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MTN Nigeria tests 25Gbps link with Huawei Nigeria to boost 5G
5G Nigeria

MTN Nigeria rolls out first 25Gbps microwave link in sub-Saharan Africa

MTN Nigeria has taken a step forward in its network upgrade plans after testing what it says is the first commercial 25Gbps full-duplex microwave link in sub-Saharan Africa, working with Huawei Nigeria. The trial, carried out on the E-band (80 GHz) spectrum, points to how operators are seeking faster, more efficient ways to support 5G services in Nigeria.  The move comes as demand for reliable, high-speed internet continues to rise in Africa’s largest telecom market. More users are streaming video,…

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Botswana signs Oman energy, mining deals to cut diamond reliance
Africa economy

Botswana, Oman strike energy, mining deals to boost Africa ties

Botswana is stepping up efforts to reduce its reliance on diamonds, signing new agreements with Oman that span energy, mining and infrastructure. The deals come as the Southern African country faces softer global demand for diamonds, a sector that has long supported public finances and economic growth.  For years, diamonds have accounted for about a third of Botswana’s economy. But falling prices and growing competition from lab-grown stones have begun to weigh on revenues, prompting officials to look for new…

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Founders of Refiant AI, including Viroshan Naicker, Siddharth Gutta, and Mathew Haswell, leading the South African AI startup focused on efficiency.
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South African AI startup Refiant raises $5 million to cut AI energy and data costs

South African AI startup Refiant raises 5 million seed funding to cut AI energy use and data costs through model compression technology.

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Oracle launches first Morocco cloud region, boosting AI and data growth
Big Tech expansion

Oracle launches first hyperscale public cloud region in Morocco

Oracle has opened its first hyperscale public cloud region in Casablanca, marking a significant expansion into Africa’s growing market for cloud computing and artificial intelligence.  The move makes Oracle the first hyperscaler to establish a full-scale cloud presence in North Africa, as global technology firms increase investments across the continent. Demand for cloud services and data storage is rising among businesses and governments seeking faster systems and greater control over data.  For Morocco, the launch adds to efforts to strengthen…

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Optasia’s AI-powered fintech solutions support credit access and digital financial services across Africa and emerging markets.
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JSE-listed Optasia raises over $300 million in refinancing to boost Africa’s fintech growth

Optasia raises over $300 million in refinancing backed by Standard Bank to scale fintech services across Africa and emerging markets.

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Meta launches Muse Spark as Mark Zuckerberg shifts to proprietary AI strategy
AI Strategy

Meta launches Muse Spark as Zuckerberg resets AI strategy

Meta Platforms is sharpening its focus on artificial intelligence, moving beyond early experiments as competition in the sector intensifies.  The company has introduced Muse Spark, the first system from its new Superintelligence Labs, offering a clearer view of how it plans to take on rivals such as OpenAI, Google and Anthropic.  For Mark Zuckerberg, the rollout signals a change in approach. The company is putting more emphasis on control, product integration and revenue opportunities tied to AI across its apps. …

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Indorama plans $525 million Egypt fertiliser plant targeting exports
Egypt fertiliser industry

Indorama to invest $525 million in Egypt fertilizer plant, eyes 80% exports

Egypt is stepping up efforts to expand its fertiliser industry, betting on exports to drive growth as global demand rises. New investment is flowing into the Suez Canal Economic Zone, where authorities are positioning the corridor as a base for large-scale manufacturing.  The latest project comes from Indorama Corporation, which is building its presence in North Africa with a new phosphate fertiliser plant designed mainly for overseas markets. The move reflects a wider push by governments across the region to…

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Liquid C2's partner experience centre
Africa’s first Google Cloud AI Centre

Zimbabwean billionaire Strive Masiyiwa-backed Liquid C2 unveils Africa’s first Google Cloud AI centre     

Liquid C2, backed by Zimbabwean billionaire Strive Masiyiwa, has launched Africa’s first Google Cloud AI Partner Experience Centre in Johannesburg

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Morocco launches first private 5G for industry as inwi advances smart factory growth
GITEX Africa 2026

Inwi rolls out Morocco’s first private industrial 5G at GITEX Africa 2026

Morocco is stepping up efforts to modernize its industrial base, betting on faster, more reliable connectivity to lift factory output and efficiency. Officials and telecom operators see private 5G networks as a practical tool to help manufacturers automate processes and manage data in real time.  The shift reflects a broader push to bring Industry 4.0 into everyday operations. Companies are looking for ways to cut delays, improve quality control and respond faster to demand, especially as global competition tightens.  That…

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