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Bandwidth Consortium, Others Harp on IPv6 for Growth, Stability of Internet in Africa

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Bandwidth Consortium in collaboration with Nigeria ICT Forum and AFRINIC has stated that deploying IPv6 is imperative to ensure the future expansion, openness and accessibility of the Internet.

According to them, “without timely IPv6 deployment, millions of Africa’s future Internet users may be excluded from reaching parts of the global Internet”. 

They stated this at 4-day training at -The ICT Forum Training centre in Abuja, to provide Network Engineers with the required knowledge that would allow their organization to remain competitive in this growing technological world.

The event had 30 Network Engineers from 21 organizations including Research and Education Institutions, NgREN and network operators like Galaxy Backbone, Internet Solutions, and Phase 3.

In foresight, AFRINIC is leading the effort to promote and support IPv6 deployment throughout Africa to all stakeholders including network operators, mobile operators, academic institutions, end users, governments and regulators.

AFRINIC is the Regional Internet Registry (RIR) in charge of the distribution of Internet number resources (IPv4, IPv6 and ASNs) in the African region. IP addresses are critical Internet resources that allow devices to connect to the Internet.

Today the Internet is an essential tool for socio-economic development, and its exponential growth has resulted in the gradual depletion of the available pool of IPv4 addresses, thus making it crucial for Africa to deploy IPv6, the pillar of tomorrow’s Internet.

“Global IPv6 deployment is vital to the continued growth of the Internet and we have to act now to ensure that Africa enables its future users open and unhindered access to the global Internet. Our tailored IPv6 training program has been designed to help Network Operators and engineers in our region to better plan their IPv6 transition and to kick start deployment in their own countries. In addition to this, AFRINIC launched an IPv6 virtual lab in 2009 to widely support the community in hands on training for IPv6 deployment and offers information and documentation on a wide variety of IPv6 issues,” said Adiel Akplogan, chief executive officer of AFRINIC.  

“We are very excited to see active participation by network operators and education institutions at this training. Along with the technical training received over the 4-day period, relationships have also been formed between the Network Engineers on the operators’ side as well as the customers’ side. This will definitely lead to improved quality of Internet services for everyone,” said Dewole Ajao, Operations manager of the Bandwidth Consortium. 

AFRINIC also offers several other Training courses and other capacity-building programs designed to support and develop infrastructure development in Africa and the Indian Ocean region.

AFRINIC Trainings are free of charge and open to all, although priority is given to AFRINIC members and to experts in the field.  The next training workshop will be held in Lagos, Nigeria, 12 to 15 August 2014.

For more information, please send a mail to [email protected]. Visit our website www.learn.afrinic.net to find out how you can reserve your place on one of our training courses.

Founded in 2005 and owned by Nigerian Research and Education Institutions, the Nigeria ICT Forum facilitates and nurtures collaborations between Higher Education Institutions (HEIs).

 Its mission is to cultivate a favourable policy environment and empower Nigerian HEIs for development through the utilization and sustenance of ICT networks, services and other resources.

The Nigeria ICT Forum also hosts the annual Nigerian Network Operators Group (http://forum.org.ng/ngnog/about) and the Bandwidth Consortium (http://bandwidthconsortium.org) which is improving access to knowledge and opportunities by supplying high quality Internet bandwidth at lower-than-market prices through a wholesale approach.


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Treepz Doubles Down on Corporate Mobility in Africa with Launch of a New Website

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Treepz, Africa’s leading corporate mobility startup, has expanded its corporate mobility and employee transportation services across the continent with a fresh new look for its website.

 

The company’s new website boasts a sleek, user-friendly interface with added features to better showcase Treepz’s range of services for companies looking to efficiently and sustainably move employees and clients in major African cities. From on-demand employee shuttles, and school bus solutions to intra-city group trips for events and conferences, Treepz is positioning itself as an all-in-one corporate transportation provider.

Managing transportation logistics across multiple sites has always been an operational nightmare for companies,” said Onyeka Akumah, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Treepz. “Our goal is to streamline that experience through Treepz’s powerful technology platform.”

With nearly 6,000 employees of companies daily relying on Treepz’s innovative tech and reliable fleet for employee transportation or staff bus commutes, we understand the complexities of managing corporate transportation firsthand. “Our revamped website simplifies the process, offering businesses a seamless solution to optimize their transportation needs and empower their workforce in Nigeria, Kenya, Uganda and Ghana,” Onyeka added

Key Features of the New Treepz Website

  • Trackable Dashboard for a bird’s eye view of all guests’ trips in real-time when using Treepz.
  • 24/7 customer support to assist with all mobility inquiries.
  • Wide selection of vehicle options, each with professional drivers tailored to specific needs.
  • Friendly interface for easy navigation and booking.
  • Client testimonials and case studies showcasing Treepz’s success stories.

