Nigeria launches Project Bridge, seeks private investors for 90,000km broadband network.

The Nigerian government has launched Project Bridge, a sweeping digital infrastructure initiative aimed at deploying 90,000 kilometers of fiber optic cable nationwide. The project, led by the Federal Ministry of…

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Alphabet’s Taara sets its sight on revolutionizing internet in Africa with laser-based connectivity

Alphabet’s Taara project, born out of the company’s experimental X lab, is using lasers to deliver high-speed internet - offering a compelling alternative to traditional fiber optics and satellite systems…

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Nigeria launches Broadband Alliance, targets 70% internet penetration by 2026.

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has launched the National Broadband Alliance for Nigeria (NBAN) in collaboration with telecommunications operators and State Information and Communications Technology agencies. The initiative aims to…

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Africa’s role in $1 trillion AI race and infrastructure boom takes center stage at Hyperscalers 2025 Outlook

The global ambition in technology and infrastructure is scaling unprecedented heights, with investments growing from $10 billion compute clusters to trillion-dollar ecosystems. As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to dominate the…

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WIOCC and Galaxy Backbone partner to improve internet connectivity in Nigeria.

WIOCC has announced its partnership with Galaxy Backbone Limited (GBB) to enhance high-speed internet connectivity nationwide. According to a statement, this collaboration aims to promote digital inclusion and accelerate Nigeria’s…

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