Nigeria awards Thales contract for new satellite to expand digital connectivity

Chamaine ChaferaNews, Technology

Nigeria is strengthening its satellite communications infrastructure after government-owned NIGCOMSAT signed an agreement with Thales Alenia Space to develop a new telecommunications satellite aimed at expanding connectivity across Africa. Known as NigComSat-2A, the geostationary satellite is being designed to provide a range of communications services, including television broadcasting, broadband internet, …

Uganda Strengthens Digital Identity and E-Government Strategy as ICT Investment Accelerates

Chamaine ChaferaTechnology

Uganda is intensifying efforts to modernise public services and digital infrastructure as the government positions technology at the centre of national development and economic transformation. In announcements made this week, officials confirmed that Uganda will continue expanding its digital government strategy through investment in national backbone infrastructure, cybersecurity systems, digital …

Nigeria Expands Instant Payment Infrastructure to Power Next Phase of Digital Economy

Chamaine ChaferaTechnology

Nigeria is advancing its digital payments ecosystem with new upgrades to its instant payment infrastructure, reinforcing its position as one of Africa’s leading fintech markets. In recent developments, the Nigeria Inter-Bank Settlement System (NIBSS) confirmed enhancements to its real-time payments platform, aimed at improving transaction speed, reliability, and interoperability across …