Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Airtel Nigeria has implemented a 50% tariff hike, affecting both data plans and call rates. This change, aimed at boosting infrastructure investment, has faced criticism from consumer groups and unions. The Cloud Network Foundation has urged the government to reassess the hike, citing economic hardships and its impact on low-income Nigerians.
NIGCOMSAT and Eutelsat have announced a multi-year, multi-million-dollar partnership to deliver low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite services in Nigeria. The collaboration aims to enhance connectivity in underserved areas, supporting government, enterprise, and rural sectors. The partnership will enable scalable, high-speed, low-latency services across Nigeria.
Nigeria’s telecom companies face a 50% tariff increase approved by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC). The hike will raise the cost of calls and data bundles, adding pressure on Nigerians already struggling with inflation and rising living costs.
NigComSat has teamed up with Eutelsat to deploy LEO satellites, enhancing internet connectivity in Nigeria and across Africa. This collaboration supports Nigeria’s digital transformation, aiming to bridge the digital divide and expand broadband access. The LEO satellites will provide faster internet speeds and lower latency for underserved regions.
Nigeria’s growing vulnerability to digital threats worsened in 2024, with a rise in attacks targeting government and financial sectors. Despite efforts by agencies like NITDA and NCC, localized cybersecurity strategies remain underdeveloped. Experts stress the need for proactive measures, risk analysis, and stronger collaboration to enhance digital resilience in 2025.