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Africa’s Smartphone Market Grows 3% in Q3 2024 Amid Economic Challenges

Africa’s Smartphone Market Grows 3% in Q3 2024 Amid Economic Challenges

Canalys’ latest research reveals that Africa’s smartphone market grew by 3% year on year in Q3 2024, reaching 18.4 million units, reflecting resilience amid a complex economic landscape. While stabilizing currencies and easing price pressures

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5G Era Begins in Congo as MTN Advances African Digital Transformation

5G Era Begins in Congo as MTN Advances African Digital Transformation

MTN Congo has officially launched 5G, making the Republic of Congo the fifth African country in MTN Group’s rollout of ultra-fast broadband technology. The milestone was celebrated at a ceremony presided over by President Denis

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Central Bank of Egypt to Launch Card Tokenisation in 2025 for Enhanced Payment Security

Central Bank of Egypt to Launch Card Tokenisation in 2025 for Enhanced Payment Security

Multiple reports have confirmed that the Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) is set to launch card tokenisation in 2025. Reportedly the tokenisation could replace traditional card details with unique digital identifiers, effectively reducing the risk

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Australia invests Sh10 trillion in Tanzania mining industry

Australia invests Sh10 trillion in Tanzania mining industry

The Australian High Commission said yesterday that mining contracts signed with Australian companies in the past two years are valued at over Sh10 trillion ($3.6 billion), according to a recent estimate from the Tanzanian government.

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MTN Eyes Satellite Solutions to Boost Rural Connectivity in Africa

MTN Eyes Satellite Solutions to Boost Rural Connectivity in Africa

MTN Group is exploring partnerships with LEO satellite providers to deliver affordable internet to underserved rural and remote areas, advancing digital inclusion across Africa. MTN Group, Africa’s largest mobile operator, is actively exploring partnerships with

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Closing MSME finance gap in Côte d’Ivoire and Senegal

Closing MSME finance gap in Côte d’Ivoire and Senegal

Swedfund has invested EUR 20 million in Compagnie Financière Africaine (COFINA).  The company is a leading mesofinance institution that provides loans to businesses in West and Central Africa. The new investment will  enable COFINA to

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2025-27 MTEF: LCCI raises concerns over impacts on businesses

2025-27 MTEF: LCCI raises concerns over impacts on businesses

The key parameters and assumptions of the 2025-27 Medium-Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) are overly optimistic considering the prevailing economic and social indicators, the Director-General of Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI), Dr Chinyere Almona,

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Nigeria must tackle high cargo inspection challenges to boost trade, says Okonjo-Iweala

Nigeria must tackle high cargo inspection challenges to boost trade, says Okonjo-Iweala

The Director-General of the World Trade Organisation (WTO), Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, said there is an urgent need for Nigeria to embark on reforms in customs practices aimed at improving trade flow and reducing delays at

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Nigeria’s Dangote Refinery allegedly begins petrol exports to West Africa – Report

Nigeria’s Dangote Refinery allegedly begins petrol exports to West Africa – Report

Nigeria’s Dangote Refinery, owned by Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, has begun the export of refined petroleum products to neighbouring West African countries. This is according to a newspaper report by Bloomberg on Tuesday. However,

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Promote Egypt as tourist destination, airline tells agents

Promote Egypt as tourist destination, airline tells agents

The Egyptian Air Country Manager, Amr Basha, has called on Nigerian travel agents to help promote Egypt as a key tourism attraction site. Basha made this appeal in a statement showcasing a strategic engagement the