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The National Identification Authority (NIA), the Ghana Chamber of Telecommunications (GCT), and the Digital Chamber of Ghana (DCG) have reaffirmed their commitment to advancing a secure, efficient, and trusted digital ecosystem for Ghana.

During a high-level leadership engagement, the three institutions discussed strategic areas of collaboration—including biometric verification, interoperability, and data integrity—to enhance secure digital transactions across critical sectors. The meeting also served to formally introduce the new CEO of the Ghana Chamber of Telecommunications, Ms. Sylvia Owusu-Ankomah, to the leadership of the NIA and DCG.

The renewed collaboration builds on a long-standing partnership focused on driving Ghana’s inclusive digital transformation, deepening cybersecurity, and strengthening confidence in digital financial services and telecommunications infrastructure. By leveraging shared expertise and systems, the institutions aim to expand digital trust and support Ghana’s transition into a fully digitized economy.

Source: Chamber News Desk

The Ghana Chamber of Telecommunications, led by its Chief Executive Officer, Sylvia Owusu-Ankomah, has paid a courtesy call on the Minister for Communications, Digital Technology & Innovation, Hon. Samuel Nartey George, as part of efforts to deepen collaboration and strengthen policy alignment for Ghana’s digital growth.

The meeting focused on advancing shared priorities for the telecommunications and digital ecosystem, including sustaining a competitive industry, accelerating connectivity expansion, and safeguarding consumer interests nationwide. Discussions also touched on the need to support a robust digital infrastructure framework to enable innovation, inclusion, and secure digital participation for all Ghanaians.

The engagement underscores its continued role as the unified voice of Ghana’s telecom and digital sector. The visit marks a renewed commitment between industry and government to drive forward policies that support a secure, connected, and inclusive digital future.

The Chamber reiterated its readiness to work closely with the ministry to ensure the sustainability of the telecoms sector, promote investment, and advance digital transformation to benefit citizens, businesses, and the national economy.

Source: Chamber News Desk

A Dutch court reportedly ordered Meta Platforms to change the way Instagram and Facebook present content to users, taking aim at the company’s algorithm practices.

According to Reuters, the court ruled Meta Platforms must offer simpler options on user timelines that do not focus on making profit for the company, mainly ensuring the platforms’ do not rely on algorithms.

It further argued that the design of both platforms go against the principles of the European Union Digital Services Act (DSA), and it has been given two weeks to offer users a direct and simple way to opt out of timelines that offer recommended content.

A chronological based timeline must be offered, added the court.

In its decision, the court explained “people in the Netherlands are not sufficiently able to make free and autonomous choices about the use of profiled recommendation systems”.

The case was launched by digital rights group Bits of Freedom. Spokesperson for the group Maartje Knaap said it was “unacceptable a few American tech billionaires can determine how we view the world”.

Meta Platforms, which has stated it will appeal the decision, faces a fine of up to $5.8 million if it does not comply.

The case in the Netherlands is the company’s latest row in Europe. It is also facing heat from the European Commission over failing to remove illegal content on Facebook and Instagram.

Source: Mobile World Live

Indonesia’s Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs (Komdigi) temporarily suspended TikTok’s operating licence after it refused to hand over information about live streaming activity during protests in August.

Komdigi issued a statement explaining the move was prompted by the short-form video platform providing only partial data on its live streaming during the protests from 25 August to 30 August.

The Ministry stated it requested data on traffic information, live streaming activity and monetisation data on 16 September and gave the social media app owned by China-based ByteDance a deadline of 23 September.

TikTok stated in an official response that “internal policies and procedures governing how to handle and respond to data requests” meant it could not provide the information requested.

Komdigi stated TikTok’s failure to comply with the data request violated its obligations as a private electronic system operator, leading to temporary suspension measures as part of the Ministry’s oversight.

Source: Mobile World Live

The Nigerian Communications Satellite (NIGCOMSAT) and the Kenya Space Agency (KSA) have formed a cooperation to set a new course for Africa’s and security environment through leveraging satellite technology for broadband expansion.

Hillary Kipkosgey, director general of the KSA, recently visited NIGCOMSAT’s Ground Control station in Abuja to formalise the relationship.

The discussions revolved around Kenya’s desire to leverage NIGCOMSAT’s massive broadband capacity to expedite digital access in sectors such as education, defence, healthcare, fintech, and governance.

NIGCOMSAT’s managing director, Jane Egerton-Idehen, commended the collaboration as a critical step towards unlocking Africa’s digital potential.

“This collaboration is more than connectivity; it is about building resilient systems that safeguard sovereignty, enhance security, and ensure Africa takes its rightful place in the global space industry,” Egerton-Idehen said.

She emphasised Nigeria’s early commitment in space technology as a foundation for continental progress, noting that collaboration with Kenya is consistent with NIGCOMSAT’s mission of promoting socioeconomic development through satellite solutions.

NIGCOMSAT is already forecasting N8 billion ($5.4 million) in revenue over the next three years. With Kenya joining forces, the business sees an opportunity to expand its broadband coverage while also boosting Africa’s collective space ecosystem.

While, Kipkosgey emphasised Kenya’s preparedness to benefit from Nigeria’s knowledge, emphasising the importance of consistent, high-level engagements for Africa’s collective space objectives.

“We are here to build a closer working relationship with our Nigerian counterparts. To achieve meaningful progress, we need deeper engagement and more frequent dialogue,” he said.

The partnership is expected to translate into joint projects that expand broadband coverage in Kenya, strengthen regional security collaboration, and promote policy alignment in satellite governance. 

