Digitaleconomymag

29/07/2025

Groupe Sonatel appoints Brelotte Ba as new CEO
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Sonatel Group, a subsidiary of global telecommunications giant Orange, has appointed Brelotte Ba as its new Chief Executive Officer. Ba succeeds Sékou Drame, who has led the company since 2018 and will conclude his tenure on July 31, 2025.

The Senegalese national telecom announced that Ba, with 24 years of telecommunications experience, will steer the company toward maintaining its leadership in Africa’s digital economy and advancing digital transformation across the continent. His appointment follows a distinguished tenure as Deputy Managing Director of Orange Middle East and Africa since 2022.
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Read more: https://digitaleconomymag.com/sonatel-group-appoints-brelotte-ba-as-new-ceo/
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Sonatel Group, a subsidiary of global telecommunications giant Orange, has appointed Brelotte Ba as its new Chief Executive Officer,. Ba succeeds Sékou Drame, who has led the company since 2018 and will conclude his tenure on July 31, 2025. The Senegalese national telecom announced that Ba, with 24...

29/07/2025

Africa Digital Economy Awards, Africa’s digital Oscars turns 10, hosts awards in Kenya
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The Africa Digital Economy Awards (ADEA), Africa’s biggest technology awards, marks its 10th anniversary in 2025, celebrating a decade of honoring the visionaries and organizations driving Africa’s digital transformation. Launched in the mid-2010s, ADEA has become the continent’s premier platform recognizing excellence across fintech, healthtech, edtech, infrastructure, and more.
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Read more: https://digitaleconomymag.com/africa-digital-economy-awards-africas-digital-oscars-turns-10-hosts-awards-in-kenya/
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The Africa Digital Economy Awards (ADEA), Africa’s biggest technology awards, marks its 10th anniversary in 2025, celebrating a decade of honoring the visionaries and organizations driving Africa’s digital transformation. Launched in the mid-2010s, ADEA has become the continent’s premier platf...

28/07/2025

Be part of the Africa Digital Economy Awards (ADEA) 2025
📅 Date: 11th September 2025
📍 Venue: Emara Ole-Sereni Hotel, Nairobi
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Celebrating 10 Years of Excellence in Africa’s Digital Revolution
Join us for the landmark 10th edition of the Africa Digital Economy Awards (ADEA) — the continent’s premier platform honouring trailblazers who are transforming Africa’s digital future.

From groundbreaking innovations to visionary leadership, ADEA 2025 will spotlight the people, organizations, and ideas driving Africa’s tech evolution across sectors.

This milestone celebration is more than an award ceremony — it’s a powerful gathering of the continent’s digital champions, tech pioneers, and decision-makers.

Be seen. Be celebrated. Be part of Africa’s digital legacy.
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For nominations or inquiries: +254 727 101122 or [email protected] or visit our website: http://adea.digitaleconomymag.com/
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28/07/2025

Innovation is an inexhaustible engine for economic development—when you embrace bold ideas, you unlock new opportunities, drive progress, and shape a future filled with possibilities.

Keep pushing boundaries. The world moves forward when you dare to think differently. 💡🚀
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23/07/2025

Oklo Inc, Vertiv team up for AI data centers with nuclear power
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Oklo Inc., a pioneer in advanced nuclear technology, and Vertiv, a global leader in critical digital infrastructure, have announced a groundbreaking collaboration to develop tailored power and thermal management solutions for hyperscale and colocation data centers.

The partnership leverages steam and electricity from Oklo’s Aurora powerhouse to drive Vertiv’s cutting-edge cooling systems, aiming to meet the surging energy demands of AI and high-performance computing.
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Read Story: https://digitaleconomymag.com/oklo-vertiv-team-up-for-ai-data-centers-with-nuclear-power/
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Oklo Inc., a pioneer in advanced nuclear technology, and Vertiv, a global leader in critical digital infrastructure, have announced a groundbreaking collaboration to develop tailored power and thermal management solutions for hyperscale and colocation data centers. The partnership leverages steam an...

23/07/2025

e& and 4iG partner to explore digital infrastructure projects
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e& and 4iG Nyrt. Group have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore working together on key digital infrastructure projects.

