Nokia and Safaricom launch commercial 5G services in Kenya

Nokia is powering East Africa’s first 5G commercial services with telecoms operator Safaricom. Nokia’s 5G Single Radio Access Network (SRAN) technology and 5G FastMile gateways enable ultra-fast Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) services to Safaricom’s...

Kabakoo brings no-code training to West Africa

Kabakoo has launched the first no-code training in West Africa for a batch of 21 learners at its Bamako campus. This intensive “FullStack” program is designed and delivered in partnership with Contournement, the European leader in no-code training. The...

AAC targets smallholder farmers, agribusiness startups

African smallholder farmers and agribusiness startups need support to build resiliency and sustainability. A small improvement to their productivity via training, mentorship, access to better inputs and markets will have a huge impact on the industry and continent...

One Wireless introduces macro WiFi solutions in Botswana

Aiming to provide fast, affordable, and reliable wireless internet access to Botswana, startup telecommunications company One Wireless plans to deploy macro WiFi solutions to “WiFi-blanket” several cities in the country including Gaborone, Maun, Palapye,...

Building greater sustainability, climate resilience in West Africa

Across Africa, urban centres are rapidly expanding as the continent’s large – and growing – youth population seek better fortunes in the city. By Titilayo Adewumi, regional sales director: West Africa at SAP In 2020, Kinshasha was the world’s...

Time for a digital scale-up in Africa

Digital platforms in Africa should scale up to take advantage of the continent’s surging demand for creative content. This is according to Africa Investment Forum Senior Director Chinelo Anohu, who adds that the African Development Bank flagship entity is...