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🌍📡🚀 Exciting updates from the African tech and telecom sectors! 1. Meta Platforms is shutting down Workplace, the enterprise version of Facebook, to focus on AI and metaverse technologies. Existing customers will transition to Zoom Video Communications' Workvivo product. 2. Sofrecom Maroc is accelerating digital transformation in Africa with the upcoming 2nd edition of GITEX Africa in Marrakech. The event aims to drive technological advancements across various sectors. 3. Egypt-based fintech MNZL secures $3.5 million in Seed funding to revolutionize credit access using tangible assets like homes and cars. 4. 12 ride-hailing companies in Nigeria to offer health insurance to drivers, addressing long-standing welfare concerns and improving working conditions. 5. A report highlights human errors as the primary cause of data breaches globally, emphasizing the importance of cybersecurity awareness and preventive actions. Stay informed with the latest updates at www.possible.africa. #TechNews #Telecom #DigitalEnergy #Africa

🌍📡🚀 Exciting news in African tech and telecom! From Meta closing Workplace to MNZL's funding round, here are the top stories: 1. Meta Platforms announces the shutdown of Workplace, its enterprise Facebook version, to focus on AI and metaverse technologies. 2. Sofrecom Maroc plays a key role in accelerating digital transformation across Africa with the upcoming GITEX Africa event. 3. Egypt's fintech MNZL raises $3.5 million in Seed funding led by P1 Ventures and Localglobe. 4. Twelve ride-hailing companies in Nigeria commit to offering health benefits to drivers in a landmark agreement. 5. A report highlights that data breaches globally are often due to human errors, as revealed in a study by Verizon Business. 👉 Visit www.possible.africa for more details. #TechNews #Telecom #DigitalEnergy #Africa

Vodafone has connected the rural town of Bobbio in Northern Italy to our Fixed Wireless Access 5G technology! 🌐📶👏 Previously the town had very limited access to internet services, but residents, businesses and tourists can now stream videos, benefit from remote learning and enjoy better quality of voice calls to friends and family outside the area – something I think we can all take for granted! 📱 And that’s not all… In addition to setting up the network, Vodafone is using Big Data solutions to monitor the performance of the network, to ensure consistent connectivity and identify any areas of improvement. 📳✅ Want to learn more? Read the full story below ⤵️ #Connectivity #5G #Inclusion #DigitalDivide #Digitalisation

🔥 Featuring 1,000 global enterprises and startups, 25,000+ high-quality tech buyers, and 250+ active investorsfrom 120+ countries, GITEX ASIA will spotlight transformative sectors like AI, Data Centres, Cybersecurity, and Health Tech. With top minds driving cutting-edge conferences, this is where innovation meets opportunity. 👉 Don’t just hear about the future—be part of shaping it: https://bit.ly/4c1Vl8I

𝐀𝐏𝐀𝐂 5𝐆: 𝐀 𝐏𝐚𝐭𝐡 𝐨𝐟 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐭𝐡 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐑𝐞𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 The APAC region is positioning itself as a global leader in 5G, with an investment of USD 259 billion in infrastructure by 2030. This ambitious drive is expected to generate USD 133 billion in economic benefits, reflecting the significant role 5G will play in shaping the region’s digital future. The focus remains on both expanding networks and enhancing the quality and impact of 5G services. 𝑲𝒆𝒚 𝒊𝒏𝒔𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒕𝒔: 🔹Advanced markets like #Australia, #Japan, and #SouthKorea are spearheading innovative 5G applications, from AR/VR to smart cities, setting new benchmarks for user experience and digital transformation. 🔹Southeast Asia and Oceania are projected to reach 560 million 5G subscriptions by 2029, making up 43% of all mobile connections. #Malaysia, in particular, stands out with its 4th global ranking in 5G download speeds, showcasing the region’s potential. 🔹Emerging markets like #Vietnam and #Indonesia face challenges in spectrum allocation and rollout, but strategic investments are gradually overcoming these hurdles, paving the way for broader digital inclusion. The region’s progress highlights the growing emphasis on building advanced #5G networks while refining service quality to meet the diverse needs of different markets. As telecom companies resume spending and focus on future-ready infrastructure, APAC is set to drive digital transformation and unlock new opportunities across businesses and communities alike. #Telecom #DigitalTransformation #APAC #Innovation

