The "Interconnection and Access Catalogue 2023" from Togo Telecom is more than a technical document; it reflects the dynamics of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) in Africa. In a continent undergoing a digital transformation, regulations and...
Analysis of the mobile telephony sector in Congo – Brazzaville in 2023: Trends, challenges and prospects
In 2023, the mobile telephony market in Congo is dominated by two main operators: MTN and Airtel, following the cessation of Azur's activities despite holding its license. These two players serve more than 5.9 million subscribers, mainly prepaid representing 99.3% of...
Diving into the digital economy: a round-up of Fratel’s 21st seminar in Lomé
On May 21 and 22, Lomé played host to the 21st seminar of the Réseau francophone des acteurs de la régulation des télécommunications (Fratel). The event was organised by the Autorité de Régulation des Communications Électroniques et des Postes du Togo (ARCEP-TOGO) and...
EACO 29th Annual Assemblies & Extra-Ordinary Congress reflects on East Africa’s ICT landscape
Hosted by the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA), the 29th Annual Assemblies & Extra-Ordinary Congress provided a unique platform for East Africa Communication Organizations (EACO) members and stakeholders to interact, network, exchange experiences, and share...
Interview with Mrs Bernice Edande Otye, ARTAC Permanent Secretary
Interview with Mrs. Bernice Edande Otye, Permanent Secretary of the Assembly of Telecommunications Regulators of Central Africa (ARTAC). By Nancy Onyango. This interview has been edited for clarity. Nancy Onyango: Hello Madam, please introduce yourself and tell us...
Building sustainable data infrastructures for the future
Sustainable Data Infrastructure Webinar Highlights On 19 June 2024, the Data Governance in Africa Initiative organised an online capacity-building webinar on sustainable data infrastructures in collaboration with GIZ, EstDev, and Smart Africa. This webinar underscored...