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Comment: 5G in Africa - kalba - 11/29/2018

MTN Set to Cover 90% of South African Population With 4G

Wei Shi
11/29/2018

More than 50 million South Africans will be covered by 4G by the end of 2018, according to MTN, making it the first operator in the country to hit that mark.

Parallel Wireless 2G/3G/4G/5G Open Network solution connects 12 countries in Africa

Sponsored Video
11/28/2018

Parallel Wireless's Christoph Fitih shared how the company's 2G/3G/4G/5G software-enabled Open Network solution is helping telcos in Africa deploy new coverage throughout the continent at much lower cost and on an accelerated timeline.

Africa's Mobile Phone Market Dips in Q3 — IDC

Connecting Africa News
11/27/2018

Africa's mobile phone market declined 2.1% quarter on quarter in Q3 2018, according to research firm IDC.

Orange Eyes 5G Launches in Africa, Middle East

Ray Le Maistre
11/26/2018

There are still many challenges to overcome to make 5G network deployments efficient but Orange is confident that 5G will be coming to Africa and the Middle East from 2020.

5G in Africa: Too Early?

Flash Poll
11/19/2018

Does Africa need 5G R&D investments and trials right now?

MTN, Ericsson, Netstar Claim 5G First for South Africa

Connecting Africa News
11/16/2018

MTN South Africa and Ericsson have announced South Africa's first 5G customer trial, a deployment using a fixed wireless access site at technology company Netstar's headquarters in Midrand.

Announcing the 2018 AfricaCom Awards Winners

Connecting Africa News
11/15/2018

This year's AfricaCom Award winners have been announced, with Huawei, Liquid Telecom and Orange amongst the victors.

AfricaCom 2018: Why Africa's Telcos Need to Spread Their Wings

Connecting Africa News
11/14/2018

'The OTTs have spread their wings,' noted Sudatel's strategy officer at AfricaCom 2018, and the telcos need to do the same.

AfricaCom 2018 Day 1: The Roads, the Chase & a Monoblock Phone

Wei Shi
11/13/2018

Africa's largest telecom trade show, the 21st iteration of AfricaCom, opened today in Cape Town. Connecting Africa is reporting the most eye-catching stories from the show.

MTN Edges Out Vodacom to Claim SA's Mobile Video Quality Crown

Wei Shi
11/13/2018

Mobile video users in South Africa can enjoy a good experience, better than in some advanced European countries, despite constrained download speeds, according to a report by OpenSignal.

Orange Unveils Key Developments at AfricaCom

Connecting Africa News
11/13/2018

At AfricaCom 2018, Orange announces multiple developments that will accelerate its multi-service operator strategy across the continent.

Nokia Shows Off at AfricaCom 2018

Connecting Africa News
11/13/2018

Nokia will be showcasing the latest innovations and engaging in discussions on ultra-broadband, the value of 5G in enabling the Internet of Things (IoT), digital transformation and the importance of encryption and Virtual Reality (VR).

MTN, KaiOS, China Mobile, UNISOC Unveil Smart Feature Phone

Connecting Africa News
11/13/2018

At AfricaCom, MTN, KaiOS Technologies, China Mobile and UNISOC launched Africa's first smart feature phone, which will make Internet connectivity and advanced digital services affordable for everyone.

Telkom SA Reports Fiscal H1 Revenue Growth

Connecting Africa News
11/13/2018

South African operator Telkom SA has reported a 5.2% year-on-year increase in group operating revenues for the six months to September 30.

Vodacom Reports Revenues Boost in Fiscal H1 Results

Connecting Africa News
11/12/2018

Vodacom group revenues increased by 6.1% year-on-year to R36.8 billion for the six months to September 30.

South African Operator Rain Deploys Nokia's 5G Tech

Connecting Africa News
11/10/2018

Nokia has deployed a 5G site for South African operator rain ahead of the AfricaCom 2018 event.

Africa's Digital Future Looks Bright: Ovum

Wei Shi
11/8/2018

The newly published Africa Digital Outlook 2019 report identifies mobile broadband access, mobile money, digital services and 5G as the growth sectors.

Vodacom, Telkom Strike Roaming, Facilities Deal

Connecting Africa News
11/7/2018

South African operators Vodacom and Telkom have signed a roaming and facilities leasing agreement.

Safaricom Reports Strong Growth in Fiscal First Half

Ray Le Maistre
11/2/2018

Kenyan market leader continues to add customers and grow its revenues, earnings and network coverage but there are clouds on the horizon.

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