From Lagos to Nairobi

The deployment marks a major step toward closing Somalia’s digital divide and enabling broader participation in the digital economy. SpaceX’s satellite internet service, Starlink, has officially launched in Somalia, marking a significant step toward improving connectivity in one of the world’s least connected nations. The service, which uses a network of low-Earth orbit satellites to…

The NETP is designed to leverage telecommunications to improve the country’s disaster risk management. The Government of Namibia has unveiled two major initiatives aimed at accelerating the nation’s digital transformation and strengthening disaster preparedness: the National Digital Strategy (NDS) and the Emergency Telecommunications Plan (ETP). The NDS sets out a roadmap to harness digital technologies…

Raddy and Wingu Unite to Drive East Africa’s Digital Future. Raddy Digital Solutions, a leading provider of ICT infrastructure and connectivity solutions in East Africa, has announced a strategic partnership with Wingu Data Centre to boost fibre connectivity across Tanzania. The collaboration aims to enhance internet speed, reliability, and access, supporting the country’s growing demand…

Nigeria has become the first African country to launch the Africa-BB-Maps broadband initiative, a project aimed at expanding high-speed internet access and improving digital connectivity across the continent. The initiative seeks to provide accurate broadband infrastructure maps, enabling better planning, investment, and policy-making in the telecommunications sector. By offering detailed data on network coverage, gaps,…

Breaking into Tech for Financial Freedom explores how individuals can leverage opportunities in the technology sector to achieve financial independence. The tech industry, known for high demand, competitive salaries, and diverse career paths, has become a promising route for those seeking stable income and long-term wealth growth. One of the key appeals is accessibility. Unlike…

In the first half of 2025, African start-ups secured a combined $640 million in funding, with Nigeria emerging as the top-performing country, according to a new investment report tracking the continent’s tech ecosystem. The data highlights resilience in Africa’s start-up scene despite a challenging global investment climate and lingering macroeconomic headwinds. Nigeria’s dominance was underscored…