Today's Bulletin: Sat, October 12, 2024
The government of Egypt has announced its plans to install 5000 communication towers with an investment of $318 million.
The Government of Egypt has announced its plans to install 5,000 communication towers over the next 3 years. Reportedly, this will be an investment of 5 billion Egyptian pounds ($318 million).
“It (now) contributes 5 percent to the gross domestic product, up from 3.2 percent three years ago. We look forward to increasing the sector’s contribution to 8 percent in the next three years.”
Amr Talaat, Egyptian Minister of Communications and Information Technology
Ethio Telecom will be Ethiopia’s first stock market listing, as the government sells a 10% stake to attract private investment.
October 11, 2024
David Ombee, Project Communications Officer at UNDP Kenya announced the Africa Centre for Digital and AI Skilling, empowering civil servants to drive public sector innovation.
October 11, 2024
NADF and NITDA partner to harness Fourth Industrial Revolution technologies, boosting Nigeria’s agricultural productivity, food security, and economic growth.
October 11, 2024
SANSA partners with NASA to establish a ground station in Matjiesfontein, supporting lunar exploration and South Africa’s space leadership.
October 11, 2024
This #TechTalkThursday article takes a closer look at the evolving satellite landscape and how key players, such as Arabsat, are adapting to these changes with new strategies and innovations.
In this TechTalk Thursday article, we’ll explore the vast potential of 5G beyond traditional terrestrial connectivity and the potiential it has for Africa’s digital transformation.