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Africa’s telecom evolution is empowering industries and communities. From tech startups to major players, everyone stands to benefit. Let’s look at some factors fueling this growth. 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗙𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗲𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀 🔗 ↳ Tech giants like Google and Meta are joining forces to build infrastructure, including undersea cables and datacenters, bolstering connectivity. 𝗛𝘆𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗲 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 📈 ↳ Africa is gaining traction as a digital hub, with projections aiming for $82 billion in telecom revenue by 2029. 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗽𝘀 💼  ↳ The African tech startups scene is leveraging this enhanced connectivity, driving innovation in fintech, healthtech, and agritech sectors. 𝗙𝗶𝗯𝗲𝗿-𝗢𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 🌐 ↳ Investments in fiber-optic networks are helping improve internet speeds and reduce costs, especially in urban areas. 𝗘𝗻𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗱 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗙𝗼𝗰𝘂𝘀 🔒  ↳ With digital growth comes the need for stronger cybersecurity, pushing telecoms to prioritise data protection and resilience. 𝟱𝗚 𝗥𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘂𝘁𝘀 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 ⚡ ↳ As 5G networks expand, Africa’s mobile-first population will benefit from faster speeds and improved connectivity, reducing data costs and fueling further digital transformation. . . . 💬 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀? What opportunities and challenges lie ahead for telecom in Africa? *** My name is Stella Matutina Karangwa, and I share African Markets & Digital Infrastructure insights. ➳ 👍, 🔃, 💬 If my content resonates with you #africatech #ai #digitalinfrastructure #datacenter #digitaltransformation #telecoms #construction #realestate #emergingmarkets

🌅 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵 𝗥𝗶𝘀𝗲𝘀: 𝗔 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝟱𝗚 𝗣𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗳𝘁? As the U.S. steps into a new political chapter, a similar power shift is happening in the world of telecommunications—a space where emerging players are redefining global influence. I’m reflecting on my recent experience in Istanbul—a city that bridges continents and now, increasingly, innovation. I’m struck by how Turkey and other nations in the Global South are now powering ahead in 5G connectivity. 𝗜𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗯𝘂𝗹 is fast becoming a major tech and telecoms hub, leading the charge in 5G across the Middle East and Africa. With giants like Huawei and Nokia fueling this digital revolution, Turkey’s ambitious 5G drive is reshaping regional connectivity and bringing the Global South to the forefront of the next digital era. The question now is: 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗿𝗼𝗹𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗨.𝗦. 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗱𝘆𝗻𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗿𝗮𝗽𝗶𝗱𝗹𝘆 𝗲𝘃𝗼𝗹𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗲? Watch the full video to explore how emerging markets are setting the pace in connectivity and what this could mean for the future of global tech power. #5G #GlobalSouth #Telecommunications #DigitalRevolution #Connectivity

Hi everyone! I came across some interesting data from the Vietnam ICT Reports 2024/2025, and I thought it might be helpful for those of you navigating the tech industry or exploring opportunities in Vietnam: - $142B in revenue for 2023 - 18,000+ software firms - 78+ million Internet users - 95.7% of the population owns a smartphone - 560,000+ IT-related labor force, with over 50,000 IT graduates annually The rapid growth of the ICT sector shows incredible potential for both local and global partnerships. Below is the specific information you can refer to, I hope these insights are useful for anyone looking to tap into Vietnam's vibrant tech ecosystem! #VietnamICT #TechGrowth #GlobalOpportunities #ICTReports

Hi everyone! I came across some interesting data from the Vietnam ICT Reports 2024/2025, and I thought it might be helpful for those of you navigating the tech industry or exploring opportunities in Vietnam: - $142B in revenue for 2023 - 18,000+ software firms - 78+ million Internet users - 95.7% of the population owns a smartphone - 560,000+ IT-related labor force, with over 50,000 IT graduates annually The rapid growth of the ICT sector shows incredible potential for both local and global partnerships. Below is the specific information you can refer to, I hope these insights are useful for anyone looking to tap into Vietnam's vibrant tech ecosystem! #VietnamICT #TechGrowth #GlobalOpportunities #ICTReports