Potraz, Zimbabwe’s telecommunications regulator, is set to intensify its crackdown on online hate speech and cyberbullying. Announced by Director General Dr. Gift Machengete, the initiative will utilize the Data Protection Act to restrict harmful sites and target anonymous users involved in these offenses, enhancing online safety.
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Liquid Dataport partners with VIPNET to enhance connectivity in West Africa, particularly in Ivory Coast. This partnership will expand Liquid’s network and services, including its pan-African network, cloud, and cybersecurity solutions. The alliance aims to boost internet penetration and offer reliable connectivity, supporting the region’s growing demand for digital services.
Mauritanian telecom company Mattel, in partnership with Huawei, has launched 5G tests in Mauritania. The tests showcased applications across various sectors, achieving speeds around 2 Gb/s. This initiative is part of Mattel’s strategy for high-speed connectivity and digital transition in Mauritania, marking a significant step in the country’s technological advancement.
CloudFret, a logistics startup, has raised €2 million for its innovative solution to optimize empty truck returns, aiming to expand its operations and double its workforce by 2024.
Starlink, the satellite Internet network operated by SpaceX, is set to bring its services to 23 African countries by the…
Libya has entered into a significant agreement with the Medusa submarine cable project, connecting the nation to various Mediterranean countries and improving its telecommunications capabilities. The Libyan United International Company (LUIC), a consortium of private sector Libyan companies in the communications industry, signed the contract. This move will enable Libya to become a telecom and internet services exporter to African countries, enhancing its digital infrastructure, boosting economic prospects, and establishing the nation as a key digital gateway to Africa.
