From Lagos to Nairobi

Safaricom, Kenya’s largest telecommunications operator, has reintroduced its “Internet by the Hour” data bundles, allowing customers to access affordable, time-based internet packages. The service enables users to purchase data that lasts for a fixed duration—such as one hour—instead of being charged per megabyte or for a fixed data volume. This initiative targets price-sensitive customers and…

The Ethiopian government has signaled a slowdown in its plans to privatize a significant portion of Ethio Telecom, the state-owned telecommunications operator. Initially, Ethiopia had been pursuing an ambitious economic reform agenda aimed at liberalizing its telecom sector, including issuing new licenses to foreign operators and partially privatizing Ethio Telecom to attract foreign investment, boost…

Nigeria’s economic transformation is being driven by a new wave of innovative professionals across various industries. These individuals are leveraging technology, creativity, and entrepreneurship to solve pressing challenges while boosting the nation’s global competitiveness. From tech entrepreneurs and fintech innovators to agribusiness leaders and healthcare disruptors, their efforts are fostering sustainable growth and creating employment…

Digital Realty, a global leader in cloud- and carrier-neutral data center solutions, has further expanded its footprint in Nigeria by unveiling its third data center facility in Lagos. This strategic development underscores the company’s commitment to advancing Nigeria’s digital economy and meeting the rising demand for data hosting, cloud services, and digital infrastructure across West…

Nigeria’s digital economy is expanding rapidly, but industry leaders stress that greater investment in Internet Exchange Points (IXPs) is essential to unlock its full potential. IXPs, which allow local networks to exchange traffic directly without routing through international servers, are key to improving connectivity, reducing costs, and enhancing user experience across the country. Currently, Nigeria…

Nigeria is stepping up its data protection regime, signaling stricter rules for financial services, technology companies, and other sectors that handle sensitive consumer information. The move is part of broader efforts to align with global standards on data privacy, strengthen consumer trust, and attract investment in the country’s digital economy. The Nigeria Data Protection Commission…