Open Access Data Centre launches partner program
Open Access Data Centres (OADC), a subsidiary of the WIOCC Group, has introduced a partner program, CODI, in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Nigeria, and South Africa. CODI aims…
Oracle expands cloud presence in Africa with public cloud launch in Kenya
Responding to the surging demand for cloud services in Africa, Oracle has unveiled its plans to establish a public cloud region in Nairobi, Kenya. Scott Twaddle, Senior Vice President of…
IFC invests $30m for digital infrastructure in 6 African countries
IFC, a member of the World Bank Group, has invested $30 million in equity in the African Infrastructure Investment Fund 4 Partnership (AIIF4) to support infrastructure projects, including digital real…
IHS bows to pressure, lowers investor ownership threshold for director nomination
After an ongoing battle with its second largest shareholders Wendel and MTN, owning a total of 45%, IHS has reached an agreement on corporate governance matters to lower the ownership…
Vodafone and Microsoft ink £300m AI deal for Africa and Europe
Inking a decade-long strategic partnership, Vodafone and Microsoft are set to introduce generative AI, cloud services, and digital solutions to over 300 million businesses and customers across Europe and Africa.…
BlackRock to acquire Ogunlesi’s Global Infrastructure Partners for $12.5 Billion
Investment giant BlackRock has agreed to buy Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP), the world’s largest independent infrastructure manager for $12.5 billion in cash and stock. New York-based GIP owns major stakes…
Dimension Data divests in Ghana through Management Buyout
In a strategic move to transform its operations in Africa, Dimension Data has sold its operations in Ghana as part of a Management Buyout (MBO). Former Managing Director of Dimension…
Ericsson positions for digital transformation with the appointment of Kassi as VP and West Africa/Morocco Head
Ericsson has announced Majda Lahlou Kassi as Vice President and Head of Ericsson West Africa and Morocco, effective January 1, 2024. In this role, Kassi will be instrumental in steering…
WorldBank approves $266.5m for internet access, digital transformation for West Africa
The World Bank has given the nod to a groundbreaking $266.5 million initiative, funded through IDA financing, designed to revolutionize internet access across The Gambia, Guinea, Guinea Bissau, and Mauritania.…
Airtel Africa announces retirement of Ogunsanya, Taldar as successor
Airtel Africa Plc, a leading telecommunications and mobile money services provider, has officially announced the retirement of its Chief Executive Officer, Segun Ogunsanya. Concurrently, the company has disclosed the appointment…