Technology

Ghana gives satellite TV service provider MultiChoice ultimatum to review charges

MultiChoice, which operates pay-TV services DSTV and GOTV has faced legal and regulatory hurdles in the past years from some countries.

Turkish satellite Turksat begins beaming internet to Syria

Turksat's satellite service helps people connect with the rest of the world after years of war destroyed the country's telecommunications infrastructure.

Erdogan announces Türkiye among world’s top three in UAV technology at TEKNOFEST event

Turkish President Erdogan highlights Türkiye’s commitment to future, emphasising TEKNOFEST's role and strategic projects in the growth of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus.

High technology, AI key to new world — TEKNOFEST head

TRNC should be the world's centre of attraction in tech and science in the heart of the Mediterranean, Selcuk Bayraktar says.

Turksat 6A satellite carries out 1st broadcast test

Türkiye's first locally designed, produced communication satellite marks its 1st signal.

Meta plans mega internet cable linking Africa to the world

The cable will run between the US, South Africa, India, Brazil and "other regions"

Nigeria's controversial telecom tariff hike explained

The tariff hike underscores the delicate balancing act faced by the Nigerian government as it navigates economic reforms while ensuring social stability.

Teknofest parent sets up technology centre in Mauritania

The facility will be used to impart modern technological skills and training to the local youth.

Türkiye's Turksat 5A satellite enhances broadcast capacity

The satellite enables broadcasts and data communications across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the three seas surrounding Türkiye.

Türkiye's communication satellite Turksat 6A reaches designated orbit

"This is not just a communication satellite. It is the realisation of a project that will shape Türkiye’s future in space and bolster its global influence," says Turkish transport minister.

AWA: Senegalese start-up's AI muse speaks in Wolof

Homegrown AI in the native tongue is democratising technology in Senegal and bringing millions of unlettered citizens into the digital mainstream.

Zimbabwe launches second satellite, ZIMSAT-2

Zimbabwe says the satellite's primary mission is to monitor crop health by using its advanced imaging technology to identify nutrient deficiencies.

Niger signs deal with Starlink for internet services

New technology to allow western African nation to benefit from high-speed internet connection, says communication minister

Ethiopia launches sale of Ethio Telecom shares

Ethiopia has launched a sale of shares in the historic telecoms operator Ethio Telecom.

African attendees: Our great technology experiences at Türkiye's Teknofest fair

Among international attendees were African students, who praised Türkiye's technological advancements.

Africa urged to use technology to combat climate change

A continental summit in Zambia has challenged Africa to leverage on technology to tackle climate change and illegal migration.

Teknofest: Türkiye’s largest aerospace and technology fair in full swing

The annual event showcases the advancements made by Türkiye especially in defence technology.

Teknofest: Türkiye’s biggest aerospace-technology festival set to begin

From smart transportation to rocket design to robotics, Teknofest will spotlight technology competitions across various categories.

Kenya's Safaricom urges new rules for satellite internet providers

Kenya's Safaricom calls on regulators to put measures in place requiring satellite providers to operate as "infrastructure providers" to mobile network operators.

Senegal successfully launches its first satellite

Senegal has successfully launched its first satellite, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has said.

Weak internet, rains dampen Nigeria's cost of living protests

The protests over rising cost of living in Africa's most populous country come after the government took some economic reform measures that pushed the prices of food and fuel to unprecedented levels.

Telecom giant MTN closes shops across Nigeria after mob action

Videos on social media showed an angry crowd attacking and pulling down the fence of the office complex before storming the compound.

Mauritania restores mobile internet after 22 days

Mauritania has restored mobile internet 22 days after a disputed election.

Global internet outage impacts banks, airlines

Microsoft users worldwide reported widespread outages on Friday, hours after the technology company said it was fixing a bug.