The MoU calls for future collaboration on building and operating advanced digital networks and data systems, which includes joint projects like subsea and land-based cables, data centres, and other efforts to improve digital links between the Middle East, North Africa, and Europe.
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Read Story: https://digitaleconomymag.com/e-and-4ig-partner-to-explore-digital-infrastructure-projects/
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e& and 4iG Group have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore working together on key digital infrastructure projects. The MoU calls for future collaboration on building and operating advanced digital networks and data systems, which includes joint projects like subsea and land-based c...

23/07/2025

Econet Group shifts to digital services with AI integration and 5G expansion
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Econet Wireless Zimbabwe is embracing artificial intelligence (AI) and expanding its 5G network to meet soaring data demand, marking a significant step in its shift toward a digital services-led model.

Company Secretary Tatenda Ngowe highlighted the mobile operator’s progress for the quarter ending May 31, noting that Econet leveraged its upgraded network infrastructure, financial platforms, and AI-driven solutions to enhance operational efficiency.
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Read More: https://digitaleconomymag.com/econet-shifts-to-digital-services-with-ai-integration-and-5g-expansion/
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Econet Wireless Zimbabwe is embracing artificial intelligence (AI) and expanding its 5G network to meet soaring data demand, marking a significant step in its shift toward a digital services-led model. Company Secretary Tatenda Ngowe highlighted the mobile operator’s progress for the quarter endin...

21/07/2025

In today’s fast-moving world, avoiding risks is the biggest risk of all. If you want to grow in your career or business, bold moves are the only strategy that works.
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Step into Monday with purpose. 💯
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17/07/2025

Building the Infrastructure for Kenya’s Digital Leap
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Kenya is entering a new digital era, one defined by accelerated connectivity, data growth and the move towards artificial intelligence (AI). But to fully make use of these opportunities, the country must address the infrastructure demands driving tomorrow’s digital economy.

Across Africa – and notably in Kenya – connectivity has surged. The country is home to some of the continent’s fastest-growing mobile and internet pe*******on rates, and with 4G already dominant, 5G is poised to accelerate that trajectory.

By: Wojtek Piorko, Managing Director, Africa - Vertiv
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Read Article: https://digitaleconomymag.com/building-the-infrastructure-for-kenyas-digital-leap/
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Wojtek Piorko Kenya is entering a new digital era, one defined by accelerated connectivity, data growth and the move towards artificial intelligence (AI). But to fully make use of these opportunities, the country must address the infrastructure demands driving tomorrow’s digital economy. Across Af...

17/07/2025

AI might be the future—but its infrastructure could hold it back
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) is evolving rapidly from speculative investment to an operational tool. But behind the headlines about model breakthroughs and generative capabilities lies a less discussed reality; AI workloads are already colliding with the physical limits of our digital infrastructure.

By: Jon Abbott
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Read Article: https://digitaleconomymag.com/ai-might-be-the-future-but-its-infrastructure-could-hold-it-back/
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Jon Abbot Artificial Intelligence (AI) is evolving rapidly from speculative investment to an operational tool. But behind the headlines about model breakthroughs and generative capabilities lies a less discussed reality; AI workloads are already colliding with the physical limits of our digital infr...

15/07/2025

Check Point Software Technologies appoints Diego Arrabal as EEMEA VP
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Check Point Software Technologies, a global leader in cyber-security solutions, has appointed Diego Arrabal as Vice President for Eastern Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EEMEA).

The announcement positions Arrabal, based in Dubai, to lead operations across the diverse EEMEA region, advancing the company’s mission to deliver AI-powered security solutions amid a rapidly evolving threat landscape.
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Read Story: https://digitaleconomymag.com/check-point-software-appoints-diego-arrabal-as-eemea-vp/
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Check Point Software Technologies, a global leader in cyber security solutions, has appointed Diego Arrabal as Vice President for Eastern Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EEMEA). The announcement positions Arrabal, based in Dubai, to lead operations across the diverse EEMEA region, advancing the...

15/07/2025

CityFibre lands £2.3bn for massive UK broadband push
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CityFibre, the UK’s leading alternative network provider, has secured a £2.3 billion financing package to fuel its ambitious growth plans, accelerate customer connections, and spearhead consolidation in the fragmented altnet sector.
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Read Story: https://digitaleconomymag.com/cityfibre-lands-2-3bn-for-massive-uk-broadband-push/
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CityFibre, the UK’s leading alternative network provider, has secured a £2.3 billion financing package to fuel its ambitious growth plans, accelerate customer connections, and spearhead consolidation in the fragmented altnet sector. The landmark deal, announced today, includes £500 million in ne...