service disruptions due to transition to mew NIMC identity verification platform
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07 July 2025
Nigerian telecom operators are currently experiencing widespread SIM-related service outages following a directive from the National Identification Management Commission (NIMC) to adopt a new national identity verification platform.
The transition has impacted SIM swaps, replacements, and new activations, leading to technical issues that hinder real-time processes such as SIM registration and number porting.
Find out more Kenya’s mobile money market grows amid shifting market shares
03 July 2025
Kenya’s mobile money sector experienced notable growth in the first quarter of 2025, with subscriptions rising by 7.3% to reach 45.4 million users, according to the latest data from the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA).
The agency’s Third Quarter Sector Statistics Report for the 2024/2025 financial year, covering January to March 2025, revealed that this expansion has pushed the country’s mobile money penetration rate to 86.6%.
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Driving digital inclusion in South Africa: why global accessibility standards matter locally
02 July 2025
As the European Accessibility Act (EAA) comes into effect in June 2025, global organisations are rethinking how accessible their digital platforms really are. While the EAA doesn’t apply directly to South African businesses unless they operate in the EU, it raises important questions about how we approach digital inclusion at home.
Driving digital inclusion in South Africa requires a comprehensive approach that addresses both technological and contextual factors. Adopting global accessibility standards, along with investments in affordable technology, digital skills training, and accessible local content, is essential for creating a more equitable and inclusive digital society. This effort not only benefits people with disabilities but also contributes to broader economic and social development
Find out more SADC countries aim to fast-track broadband development by 2030
30 June 2025
Member nations of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) convened a two-day workshop on 24-25 June in Mbabane, Eswatini, to strategize on accelerating broadband infrastructure growth across the region by 2030.
The event brought together national regulators, policymakers, infrastructure specialists, and representatives from the International Telecommunications Union (ITU) and the Global Telecommunications Association (GSMA).
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