Source: IT Web Africa

Under the new framework, operators may act either as Infrastructure Operators (IOs), leasing their fiber to competitors, or as Commercial Operators (COs), offering services using other networks in areas where they lack coverage.

Morocco’s National Telecommunications Regulatory Agency (ANRT) has introduced a sweeping reform that obliges telecom operators to share their fiber optic infrastructure, a move set to transform the country’s digital landscape.

The ruling, issued on March 4 under decision DG/05/2025, lays out technical and pricing rules that require the country’s three major players—Maroc Telecom, Orange, and Inwi—to open their networks to rivals.

Under the new framework, operators may act either as Infrastructure Operators (IOs), leasing their fiber to competitors, or as Commercial Operators (COs), offering services using other networks in areas where they lack coverage. To ensure fairness, infrastructure providers must grant non-discriminatory access and publish transparent pricing, including for after-sales services. The decision also introduces automated web-based systems to streamline service requests and support between IOs and COs.

The reform aims to prevent the duplication of networks, accelerate fiber rollout, and avoid the disputes that previously hampered ADSL copper-sharing efforts. It also directly challenges the long-standing dominance of Maroc Telecom, whose market leadership has been criticized for stifling competition. The regulatory shake-up comes as Mohamed Benchaaboun takes over leadership following the departure of Abdeslam Ahizoune, who held the position for 27 years amid accusations of anti-competitive practices.

Inwi has already acted on the ruling, granting competitors access to its Fiber-to-the-Home (FTTH) network from March 13. Other operators are expected to follow suit in the coming weeks.

The decision aligns with Morocco’s Digital 2030 strategy, which aims to grow fiber-ready households from 1.5 million in 2022 to 5.6 million by 2030. Fewer than one million households currently subscribe to fiber, but planned investments of MAD 20 billion ($2 billion) are expected to rapidly increase availability.

While consumer pricing remains regulated, industry analysts anticipate gradual reductions as infrastructure is shared more widely and costs are optimized. The framework is also seen as critical groundwork for 5G deployment, with spectrum tenders expected to be announced at GITEX Africa in Marrakech next month.

By enforcing infrastructure sharing, Morocco’s telecom regulator aims to boost competition, expand connectivity nationwide, and improve affordability, while ensuring that infrastructure spending is maximized across the sector.

Source: Tech Africa News

By Mike Robuck

A coalition of 20 U.S. national security experts has strongly opposed the decision to allow Nvidia to resume sales of its H20 AI chip to China, warning it poses a serious threat to U.S. economic and military superiority in artificial intelligence (AI).

In a letter addressed to U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick on July 28, the experts criticized the move as a “strategic misstep,” stressing that the H20 chip—though redesigned to comply with October 2023 export controls under President Joe Biden—remains a potent accelerator for China’s AI ambitions.

The H20, optimized for AI inference tasks, was specifically tailored to bypass U.S. export restrictions. According to the letter, the chip surpasses even the high-performance H100, which is currently restricted due to its cutting-edge capabilities.

The experts warned that allowing H20 sales to China would not only reduce availability for U.S. developers but also potentially bolster China’s military AI development, thereby weakening the integrity of U.S. export controls. “This is not a question of trade. It is a question of national security,” the letter asserted.

Signatories include prominent figures such as Matt Pottinger, former Deputy National Security Advisor under President Trump, Stewart Baker, a former Homeland Security official; and David Feith, a former National Security Council member.

The opposition comes amid heightened scrutiny of U.S.-China tech competition. Last week, the Trump campaign unveiled an AI Action Plan aimed at reinforcing U.S. leadership in the field. Meanwhile, a House panel on China has also urged the Commerce Department to halt Nvidia’s sales to the Chinese market.

Source: Mobile World Live

The Tanzania Telecommunications Corporation (TTCL) has unveiled a new Three-Year Business Strategic Plan (2025/26–2027/28) aimed at enhancing digital inclusion and national development through modern, accessible communication services.

Presented to the Ministry of Information, Communication, and Information Technology in Dodoma, the strategy was introduced by TTCL Director General Moremi Marwa. He noted the plan’s core focus is to improve the quality of life for Tanzanians by providing reliable, inclusive, and future-ready digital infrastructure.

The strategy positions TTCL as a self-sustaining, efficient, and value-generating institution aligned with national development goals. It also signals TTCL’s readiness to adapt to global ICT trends while ensuring all citizens benefit from affordable, high-quality connectivity.

Permanent Secretary Mohammed Khamis Abdulla, who chaired the session, reaffirmed the Ministry’s support for TTCL’s transformation agenda.

Source: Tech Africa News |

Econet Wireless is leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) and expanded 5G infrastructure to boost network demand and improve service delivery across Zimbabwe.

In its latest trade update for the quarter ending May 31, company secretary Tatenda Ngowe revealed that Econet has accelerated its shift to a services-led model, integrating AI-driven tools with upgraded network infrastructure and digital platforms to deepen customer insights.

“AI-based applications are becoming core to our processes, enabling us to understand usage patterns and deliver hyper-personalized services,” Ngowe stated.

As a result of these innovations, Econet reported a significant rise in performance metrics—data traffic more than doubled year-on-year, while voice volumes rose by 44%, driven by rising demand for digital connectivity and an expanding ecosystem of services.

To support this growth, Econet deployed 20 new network sites and broadened its 5G coverage across the country. The company underscored that data services will remain central to the future of telecoms in Zimbabwe, presenting major opportunities for long-term value creation.

Source: IT Web Africa |