Browsing: Access to internet

• Microsoft announced plans to deliver internet access through satellite to 10 million people, half of whom will live in Africa
• Microsoft and Viasat will work together to develop and test technologies, such as fixed wireless and satellites 
• Microsoft and Viasat will offer connectivity and digital literacy to improve healthcare, education, and economic productivity. 

Microsoft has announced plans to deliver internet access through satellite to 10 million people, half of whom will live in Africa, as part of its initiative to bridge the digital divide with the developing world.

At a Summit with African leaders in Washington, DC, hosted by President Joe Biden, the tech giant said it would commence the satellite project immediately, prioritising internet connection for the first time to Egypt, Senegal and Angola.

Microsoft announced plans to extend its operations in Nigeria and the Democratic Republic of the Congo and provide internet connectivity in more remote parts …

• Safaricom has rolled out a campaign to offer technological solutions for enterprise and the public sector
• The company said it is seeking to leverage its connectivity and experience to venture into the technology space by expanding its tech solutions in the areas of digital business
• Safaricom is banking on its recent efforts to enable it to play a bigger role in digitising and transforming businesses in various sectors, including education, health and manufacturing

Safaricom has rolled out a campaign to position tech solutions for enterprise and public sector customers.

The Kenya-based telco said it is seeking to leverage its connectivity and experience to venture into the technology space by expanding its tech solutions.

The expansion is in the areas of digital business through cloud computing, cyber security and the internet of things (IoT) underpinned by IT consulting services.

Besides reinforcing its new business strategy to become a technology company, the …