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news. broadcastmediaafrica. com > 04/27/2026 > telecom-namibia-and-angola-telecom-forge-partnership-to-boost-digital-connectivity-along-southern-africas-coast

Telecom Namibia And Angola Telecom Forge Partnership To Boost Digital Connectivity Along Southern Africa's Coast

2+ hour, 8+ min ago  (315+ words) Digital connectivity along the western coast of Southern Africa is set for significant enhancement following the signing of a memorandum of understanding and a commercial terms agreement between Telecom Namibia and Angola Telecom in Swakopmund. Through this agreement, Angola Telecom…...

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news. broadcastmediaafrica. com > 04/22/2026 > south-africa-icasa-to-reassess-regulation-of-ott-streaming-services

South Africa: ICASA To Reassess Regulation Of OTT Streaming Services

5+ day, 1+ hour ago  (419+ words) Broadcast Media Africa South Africa's communication regulator is launching an investigation into over-the-top (OTT) platforms, including popular services such as Whats App and Netflix, reigniting discussions about their impact on the country's telecommunications and broadcasting industries. The Independent Communications Authority…...

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news. broadcastmediaafrica. com > 04/21/2026 > uganda-unveils-national-internet-exchange-to-enhance-digital-autonomy

Uganda Unveils National Internet Exchange To Enhance Digital Autonomy

6+ day, 1+ hour ago  (175+ words) In a significant move to bolster its digital infrastructure, Uganda has officially launched the National IP Peering Exchange (NIPX), marking the country's first open Internet Exchange Point. The inauguration took place at the Uganda Media Centre, led by the Minister…...

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news. broadcastmediaafrica. com > 04/13/2026 > namibia-launches-us7-35-million-direct-to-home-satellite-project-to-bridge-digital-divide

Namibia Launches US$7. 35 Million Direct-To-Home Satellite Project To Bridge Digital Divide

2+ week, 1+ hour ago  (263+ words) Namibia is taking decisive action to launch a Direct-To-Home (DTH) satellite broadcasting project, a significant investment aimed at reducing the digital divide in the country. Emma Theofelus, the Minister of Information, Communication and Technology (ICT), announced this development while providing…...

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news. broadcastmediaafrica. com > 04/13/2026 > south-africa-act-sa-urges-icasa-to-enforce-must-carry-rules-for-community-channels-amid-dstv-policy-changes

South Africa: ACT-SA Urges ICASA To Enforce Must-Carry Rules For Community Channels Amid DStv Policy Changes

2+ week, 2+ hour ago  (395+ words) The Association of Community Television (ACT-SA) is urging South Africa's communications regulatory body to compel DStv to continue broadcasting community channels as the country transitions to new digital TV regulations. The Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (ICASA), however, has…...

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news. broadcastmediaafrica. com > 04/14/2026 > mtn-nigeria-and-huawei-achieve-breakthrough-with-first-25gbps-full-duplex-microwave-link-in-sub-saharan-africa

MTN Nigeria And Huawei Achieve Breakthrough With First 25 Gbps Full-Duplex Microwave Link In Sub-Saharan Africa

1+ week, 6+ day ago  (239+ words) We take pride in being the first mobile operator within the MTN Group, and across Sub-Saharan Africa, to test this advanced microwave data transmission technology. This underscores our strong commitment to innovation and the continuous evolution of our network capabilities…...

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news. broadcastmediaafrica. com > 04/13/2026 > ghana-prepares-for-wrc-27-national-spectrum-strategy-set-for-global-conference

Ghana Prepares For WRC-27: National Spectrum Strategy Set For Global Conference

2+ week, 1+ hour ago  (373+ words) Ghana has completed its second and final national preparatory meeting for the 2027 World Radiocommunication Conference (WRC-27). This meeting sets the stage for the country to present a unified position at upcoming regional forums leading up to the global conference set…...

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news. broadcastmediaafrica. com > 04/10/2026 > kenya-new-licensing-regulations-transform-satellite-internet-landscape

Kenya: New Licensing Regulations Transform Satellite Internet Landscape

2+ week, 3+ day ago  (213+ words) Kenya is experiencing a seismic shift in its satellite internet sector, as new licensing fees introduced by the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) are set to significantly affect providers such as Starlink. These regulatory changes aim to reshape the nation's…...

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news. broadcastmediaafrica. com > 04/03/2026 > airtel-reaches-new-heights-surpassing-650-million-customers-and-expanding-digital-connectivity

Airtel Reaches New Heights: Surpassing 650 Million Customers And Expanding Digital Connectivity

3+ week, 3+ day ago  (382+ words) Airtel has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the world's second-largest telecom operator, surpassing 650 million global customers across its operations. With a strong presence in both Africa (through Airtel Africa) and India (via Bharti Airtel), this achievement underscores the company's…...

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news. broadcastmediaafrica. com > 03/31/2026 > radio-broadcasters-africa-convention-to-examine-tools-for-advanced-audience-measurement-in-a-multi-platform-environment

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3+ week, 6+ day ago  (18+ words) Radio Broadcasters Africa Convention To Examine Tools For Advanced Audience Measurement In A Multi-Platform Environment'Broadcast Media Africa...