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  • Published on 11:03 GMT

    Bezos’ latest win over Starlink didn’t happen in space, it happened in Elon Musk’s home country

    Starlink had the rockets, the satellites and the customers. It entered commercial service years ahead of Amazon and built the world’s largest low-Earth orbit satellite network while its rival was still preparing for launch. In South Africa, however, the …

    Source: Business Insider Africa - Neutral
  • Published on Jul 14, 2026

    Paratus Botswana, Eutelsat showcase resilient connectivity and redefine how mining connects in southern Africa

    Shawn Bruwer, Managing Director of Paratus Botswana, with a delegate. Paratus Botswana and Eutelsat showcased resilient, integrated connectivity solutions for mining during the Future of Mining Summit 2026, as southern Africa’s mining sector continues to …

    Source: ITWeb - Pending
  • Published on Jul 7, 2026

    BOTSWANA SEEKS NEW ECONOMIC PARTNERSHIP WITH ZIMBABWE

    Botswana has approached Zimbabwe to establish an enhanced economic partnership, coinciding with Botswana's significant economic shift aimed at reducing its dependency on diamonds and exploring new avenues for growth. This emerged over the weekend when …

    Source: Namibian Broadcasting Corporation - Pro-Government
  • Published on Jul 14, 2026

    Powertel, Paratus launch Fiber Optic Corridor

    Powertel Communications and Paratus Zimbabwe have officially launched the first phase of a major cross-border fiber optic project, marking a significant leap forward in Southern Africa’s digital infrastructure. The newly operational route, now carrying …

    Source: Weekend Post-Insightful - Pending
  • Published on Jul 4, 2026

    Botswana keen on joint investments with Zim

    Vice President Dr Constantino Chiwenga (right) welcomes Botswana Vice President Ndaba Nkosinathi Gaolathe who paid a courtesy call on him at his offices in Harare yesterday. — Picture: Charles Muchakagara. Mukudzei Chingwere-Senior Reporter BOTSWANA has …

    Source: The Sunday News - Gov't Propaganda
  • Published on Jul 3, 2026

    With Botswana, US-Led Artemis Accords Reach 68 Nations As Geospace Race Shifts From Moon Landings To Rule-Making

    On June 25, 2026, Botswana signed the Artemis Accords, becoming the 68th country to commit to the United States-led framework for peaceful lunar exploration. It was a routine diplomatic ceremony by the standards of modern space diplomacy, except that there …

    Source: International Business Times Singapore - Pending
  • Published on Jul 13, 2026

    Standard Bank Africa chief calls out leaders who exploit anti-immigration protests

    Share current article via EmailShare current article via FacebookShare current article via TwitterShare current article via LinkedIn Story audio is generated using AI Standard Bank Africa regions CEO Lungisa Fuzile has called out political leaders who seek …

    Source: Business Day - Neutral
  • Published on Jul 7, 2026

    South Africa’s Starlink dispute deepens as minister rejects claims of policy influence

    Communications Minister Solly Malatsi has rejected claims that proposed reforms to South Africa’s telecommunications licensing framework were influenced by Elon Musk’s satellite internet company, insisting the policy changes were already part of the …

    Source: Business Insider Africa - Neutral
  • Published on Jul 8, 2026

    Powertel, Paratus activate cross-border fibre network linking Zimbabwe to Southern Africa

    Powertel Communications has taken a major step towards becoming a leading Internet Service Provider (ISP) after the first phase of its landmark cross-border fibre partnership with Paratus Zimbabwe went live. The project has activated a new high-capacity …

    Source: New Zimbabwe - Pending
  • Published on Jul 11, 2026

    Pride in a time of anti-rights backlash

    For a movement that spent decades measuring its progress in newly recognised rights, the 2026 Pride season is telling a harder story. In country after country, backlash is clawing back ground previously gained. Governments are criminalising LGBTQI+ …

    Source: Lens Civicus - Pending
  • Published on Jul 6, 2026

    BTC profit plunges as rising costs bite

    The listed telecommunications operator reported profit before tax of P146.2 million, which is a 45% decline from P266.6 million recorded in the previous financial year. Revenue slipped 1.6 percent to P1.47 billion from P1.49 billion, reflecting continued …

    Source: MMEGI - Neutral
  • Published on Jul 5, 2026

    SACU’s Trade Tax Paradox

    As Botswana looks beyond diamonds, SACU’s import-duty model raises a difficult question: can a region build export competitiveness while taxing the productive imports that make exports possible? By Dr. Douglas Rusbash The recent Southern African Customs …

    Source: Botswana Gazette - Neutral
  • Published on Jul 6, 2026

    Powertel, Paratus Zimbabwe switch on new digital highway

    From left: Shareholder Mutapa Investment Fund, represented by Tinashe Yafele (Head of Energy and Trading); Miriam Chahuruva, Powertel Board Chairperson; Willard Nyagwande, Powertel Acting Managing Director; and Martin Cox, Paratus Group CCO. Powertel …

    Source: ITWeb - Pending
  • Published on Jul 8, 2026

    U.S. International Trade in Goods and Services, May 2026

    Explanatory Notes Goods (Census basis) Data for goods on a Census basis are compiled from the documents collected by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and reflect the movement of goods between foreign countries and the 50 states, the District of …

    Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis - Gov't Institution
  • Published on Jul 1, 2026

    Jerry Soko Named MTN Eswatini CEO After Acting Stint

    MTN Group has appointed Jerry Soko as the Chief Executive Officer of MTN Eswatini, effective July 1, 2026, marking another key leadership appointment as the telecommunications company advances its Ambition 2030 growth strategy. Soko, who has led MTN …

    Source: TechTrendsKE - Neutral
  • Published on Jul 7, 2026

    President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah’s state visit to China: Namibia’s strategic moment in a changing world

    Paul T. Shipale (with inputs by Folito Nghitongovali Diawara Gaspar) The official visit of Her Excellency President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah reflects the enduring Comprehensive Strategic Cooperative Partnership between Namibia and China, built on mutual …

    Source: Windhoek Observer - Neutral
  • Published on Jul 3, 2026

    Powertel join Paratus Zimbabwe to launch new digital highway

    L to R: Shareholder Mutapa Investment Fund, represented by Mr. Tinashe Yafele (Head of Energy and Trading); Powertel Board Chairperson: Mrs. Miriam Chahuruva; Powertel Acting Managing Director: Mr. Willard Nyagwande; Paratus Group CCO: Mr. Martin Cox …

    Source: NewsDay Zimbabwe - Neutral
  • Published on Jul 1, 2026

    MTN Eswatini confirms Jerry as CEO

    Reading Time: 2 minutesMTN Eswatini has confirmed the appointment of Jerry Soko as its substantive Chief Executive Officer (CEO), handing the seasoned telecommunications executive a two-year contract effective from today after serving as acting CEO for …

    Source: Eswatini Observer - Pending
  • Published on Jun 29, 2026

    BTC FY revenue decreases by nearly 2%, net profit dips as investment rises

    Botswana Telecommunications Corporation (BTC) said its revenue dipped by 1.6 percent to BWP 1.47 billion in the financial year ended March from BWP 1.49 billion a year earlier. Net profit fell to BWP 113.34 million from BWP 206.72 million, reflecting …

    Source: Telecompaper - Neutral

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