MTN and ZTE claim first 5G marine network in Africa— by Thecla Mbongue, Omdia research manager for the Middle East and Africa. In South Africa, MTN's 5G network covered 44% of the South African population in the third quarter of 2024, up from 25% in 2023. MTN Congo-Brazzaville pioneers 5G in Central Africa— by Thecla Mbongue, Omdia research manager for the Middle East and Africa. Vodacom South Africa sells low-cost 4G cloud-based phones— by Thecla Mbongue, Omdia research manager for the Middle East and Africa. Safaricom introduces a standing order feature for M-Pesa users— by Danson Njue, Omdia senior research analyst, Middle East and Africa.

Source: The North Africa Journal October 11, 2024 18:35 UTC