6G is the next mobile telephony technology which will succeed 5G. While it is currently in the research and development phase, the ITU wants to put in place a roadmap to facilitate its deployment. The International Telecommunications Union (ITU) announced on Thursday, November 30, that it had published the standards development framework for sixth generation mobile...
The Somali government is stepping up actions to accelerate the development of ICT while the national Internet penetration rate is 9.8%. The executive is negotiating with satellite internet provider Starlink to launch its services in the country. Somalia will benefit from support from the International Telecommunications Union (ITU) to develop its information and communications technology (ICT)...
Doreen Bogdan-Martin, secretary-general of the International Telecommunications Union (ITU), says satellite networks are critical for improving access to information, education, health, and other key services. She believes half way through the United Nations 2030 Agenda, satellite can assist re-establish the Sustainable Development Goals. “With 2.6 billion people still offline worldwide, satellites are a critical part...
Technological literacy and a lack of relevant content are muting global internet penetration rates, despite the cost of services reducing across the board.
The International Telecommunications Union (ITU) has appealed to governments in developing countries, including Nigeria, to lower taxes targeted at telecommunications sector. The United Nation’s arm in charge of telecommunications said this was the only way the countries could achieve affordable internet access for the people. Nigeria is one of the countries in Africa where cost...
