Kenya is moving fast to claim a bigger role in Africa’s digital trade, targeting infrastructure gaps and payment hurdles through state and international alliances.
Vodacom is putting more than ZAR 500 million into Western Cape network upgrades, pushing 5G expansion, stronger backup power, and cheaper digital access for communities that have been left out.
Ke Nako Capital has deepened its role in South Africa’s digital infrastructure, co-investing in Vox, Frogfoot, and Hypa in a R14.4 billion deal. The move shows how private equity in the country is growing up.
Russia is moving to supply gas turbine power plants to Togo and Niger, putting pressure on Nigeria's role as both countries face blackouts and rising debts.
Africa’s digital boom is pushing data centres to expand fast. Operators must grow without wasting power or water.
Vodacom South Africa and SmartOps Fleet are rolling out a plan to put up to 55,000 vehicles—mostly electric—on e-hailing platforms, opening the door for 110,000 new driver slots.
Africa’s infrastructure corridors are at a crossroads. Governments want to turn mineral wealth into regional industry, but face tangled governance and shaky financing.
Mobily plans a 140 Tbps Red Sea subsea cable between Saudi Arabia and Egypt. Bluebird Fiber and MOSAIC-5G also announce major network upgrades and private 5G projects.
The Port of Lamu just handled its biggest container vessel yet. The MV Hamouna unloaded 5,200 TEUs, putting Lamu ahead of Mombasa for single-vessel throughput.
Nigeria’s aviation minister says $500 million for the Murtala Muhammed International Airport rebuild comes straight from fuel subsidy savings. The move signals a new way of funding big projects.
DP World has signed two MOUs with Ogun State and Ogun Deep Sea Port Company Ltd to explore a major new port and economic zone. The project could turn Ogun into a key trade hub.
