SATELLITE
15 December 2025
Africa is stepping into a new era. One defined not by the limits of its geography, but by the vast possibility of its skies. Mega satellite constellations could be the breakthrough that transforms connectivity from a stubborn challenge into a catalyst for continental acceleration.
A continent on the edge of a connectivity revolution
Standing on the outskirts of Nairobi, it’s not uncommon to see a teenager balancing a smartphone and a textbook, searching for an evasive and unreliable signal. This is the paradox of Africa today: a generation eager to plug into the global digital ecosystem, and an infrastructure network that too often leaves them buffering.
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09 December 2025
As African regulators enforce stricter data residency rules and digital economies mature, mobile network operators are being pushed to rethink the physical, legal and architectural foundations of their networks. The outcome is a shift from centralised data flows to distributed, sovereign infrastructure designed for performance, trust and long-term strategic resilience
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02 December 2025
Hormat Gulamova, Senior Sales Manager, Azercosmos, the Space Agency of the Republic of Azerbaijan
1. How does Azercosmos’ expanded service package via the Azerspace-1 and Azerspace-2 satellites enhance connectivity and digital development across Africa?
Azercosmos provides extensive C-band and Ku-band coverage across Africa through its dual satellites, connecting millions of people in areas where terrestrial networks are limited. The primary goal is to enable reliable connectivity to underserved regions, supporting sectors such as e-learning, healthcare, enterprise connectivity, and mobile backhaul. By expanding its service offerings, Azercosmos strengthens the digital infrastructure that underpins economic inclusion and innovation.
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06 November 2025
As Africa hosts the G20 for the first time, the continent faces a choice: build a unified digital future, or risk splintering into incompatible networks shaped by global rivalries. Spectrum harmonisation, open standards, and digital trust could determine whether Africa is a co-author of the 6G era — or just a late adopter.
When Africa hosts the G20 for the first time this year, the world’s attention will rightly focus on infrastructure and finance. But industry leaders warn that another, quieter battle could determine whether Africa’s digital future is inclusive or fragmented: the struggle over spectrum, standards, and trust.
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