Author: ITPulse

Infobip, a global leader in cloud communications, has elevated Mirza Bukva to the position of Director of Operator Partnerships for the Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) region. This strategic appointment underscores Infobip’s commitment to strengthening its partnerships and driving innovation across this diverse and crucial market. Bukva brings nearly a decade of invaluable experience to his new role, having demonstrated exceptional leadership within Infobip’s telecom partnerships department. Notably, as Head of Telecom Partnerships for Africa, he successfully optimized connectivity, monetized telecom products, and managed critical partnerships. His background also includes a strong foundation in sales and analytics, allowing him…

The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) is intensifying its efforts to cultivate global partnerships and has announced a collaboration with SGgrow, a firm dedicated to identifying and supporting promising Nigerian startups and connecting them with global ecosystems. The partnership aims to accelerate inclusive growth, drive innovation, and attract investment into Nigeria’s burgeoning digital economy. The deal was highlighted during a recent meeting at the NITDA Headquarters with Mr. Hiro Mashita, the founder of SGgrow. NITDA Director General, Kashifu Inuwa, CCIE, who joined the engagement virtually, emphasized the agency’s proactive approach to international collaboration, particularly its strong existing relationship with…

Zinox Technologies Limited, a leading ICT solutions provider in West Africa, has engaged with the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFUND) in Abuja, marking a significant step towards advancing innovation and sustainable energy solutions within Nigeria’s tertiary education landscape. Under the theme “Advancing Innovation for a Sustainable Future,” the meeting aimed to establish a collaborative framework for technological transformation. A high-powered Zinox delegation, led by Chairman Dr. Leo Stan Ekeh, met with TETFUND Executive Secretary Arc. Sonny Echono and his senior management team. The core outcome of the discussions was the formation of a strategic partnership focused on delivering renewable energy…

The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) is ramping up its efforts to forge impactful global partnerships to foster inclusive growth, drive innovation, and accelerate technological advancement across Nigeria. This strategic direction was emphasized during a recent meeting at NITDA Headquarters. While Director General of NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa, CCIE, participated virtually due to a scheduled meeting with Google in the United States regarding national sovereign infrastructure investments, Mr. Oladejo Olawumi, Director of the Information Technology Infrastructural Solutions Department, represented him at the meeting. The meeting centered on discussions with Mr. Hiro Mashita, founder of SGgrow, a firm focused on identifying…

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) yesterday convened a virtual stakeholder engagement forum to discuss the draft guidance on unutilized and unclaimed subscriber recharges. The forum aimed to gather industry input on a critical issue affecting millions of Nigerian consumers and the operations of Mobile Network Operators (MNOs). Dr. Aminu Maida, Executive Vice Chairman/CEO of the NCC, whose address was delivered by Executive Commissioner, Stakeholder Management, Rimini Makama, highlighted the importance of striking a balance between consumer rights and industry sustainability. He emphasized the need for a framework that protects consumers while ensuring the continued efficiency and competitiveness of the telecommunications…

Industry veteran to spearhead channel leadership, focused on empowering partners and driving business growth Sophos, a global leader of innovative security solutions for defeating cyberattacks, today announced it has named Chris Bell as senior vice president of global channel, alliances and corporate development, where he will lead the evolution of Sophos’ global channel strategy. This key appointment reinforces Sophos’ channel-first commitment to deliver a world-class partner experience. Bell joined Sophos following its acquisition of Secureworks, where he served as chief strategy officer, responsible for long-term vision, strategic partnerships, corporate development and strategy. Building on his career of more than two…

MTN Nigeria has paid tribute to its founding Chairman, Dr. Pascal Gabriel Dozie, following his passing, highlighting five landmark contributions that shaped the company and the broader Nigerian telecommunications landscape. Dr. Dozie, fondly known as PGD, served as Chairman of MTN Nigeria from 2001 to 2019, playing a pivotal role in the emergence of mobile telephony in Nigeria. The company, in a statement, expressed deep sadness and extended condolences to his family and friends, recognizing him as a “pioneer, statesman, and titan of industry.” “His unwavering belief in Nigeria’s potential and his dedication to its development were truly inspiring,” said…

With 86,600,000 mobile subscriptions, Ethiopia is the biggest telecom market in East Africa today, accounting for 27.49% of the region’s 314,988,917 subscriptions in 2024. This is contained in the Africa Telecom 50 Report 2024 (East Africa), a ranking of the leading mobile network operators (MNOs) in East Africa, based on the most recently available data on their mobile subscriptions. The report covered the period up till January 31, 2025. Tanzania is the 2nd biggest market with 80,662,041 subscriptions, while Kenya comes 3rd with 71,375,093. These top three countries account for 238,637,134 mobile subscriptions or 75.76% of the market in East…

At Tech Unite Africa 2025 in Lagos, PalmPay’s Chief Marketing Officer, Sofia Zab, illuminated the company’s strategies for accelerating Africa’s transition from cash to digital, coinciding with the launch of the PalmPay Debit Card. Zab addressed the core obstacles PalmPay encountered upon entering the Nigerian market in 2019: reliability and cost. She explained that widespread distrust in digital payments stemmed from frequent transaction failures and exorbitant fees. PalmPay’s success in overcoming these barriers hinged on building a robust infrastructure, achieving a 99.95% transaction success rate, and implementing a user-centric model featuring zero-rated bank transfers, fee-free bill payments, and cashback rewards.…

Moniepoint Microfinance Bank, a leading African digital financial services provider, will showcase its innovative solutions for advancing financial inclusion in Nigeria at the Payments Forum Nigeria (PAFON) 2.0. This participation follows recent commendation from the Federal Government for Moniepoint Inc.’s contributions to fintech, financial inclusion, and anti-fraud efforts. Managing Director of Moniepoint MFB, Babatunde Olofin, a seasoned digital innovator with two decades of experience, will join other industry leaders at the forum. PAFON 2.0, themed “Bridging the Customer Experience Gap for Financial Inclusion Using AI,” is scheduled for Thursday, April 10, 2025, at the Oriental Hotel, Lekki Road, Lagos. Olofin,…