Oluniyi D. Ajao

CardBoardFish, the low-cost SMS specialist, today launched FishText, a mobile application that substantially reduces the cost of national and international ad-free texts from a mobile phone. FishText is Java-based and runs on most handsets. There is also a web-based version at www.FishText.com. Both bypass a mobile operator’s network and thus enable users to save money for every text message they send.

In an effort to enhance financial inclusion, Binance, a leading global blockchain and cryptocurrency infrastructure provider, announced on 18 October 2024, its initiative to enable cryptocurrency purchases via mobile money in several African countries. This service is now available in Benin, Cameroon, Ivory Coast, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Togo, and Senegal.

MultiChoice innovates to make streaming seamless as DTH, using AI for personalization and tackling data issues in Africa.

In a significant industry shift, MultiChoice, a leading African content provider, is at the forefront of integrating traditional direct-to-home (DTH) television

NAIROBI, Kenya – The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has announced stringent new regulations aimed at ensuring tax compliance for mobile devices in Kenya, effective from January 1, 2025. This move follows a public notice by the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) to bolster the integrity of mobile devices within the market.

The London Internet Exchange (LINX) plans to expand its services in Kenya by introducing a new Internet Exchange Point (IXP) in Mombasa. This move marks a significant development for internet infrastructure in East Africa, following the successful launch of LINX Nairobi a year ago.

NAPAfrica, Africa's top IXP, hits 4.5Tbps traffic, expands services with new tech and regional servers, boosting digital growth across Africa.

Saudi telecom giant Mobily has entered into a strategic partnership with Telecom Egypt to establish the first submarine cable directly linking Saudi Arabia with Egypt across the Red Sea. The move aims to enhance connectivity between the Middle East and Europe.

LINX boosts Africa's digital connectivity with new Accra hub, enhancing local and international network efficiency and reducing costs.

Teraco, a subsidiary of Digital Realty and a prominent provider of data centre services in Africa, has launched the construction of a new hyperscale data centre named JB7 at its Isando Campus in Ekurhuleni, east of Johannesburg. The project, which is set to enhance the company’s capacity by 40 megawatts (MW), is backed by a significant R8 billion syndicated loan.