Ethio Telecom and ZTE to expand rural connectivity in Ethiopia
26 November 2025
Ethio Telecom and ZTE have announced the successful deployment of 152 new rural base stations across Ethiopia’s most remote regions.
These stations now deliver 2G, 3G, and 4G mobile coverage to over one million residents living in underserved areas. Ethio Telecom has been implementing ZTE’s comprehensive Rural Ecosystem solution, which includes EcoSite low-power, multi-band outdoor base stations equipped with microwave backhaul, alongside EcoEnergy solar-powered energy solutions featuring smart lithium batteries. Additionally, the EcoDevice module provides affordable smartphones, customer premises equipment, and MiFi devices, ensuring that even distant users can access the network.
Find out more Namibia celebrates launch of first rural network tower in Epinga
25 November 2025
The Ministry of Information and Communication Technology (MICT) of Namibia has marked an important milestone in rural connectivity with the launch of the country’s first network tower in Epinga village, Ohangwena Region.
This event is part of Namibia’s national initiative to expand digital access and bridge the connectivity gap in underserved rural communities.
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Namibia opens first USF-funded telecom tower
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24 November 2025
Namibian officials announced on 19 November the inauguration of the country’s first telecommunications tower financed by the Universal Service Fund (USF).
Situated in Epinga, in the rural Ohangwena region, this new infrastructure aims to deliver 4G voice and data services to communities that have historically lacked access to commercial coverage.
Find out more Airtel Malawi launches 5G services
21 November 2025
Airtel Malawi has officially inaugurated its 5G network in several districts, alongside the nationwide rollout of Voice over LTE (VoLTE) for its existing 4G network.
The 5G service is now active on 56 sites across ten districts, including Lilongwe, Blantyre, Mzuzu City, Kasungu, Mangochi, Mchinji, Mzimba, and Zomba.
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