Africa’s digital paradox: networks expand, but affordability locks millions out

Despite impressive strides in mobile network expansion across Sub-Saharan Africa, a new GSMA report reveals that millions remain offline — not due to lack of coverage, but because of high device costs and digital illiteracy. The paradox lies in progress: while 75% of newly connected global areas last year were in Sub-Saharan Africa, the continent […]

Safran to open Morocco’s first aircraft engine manufacturing plant in Casablanca, King Mohammed VI chairs presentation ceremony & launch of construction works of the complex

French Safran Group announced Monday the setting up of Morocco’s first aircraft engine manufacturing complex in Nouaceur, near Casablanca. The initiative was officially presented during a high-profile ceremony presided over by King Mohammed VI, who was accompanied by Crown Prince Moulay El Hassan. The new industrial complex, located within the Midparc integrated aerospace platform, will […]

Togo’s delayed legislative election underway after divisive constitutional reforms

Some 4.2 million eligible Togolese citizens vote in delayed and controversial legislative elections this Monday (29 April) to decide if President Faure Gnassingbe will extend his family’s decades-long grip on power. Voting got under way following approval of divisive constitutional reforms by the outgoing parliament that opponents have called a “constitutional coup” because of concerns […]