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Here is a brief overview of the week’s news on Communications Africa, from 4th - 8th December 2017

Infobip launches mobile messaging platform for Tele2

Global cloud communications provider Infobip has rolled out advanced, high-volume, two-way messaging service to Tele2’s business customers across five countries. Click here to read the full story.

T-Mobile, Ericsson exceed 1 Gbps with LAA demo

T-Mobile and Ericsson have partnered to be the first in the world to demonstrate speeds exceeding 1 Gbps using 12-layer Licensed Assisted Access (LAA) technology. Click here to read the full story.

MTN signs partnership with Cisco Jasper to enable IoT connectivity

MTN has joined forces Cisco Jasper to enable their business customers throughout South Africa to deliver Internet of Things (IoT) services worldwide. Click here to read the full story.

Opera launches web payment solution in Kenya

Opera has launched a new web payment platform OPay in Kenya, aiming to boost Africa’s digital economy. Click here to read the full story.

SEACOM debuts LEO satellite service, enhancing connectivity in South Africa; industry leaders endorse its potential for digital transformation. (Image source: Adobe Stock)

Paratus Group pioneers fastest fiber express route linking Johannesburg to Europe, revolutionising telecommunications with low latency and high-speed connectivity. (Image source: Adobe Stock)

Empowering girls through innovation in education across Africa. (Image source: Adobe Stock)

(L-R): Dr Diane Karusisi, CEO, Bank of Kigali and Dr Reda Helal, group managing director – processing, Africa and co-head group processing, Network International. (Image source: Network International)

Kagiso Mothibi, MTN SA’s general manager for fintech products and services. (Image source: MTN)

Huawei Cloud pledges US$10mn in credits, aims to support 100 Nigerian startups, fostering innovation & digital transformation. (Image source: Adobe Stock)

Microsoft envisions AI empowering Africa's progress, highlighting strategies for governance and partnerships to ensure equitable advancement. (Image source: Adobe Stock)

American Tower and ProFuturo join forces to revolutionise education in Africa, bridging the digital divide and empowering underserved communities. (Image source: Adobe Stock)

Orange Digital Center and Coursera join forces to offer free certification courses for new digital professions. (Image source: Adobe Stock)

Africa Data Centres & DPA SA pioneer solar farm for sustainable data solutions in South Africa. (Image source: African Data Centres)

MTN leads South Africa's mobile networks with exceptional speeds, while Vodacom excels in 5G. (Image source: Adobe Stock)

MainOne, an Equinix subsidiary, partners with Akwa Ibom state for high-speed connectivity, enhancing Nigeria's digital landscape. (Image source: Adobe Stock)

Debbie Beech, country manager: SA and SADC at cybersecurity expert, Exclusive Networks Africa. (Image source: Exclusive Networks Africa)

South African government plans to extend Wi-Fi connectivity to 5.5 million households in rural and township regions over the course of the next three to four years. (Image source: Adobe Stock)

MTN & Airtel create APEP to boost mobile money in Congo. (Image source: Adobe Stock)