Broadband: $2 Billion Project to Make Nigeria Africa’s Next Tech Hub — Bosun Tijani
Nigeria’s Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, has announced a $2 billion broadband project to deliver nationwide connectivity, expand GDP, and position Nigeria as Africa’s next global technology hub.
Lesotho Communications Authority Launches National Cybersecurity Awareness Campaign
The Lesotho Communications Authority (LCA) has launched a nationwide cybersecurity awareness campaign to educate citizens, families, and businesses about online safety, phishing, and digital hygiene throughout Cybersecurity Awareness Month.
ChatGPT Surges Past 800 Million Weekly Users, Eyes One Billion by Year-End
OpenAI’s ChatGPT has surpassed 800 million weekly users, doubling its user base in under a year. With a $10 billion annual revenue run rate and global dominance in AI adoption, ChatGPT is on track to hit one billion users by the end of 2025.
AT&T and Ericsson Launch New IoT Marketplace to Accelerate Digital Innovation
AT&T and Ericsson have launched the AT&T IoT Marketplace—a next-generation digital platform built to simplify IoT service delivery, streamline operations, and accelerate innovation across industries like transportation, manufacturing, and healthcare.
MultiChoice Strengthens Governance with Appointment of Willington Ngwepe as LicenceCo CEO
MultiChoice has appointed former ICASA CEO Willington Ngwepe as Chief Executive Officer of LicenceCo, reinforcing governance and compliance following its acquisition by Canal+. The move strengthens the company’s leadership and regulatory alignment in South Africa.
Ghana’s Girls-In-ICT Programme Inspires 1,000 Girls to Pursue Careers in Tech and STEM
Ghana’s National Girls-In-ICT Programme in the Upper West Region empowers 1,000 young girls with digital skills and mentorship to pursue careers in technology and STEM, advancing digital inclusion and gender equality.
Nigeria Deepens State-Level Digital Cooperation to Accelerate Transformation
Nigeria’s Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, and Katsina State Governor, Dr. Dikko Umar Radda, strengthen federal–state collaboration to boost broadband expansion, innovation, and digital skills development across the state.
Bahrain’s TRA Issues New Guidelines to Combat Fraudulent SMS Scams
Bahrain’s TRA Issues New Guidelines to Combat Fraudulent SMS Scams
