Thousands of telecom towers across Nigeria may soon shut down due to a diesel supply crisis caused by a blockade at major fuel depots. The standoff, involving petroleum workers and …
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NCC Introduces New Governance Rules as Foreign Investment in Telecoms Falls by 58%
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has announced a new set of governance rules for telecom operators across the country, as the sector battles a sharp drop in foreign direct investment …
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Airtel Subsidiary Xtelify Launches AI-Powered Software for Telecom Operators
Xtelify, a new digital subsidiary of Bharti Airtel, has introduced an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered software platform that aims to change how telecommunications companies (telcos) operate and relate with their customers. …
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FG Plans Legal Action on Vandalism to Accelerate Digital Development
The Federal Government has raised concerns over the rising destruction of telecommunications infrastructure across Nigeria, especially in conflict-prone areas. This was made known by the Attorney-General of the Federation and …
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Fibre Cuts, Vandalism Cost MTN N17.6bn in Network Losses
Between January and June 2024, telecoms giant MTN Nigeria faced over 13,700 fibre cuts across the country, severely affecting network quality and leading to massive financial losses. The company’s Chief …
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Airtel Money, TCDC Partner to Boost Digital Financial Access for Farmers in Tanzania
Airtel Money Tanzania has announced a new partnership with the Tanzania Cooperative Development Commission (TCDC) aimed at expanding access to digital financial services for thousands of farmers across the country. …
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IMBIL Telecom Solutions Earns ISO/IEC 27001:2022 Certification for Information Security Excellence
Nigerian information technology company, IMBIL Telecom Solutions, has received the prestigious ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification for Information Security Management Systems (ISMS), positioning the firm among global players in secure and compliant …
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Globacom Launches Three New Digital Services with Rewards and Entertainment for Nigerian Users
Leading Nigerian telecoms and digital solutions provider, Globacom, has introduced three fresh digital offerings designed to entertain, educate, and reward its customers. The new services, named Animation World Promo, Sport …
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Telkom Kenya Battles for Survival Amid Rising Competition and Fading Market Presence
Telkom Kenya, once a trailblazer in the country’s telecommunications industry, is now facing a steep decline in market relevance as it struggles to keep pace with dominant rivals Safaricom and …
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MTN and 9mobile Begin Network Sharing in Nigeria, Full Rollout Expected by July
Telecommunication giants MTN Nigeria and 9mobile have started testing a major radio access network-sharing agreement, with plans to fully implement the partnership across the country before the end of July. …