February 2023
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Vodacom has introduced Vision 2030, a five-year strategy aimed at achieving double-digit EBITDA growth—an upgrade from its previous high single-digit target.
Telecom Egypt has announced the signing of several landmark service agreements with Orange Egypt at enhance strategic cooperation between the two companies. These agreements will enable Orange Egypt to improve its technological services and better meet the needs of its customers. This collaboration highlights the rise in technological investments in the Egyptian market, prioritizing strong digital infrastructure, and expanding advanced service offerings.
Algeria is turning to artificial intelligence (AI) to drive economic growth. The Minister of Post and Telecommunications, Sid Ali Zerrouki, announced his sector’s ambition to achieve a 7% GDP contribution through AI by 2027. To support this goal, Algérie Télécom plans to launch an investment fund dedicated to startups specializing in AI, cybersecurity, and robotics.
Ethio telecom, Ethiopia’s leading telecom and digital solutions provider, has expanded its nationwide 5G expansion with the launch of 5G services in Jimma City. This milestone marks yet another significant step in the company’s mission to accelerate Ethiopia’s digital transformation, ensuring seamless high-speed connectivity and unlocking new opportunities for innovation and economic growth across the country.
Tunisia’s leading telecom operators—Tunisie Télécom, Ooredoo Tunisie, and Orange Tunisie—have officially launched 5G, delivering ultra-fast connectivity to fuel business growth, gaming, education, and digital innovation.
Orange has released its financial results for the year 2024, showing strong results and meeting its targets with a 2.7% year-on-year increase in EBITDAaL and an Organic Cash Flow of 3.4 billion euros. The company is accelerating the implementation of its "Lead the Future" strategic plan and has raised its 2025 Organic Cash Flow target to at least 3.6 billion euros, further confirming its positive outlook for the year ahead.
MTN South Africa plans to conclude its phased pilot program by December, 2025; however, its 3G phase-out will be gradual, targeting completion toward the end of 2026. This timeline will also depend on the availability of compatible devices.
Ethio Telecom has launched a state-of-the-art ultra-fast EV charging station along Bole-Megenagna Road in Addis Ababa, reinforcing its position as a digital solutions leader under the slogan: “Bringing New Possibilities.”
As Starlink intensifies its competitive presence and African governments remain uncertain about intervening to protect telco incumbents, African telecom companies are increasingly focusing on underserved regions. In response, they are launching strategic initiatives to tackle the rising challenge of low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite connectivity to maintain their market position and tap into new growth opportunities, according to GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company.
Ghana’s Minister of Communications, Samuel Nartey George, has announced plans to form an interministerial committee within the next two weeks to address the high costs of internet data.
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As enterprises and service providers navigate the complexities of modern connectivity, MEF is accelerating the adoption of Network-as-a-Service (NaaS). Artificial intelligence’s (AI) integration with NaaS is advancing this shift, enabling service providers to drive new business in meeting the emerging demands of enterprise.
As we step into 2025, the telecom landscape in Sub-Saharan Africa presents both significant opportunities and challenges. In an exclusive interview with Telecom Review, Rajiv Aggarwal, Head of Sales, Sub-Saharan Africa, Cloud & Network Services at Nokia, reflects on key takeaways from 2024, the growing role of automation and AI, the escalating importance of security, and the trends set to shape the telecom industry in 2025. His insights offer a roadmap for navigating this rapidly evolving market.
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is at the forefront of innovation and global digital transformation, delivering next-generation digital services to enterprises and consumers. du, one of the country’s leading telecom and digital service providers, has demonstrated its commitment to advancing the 5G Advanced innovation and UAE’s digital landscape.
