Orange Botswana, a mobile network operator, has opened a $5.2 million tier 3 data centre in the Botswana Digital Innovation Hub Science and Technology Park. According to Brelotte Ba, deputy CEO of Orange Middle East and Africa, the initiative would promote technological advancement and drive digital inclusion. According to him, the data centre is creating...
Malawi Communications Regulatory Authority (MACRA) has introduced the Central Equipment Identity Register (CEIR) system to protect mobile devices from theft and fraud. The solution, according to MACRA, will protect mobile phone customers from handset theft, prevent mobile money fraud, and identify counterfeit or cloned mobile devices. In an interview, MACRA Spokesperson Wezzie Nkhoma-Somba stated that...
GABORONE, Botswana, August 14, 2023/APO Group/ –Liquid Intelligent Technologies (https://www.Liquid.Tech/), a business of Cassava Technologies, a pan-African technology group, is proud to announce the launch of the Gaborone Metro Ring, a world-class, high-capacity, high-speed, and secure telecommunication network that will empower local businesses, providing a huge boost to Botswana’s economic growth. The Metro Ring...
Botswana Telecommunications Corporation (BTC) has extended network coverage from 2G to 4G LTE in 45 settlements in the country’s Okavango and Northwest regions. The development is part of the company’s efforts to improve network performance and increase mobile data use. The network renovation and expansion initiative, according to BTC Managing Director Anthony Masunga, will inspire...
Botswana Telecoms Corporation (BTC) is expediting the deployment of fibre networks in response to copper theft. The telecom provider said copper theft escalated in the last 24 months and caused immense disruption to the quality of service. Yesterday, BTC said it has now directed investments to accelerate de-coppering and to provide service through high-speed mobile,...
Paratus Botswana, a leading telecommunications solutions provider, announces the completion of its new metro fiber ring around Gaborone. The fiber network will provide fully secured, high-speed connectivity to businesses and individuals in the area. The metro fiber ring in Gaborone allows secure connectivity – and it is unique in that it is totally independent and...
The government of Botswana is opening its arms to the potential that artificial intelligence can have to help the country’s development. “Our government is dedicated to promoting public awareness and understanding of AI technologies. By engaging in open dialogue and fostering an environment of knowledge sharing, we can demystify AI and empower our citizens to...
Botswana intends to become a regional digital skills hub, said Thulagano Segokgo, Minister of Communications, Knowledge and Technology, who unveiled details of his plans this week. The minister said Botswana has bold ambitions of having future-oriented, skilled digital human capital so that it can catalyse and sustain innovation ecosystems. “It is imperative that Botswana, through...
Chinese tech giant Huawei has renewed its commitment to support Botswana in building ICT infrastructure. David Zhang, MD, Huawei Botswana, said the company has taken an active part in Botswana’s ICT planning and development and will assist the country roll out new tech facilities. “We have built successful relationships with local operators and enterprises, so...
Botswana Export Manufacturer Association (BEMA) is integrating its online store with the Pan-African Payment Settlement System (PAPSS) developed by AFREXIM Bank, to ease customer payments across Africa. This, after Botswana became the 46th state to ratify the African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA), which is expected to give companies on the continent access to a...
