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Unleashing AI’s potential in Africa requires bold action on infrastructure

Developing Telecoms

As one of the defining technologies of the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR), AI holds immense promise for transforming key sectors such as agriculture, healthcare, education, manufacturing, and tourism. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a distant concept for Africa - it is a present-day economic and social force.

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MTN Rwanda launches 5G in Kigali with eye on industrial use cases

Developing Telecoms

MTN Rwanda commercially launched its 5G service on Tuesday, starting with 51 sites in Kigali, with plans to scale up the network to target enterprise sectors including industrial, healthcare, and education.

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Texas launches $3.8bn broadband grant programme

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Acting Comptroller Kelly Hancock described access to high-speed internet as a necessity in the modern era, critical not only for education and business but also for healthcare and daily life.

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The impact of AI, GenAI and data modernization in healthcare

HCL Tech

The impact of AI, GenAI and data modernization in healthcare Content Group Article pallavi.parashar Mon, 05/12/2025 - 03:35 Trends Channel AI The healthcare industry is undergoing a major transformation, driven by artificial intelligence (AI) , its subset generative AI (GenAI) and data modernization.

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Huawei outlines framework for ‘industrial intelligence’ at MWC 2025 

Total Telecom

Thirdly, we must develop high-performance AI products that seamlessly integrate with open-source models, enhance AI development toolchains, and collaborate with industry partners, enabling AI to shift from technical showmanship to broad, inclusive accessibility, accelerating transformation in industries like healthcare and education.

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Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison Becomes First Mobile Operator in Southeast Asia to Deploy AI-RAN with Nokia and NVIDIA

Total Telecom

Indosat built a Sovereign AI Factory in Indonesia, to enable enterprises, startups and government entities to create local AI applications across healthcare, education, and agriculture. This initiative aligns with Indonesia’s national AI strategy, positioning Indosat as both a connectivity provider and an AI service enabler.

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Kenya Launches Fibre Project to Boost Digital Links in Horn of Africa

VoIP Review

Complementary efforts in infrastructure such as roads, clean water, healthcare, and education aim to boost connectivity and quality of life in border regions. The countries emphasize that enhanced digital services are integral to socio-economic development. HoAGDP’s broader goal is to strengthen cross-border infrastructure.