Africa Telecom Industry Newswire

Airtel Africa Roars Back to Profitability with $661M Surge in FY2025 as Nigerian Market Powers Turnaround

After navigating a challenging financial landscape in the prior year, Airtel Africa has staged a powerful comeback, reporting a pre-tax profit of $661 million for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2025.  This milestone marks a remarkable turnaround from the …

How Rich Nigerians Are Making Money in 2025 – Secret Investments You Haven’t Heard Of

In 2025, wealthy Nigerians are building their fortunes through traditional and emerging investment avenues, including lesser-known or “secret” opportunities contributing to their growing wealth. Here are the key ways rich Nigerians are generating income …

Communications Sectors Remain Highly Targeted by DDoS Attacks Across North Africa - NETSCOUT

 The ICT sector in the countries of North Africa is well developed, with Morocco leading the continent in internet usage at 92.2%, followed by Libya at 88.5% and Tunisia at 84.9%. It should come as no surprise then that the region’s ICT sector also  …

Tariff hike: Nigeria’s internet users decline — NCC

Nigeria’s telecommunications sector witnessed a notable decline in internet users following a 50 per cent tariff hike on voice, data, and SMS services implemented in January 2025. According to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), the Nigerian Communications …

Nigerian Communications Commission Staff Threaten Legal Action Over 'Sham' Promotion Exercise, Allege Favouritism, Fraud,...

Staff of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) have raised damning allegations against the Commission’s leadership, claiming that the March 2025 staff promotion exercise was fraught with irregularities, favoritism, and a deliberate effort to …

Tariff hike: Nigeria’s internet users decline – NCC Report

Nigeria’s telecommunications sector witnessed a notable decline in internet users following a 50 percent tariff hike on voice, data, and SMS services implemented in January 2025. The sector’s regulator, the Nigerian Communications Commission made this …

ECOWAS: A Toothless Bulldog That Betrays West Africans

This is the second of the three articles I am writing on ECOWAS - the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). As I stated in the first article, to describe ECOWAS, which was formed in 1975 to foster the economic union of the West African sub- …

Airtel Nigeria Doubles Capital Investment, Driving Network Expansion, Digital Inclusion

Airtel Nigeria, a leading telecommunications service provider and subsidiary of Airtel Africa, has announced that it is doubling its capital investment commitment to the Nigerian market, reinforcing its unwavering dedication to delivering superior service …

Saudia selects ADIB Egypt to launch its highly anticipated first AlFursan international credit card

Dubai: Saudia, the national flag carrier of Saudi Arabia, has signed a strategic partnership with Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank – Egypt, to introduce AlFursan’s first international credit card in Egypt, in collaboration with Visa. The card benefits will be …

Relationship building in African procurement is key to economic growth and resilience

As Africa’s economies evolve, procurement is quietly taking centre stage as one of the continent’s most powerful drivers of growth and development. Public procurement alone accounts for an average of 17% of GDP across African countries, underpinning …

Airtel Nigeria to double capital investment to over N500 billion in 2025 

Telecommunications company, Airtel Nigeria has announced plans to double its capital investment in the Nigerian market this year as it seeks to accelerate the deployment of 5G and expand its network coverage. Based on the financial results for the year …

Legacy BSS Hampering African Telcos in their Efforts to Modernise Services

Craig Palmer, VAS-X CEO The African telecommunications sector is dynamic and full of growth opportunities and potential new revenue streams for operators who can respond to market demands quickly. However, their existing business support systems (BSS), …

‘99.98% on Mobile, 0.2% on Fixed Networks’ – Rudman Warns of Dangerous Imbalance in Nigeria’s Internet Sector

At the 2025 Annual General Meeting and NEC Elections of the Association of Telecommunications Companies of Nigeria (ATCON), Vice President of ATCON and CEO of the Internet Exchange Point of Nigeria (IXPN), Muhammed Rudman, warned about Nigeria’s digital …

Legend Internet PLC debuts Nigeria’s first Fibre-to-the-Room (FTTR) Service

In a bold move that cements its leadership in digital infrastructure, Legend Internet PLC has launched FTTR by Legend — Nigeria’s first Fibre-to-the-Room (FTTR) service, redefining the standard for broadband connectivity across homes and businesses. This …

Morocco’s Necessary Step Towards Online Public Education

The current landscape of education worldwide is utilizing online platforms to extend their populations' access to learning. A successful learning management system (LMS) is a central hub to virtually engage families, help teachers plan courses, and …

TELECOMMUNICATIONS TARIFF: What Impact Would The Hike In Telecoms Tariffs Have On Average Nigerians?

ACCI raises concerns over China-Nigeria currency swap deal

The President of the Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Chief Emeka Obegolu, has called on the Nigerian Government to take urgent and strategic steps to enhance the ease of doing business with China. He particularly emphasised the need to fast-track …

Africa faces widening digital divide despite growing connectivity

The International Telecommunications Union (ITU) has revealed that despite the increasing demand for digital connectivity across Africa, the continent continues to lag globally in internet usage. In its latest State of Digital Development in Africa report, …

West Africa's Top Companies '25: Ivorian growth, Nigerian struggles

Dangote Cement has been knocked off the top of our table of the Top 20 companies in West Africa after three consecutive years in which its value has fallen, from a peak of $11.2bn in 2022 to $9bn last year and now $5.3bn. BUA Foods too has seen a decline, …

PowerDMARC Signs Onetic Africa as a Value-Added Distributor in Africa at GISEC 2025

DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- PowerDMARC, a global leader in email and domain security solutions, announced its strategic partnership with Onetic Africa as a Value-Added Distributor at GISEC Global 2025, held in …

Tech-Labs and X-Cal Partner with NeuroMaker to Bring Advanced Robotics Education to Classrooms

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Tech-Labs and X-Cal, established leaders in technical education solutions, today announced a strategic partnership with NeuroMaker to introduce the innovative NeuroMaker HAND 2.0 to …

Edge Computing Market Outlook: Size, Growth, Trends, and Forecasts Through 2034

The Business Research Company's Edge Computing Global Market Report 2025 – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2025-2034 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Business Research Company’s Latest …

Cellular Professor Revolutionizes the Tech Market with High-Quality Refurbished Devices

Cellular Professor is a premier provider of refurbished cell phones, laptops, and Apple iPhones, offering high-quality, affordable technology to customers. PROSPECT HEIGHTS, IL, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Cellular Professor, a …

VitalPBX Urges Businesses to Escape Legacy PBX Time Traps with Modern VoIP Solutions

VitalPBX challenges businesses to escape the hidden costs and inefficiencies of legacy PBX systems by adopting secure, scalable VoIP technology. MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a bold push against technological …

Data Broker Market Key Driver: Rise In E-Commerce

The Business Research Company’s Data Broker Global Market Report 2025 – Market Size, Trends, And Forecast 2025-2034 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- How Big Is the Data Broker Market and How Fast Is It Growing? …

Diameter Edge Agent Market Outlook: Key Growth Opportunities For Players Through 2034

The Business Research Company’s Diameter Edge Agent Global Market Report 2025 – Market Size, Trends, And Forecast 2025-2034 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- How Big Is the Diameter Edge Agent Market and How Fast …

AVer’s VB370A Video Bar and CP10G2 Touch Panel Achieve Zoom Certification

ROTTERDAM, NETHERLANDS, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- AVer Information Europe B.V., an award-winning provider of AI audio-video solutions, announces that the VB370A, a 4K dual-lens video conferencing bar, and CP10G2 Controller, an intuitive …

BTW.MEDIA Covers ITW 2025: Spotlight on AI and 5G SA in the Global Telecom Evolution

US, GA, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the telecom industry faces a historic inflection point, BTW.MEDIA is proud to announce its participation in International Telecoms Week (ITW) 2025, the world’s largest gathering of …

Verizon to speak at J.P. Morgan conference May 14

NEW YORK, May 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hans Vestberg, Chairman and CEO of Verizon (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ), is scheduled to speak at the J.P. Morgan Global Technology, Media and Communications Conference on Wednesday, May 14 at 8:00 a.m. ET. His remarks will …

Furuno presenting and exhibiting at WSTS, North America’s Leading Timing & Sync Event

NISHINOMIYA, HYOGO, JAPAN, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- We are delighted to announce that Furuno will participate in the Workshop on Synchronization and Timing Systems (WSTS) 2025 in Savannah, USA from May 12 to 15. In addition to …

ProSat Networks Now Offers Starlink Installation Services in Texas

ProSat Networks 1-844-799-0258 now offers Texans professional Starlink installation and onsite IT network infrastructure services. FRISCO, TX, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ProSat Networks, an IT network infrastructure …

Safe Castle Announces Zero Down Financing to Accelerate Network Upgrades for RV Resort Connectivity

Empowering RV resorts to meet rising demands for fast, reliable connectivity—without upfront costs DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Safe Castle, a leader in RV resort technology solutions, announces the launch of a …

In-Depth Analysis Of The Global 5G Towers And Cables Market: Key Drivers, Trends, Growth Opportunities And Forecast 2034

The Business Research Company's 5G Towers And Cables Global Market Report 2025 - Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2025-2034 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Business Research Company’s …

Liveops Named Finalist for CCWomen’s Best Workplace for Gender Equity Award

Liveops to Sponsor CCW Las Vegas 2025 and Lead Panel Session Featuring Enterprise Clients SCOTTSDALE, ARIZONA, AZ, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Liveops, a pioneer in flexible customer service solutions, has been named a …

SOURCEit BPO Drives Business Growth and Operational Efficiency through Strategic Outsourcing

CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SOURCEit BPO, a leading Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) provider, is helping businesses of all sizes unlock new levels of customer satisfaction and operational efficiency with high- …

Telecom4Good Launches Cisco Meraki Nonprofit Advantage Program: Save 51% to 60% on Equipment and Licenses

Deep discounts —$14.5M+ already saved by leading nonprofits including Goodwill, Samaritan’s Purse, and ASPCA. SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- TELECOM4GOOD, the nation's largest nonprofit-focused Cisco Meraki …

Kotori Technologies Welcomes Amarie Faison as New Business Development Specialist

Kotori Technologies Welcomes Amarie Faison as New Business Development Specialist WINSTON-SALEM, NC, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Kotori Technologies is excited to announce the addition of Amarie Faison to our team as the …

Go!Foton and Sourcecolo team-up for more powerful data center solutions

Partnership drives greater customer value as high-capacity AI data centers boom SOMERSET, NJ, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Go!Foton, an industry leader in advanced optics and photonics technology, and Sourcecolo, a prominent …

BluLogix Announces New Webinar 'Consolidate to Scale - Modernize Your Quote-to-Cash Engine: Rethinking for 2025'

Why leading B2B companies are consolidating their monetization tech stacks to cut costs, reduce complexity, and future-proof revenue operations in 2025. MCLEAN, VA, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- BluLogix, a leading provider of …