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The protracted history of internet shutdowns in Africa

The protracted history of internet shutdowns in Africa

Internet shutdowns have become a motif in Africa. African leaders restrict internet access for the flimsiest motives. It could be to prevent exam malpractice, disperse protests, or mitigate against misinformation.

Nigerians underuse their mobile devices and mobile internet, says report

Nigerians underuse their mobile devices and mobile internet, says report

A new report by KaiOS Technologies have found that Nigerians underutilize mobile internet and mobile devices

[Updated] Why MTN customers have been experiencing slow internet speed

[Updated] Why MTN customers have been experiencing slow internet speed

MTN apologizes for slow Internet speed and difficulties customers have been experiencing in accessing data services. The problem is beyond its control.

Right of Way charges have been baulking broadband penetration

Right of Way charges have been baulking broadband penetration

State governors disrespected the harmonization of RoW charges policy. The disregard span the lifetime of the first national broadband plan. What's the way forward?