18 March 2026
Headlines

Digital Infrastructure

Next-Gen InfraCo Officially Launches Ghana’s National Wholesale 4G and 5G Network Following Technical Validation

Rafia02 mins

The transition to a shared wholesale infrastructure represents a strategic effort to optimize spectrum and hardware usage across Ghana. Backed by a consortium of global technology partners and the Ghanaian government, the network focuses on rapid scalability and cost-effective deployment to ensure high-speed mobile broadband reaches both urban hubs and underserved regions in time for the nation’s 70th anniversary.

Read More

2Africa cable activated in UAE

Shahzaib03 mins

e& Carrier & Wholesale Services has activated the 2Africa submarine cable at its SmartHub data centre in the UAE. Spanning 45,000 km, the system enhances international capacity, resilience, and latency performance, reinforcing the UAE’s role as a global connectivity hub amid growing demand for cloud and digital services.

Read More

Algeria to host Global Africa Tech 2026

Shahzaib05 mins

Algeria will host Global Africa Tech 2026 in Algiers from March 28–30 under President Tebboune’s patronage. The event will gather global policymakers and tech leaders to discuss fiber expansion, satellite connectivity, submarine cable protection, and smart ports, reinforcing Algeria’s push to become a regional digital infrastructure hub.

Read More

Oman mobile subscriptions reach 6.4 million as postal transactions hit 7.4 million with Saudi Arabia, UAE leading 7.18 percent growth

Shahzaib03 mins

Oman’s telecom and postal sectors recorded steady growth in 2024, with mobile subscriptions reaching 6.4 million and postal transactions rising to 7.4 million. Increased broadband adoption, higher data consumption, and expanded international internet capacity highlight ongoing digital infrastructure development across the Sultanate.

Read More