Joyce Onyeagoro

Nov 4, 2024 | techafricanews.com | Joyce Onyeagoro

Airtel Network Zambia and UNICEF are transforming education in Zambia through digital learning. Airtel has handed over 100 routers to 50 teachers across the country and trained them on how to use them. This is part of a five-year initiative to connect schools to the internet and provide free access to the Learning Passport, a UNICEF-led educational learning platform.

Nov 4, 2024 | techafricanews.com | Joyce Onyeagoro

A record number of satellites were launched into orbit simultaneously from the Vostochny Cosmodrome in Russia. Among these satellites was ZimSat-2, developed through a collaboration between Southwest State University and the National Geospatial and Space Agency of Zimbabwe. This satellite is equipped for remote sensing of the Earth, contributing valuable data for various applications.

Nov 4, 2024 | techafricanews.com | Joyce Onyeagoro

NEC Corporation, a leader in the integration of IT and network technologies, is joining forces with Cisco to deliver a new private 5G network solution to their customers. Architecture that includes Cisco 5G SA Core and a Cloud Control Centre together with the validated radio network and systems integration services provided by NEC makes the solution ready for market.

Nov 4, 2024 | techafricanews.com | Joyce Onyeagoro

Starlink, the satellite internet service provider owned by Elon Musk, has reportedly paused new subscriptions in Nairobi and six neighboring counties due to network overload, according to reports from several sources This temporary halt affects new customers eager to sign up in high-demand regions where the service has reportedly gained popularity. The reports suggested that the company is facing challenges in meeting the high demand for its satellite internet in Nairobi.

Nov 3, 2024 | techafricanews.com | Joyce Onyeagoro

MTN Uganda has announced significant updates to its WakaNet Home broadband service, including new pricing, better value offerings, additional products and enhanced after-sales support under its “Welcome Home” drive. These updates align with MTN’s Ambition 2025, a vision that aims to provide access to high-quality digital services to everyone, regardless of their location or usage requirements.