Treepz’s mission extends beyond just transportation – they aim to revolutionize how over 1 million daily commuters experience mobility across Africa. Since its launch in 2019, the company has provided employee transit for top firms like Tekexperts, Wakanow, Somasource, and Brighter Monday across Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya and Uganda. This has resulted in the transportation of about 5 million passengers since then.

With this digital reinvention, Treepz doubles down on transforming corporate mobility through tech-driven solutions. The company welcomes businesses seeking smarter ways to move their people to explore the new website www.treepz.com.


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Nigerian Business Leaders Partner Google for Strategic Advantage, Seeks Competitive Edge in Privacy-First Era

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Leading companies from Nigeria joined Google West Africa at a roundtable to discuss the shift towards privacy-first marketing as third-party cookies are phased out. The forum brought together leaders from FairMoney, Konga, Mondelez, Stanbic IBTC, and Zenith Bank, highlighting a collective commitment to redefining consumer engagement in the digital age.

Businesses recognize that building consumer trust is essential in a world that increasingly values privacy. In this new era, adapting marketing strategies to be more privacy-focused is not just a necessity but a strategic move towards building sustainable customer relations. This transition challenges businesses to innovate while maintaining transparency and respect for consumer data privacy, turning potential constraints into avenues for deeper consumer engagement.

“Customer trust is the new currency,” noted Felicia Otolorin, Senior Industry Lead, West Africa, Google. “Consumers are demanding more control over their data, and the savviest businesses are seeing this shift as an opportunity. This is about reimagining how we engage with technology and data, ensuring that innovation and privacy go hand-in-hand.”

The discussions emphasised this point, highlighting the competitive advantage of adopting privacy-first strategies. Google showcased innovative solutions like Google Tag and Enhanced Conversions. These tools demonstrate a commitment to both high performance and privacy standards. Success stories illustrated how other businesses have successfully navigated this shift, offering valuable insights.

“We stand at a crucial juncture,” remarked Oluwadamilare Akinwunmi, Chief Data & AI Officer at Interswitch. “The winners of tomorrow will be those enterprises that strike a balance between innovative, data-driven marketing and a profound commitment to data protection and privacy-first practices. The essential dialogues we engage in, and the subsequent actions we take, set us on the path to achieve precisely this”

The roundtable underscores a pivotal shift towards privacy-first strategies in Nigeria’s digital marketing sphere, emphasising the critical role of collaboration and innovation in this transition. It marks a collective stride towards a future where consumer trust and data privacy form the cornerstone of business growth and competitive advantage.

“We are committed to empowering Nigerian brands in building a privacy-forward future. By harnessing AI and privacy-centric technologies, we aim to empower our partners to thrive amidst these changes,” stated Felicia Otolorin, Senior Industry Lead, West Africa, Google.


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MTN Nigeria, PAU Open Applications for 3rd Edition of MTN Media Innovation Programme

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MTN Nigeria Communications Plc and the School of Media & Communications, Pan-Atlantic University have announced call for applications from qualified media practitioners to participate in the 3rd edition of the MTN Media Innovation Programme (MTN MIP-3), which will commence on May 20, 2024, at the Main Campus of the Pan-Atlantic University, Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos. 

MTN Nigeria in collaboration with the School of Media and Communication, Pan-Atlantic University, launched the Media Innovation Programme (MTN MIP) in 2022 to enable media practitioners gain deeper insight into the ever-evolving media landscape.

The six-month, fully-funded certificate fellowship, which includes a study visit to the University of Johannesburg, South Africa, and an innovation hub to incubate ideas, is open to media practitioners across all strata of the media industry including the print, electronic and online platforms. The programme is also open to social media content creators.

Speaking on the impact of the programme, Tobechukwu Okigbo, Chief Corporate Services & Sustainability Officer, MTN Nigeria said: “The media play a crucial role in shaping the society. It is important that they are enabled with tools and opportunities to do their jobs better as this ultimately benefits the society.

“Our commitment is to continue to empower media practitioners, regardless of platforms, to be able to innovate and create technological-driven solutions to our world. This is what the MTN Media Innovation Programme seeks to accomplish.”

On his part, the Dean School of Media and Communication, Pan-Atlantic University, Dr Ikechukwu Obiaya, stated that the programme brings into play the wide experience that the School has in the training of media practitioners.

In our various programmes targeted at journalists, we at the School of Media and Communication have always laid a lot of emphasis on the importance of creativity, ethics and professionalism.

“The Media Innovation Programme is one more opportunity to drive home these values but with a new emphasis on innovation.

“Journalism remains as important as ever to the society, and it is driven by the same values, but journalists require a retooling to meet the technological changes and challenges of today.

“This is the role that the Media Innovation Programme aims to play, and we are quite happy to be able to partner with MTN to achieve this goal.”

At the end of the training, the 20 successful applicants will qualify as Fellows for the 2024 cohort. The Fellows would be coached on Nigeria’s technology sector, the relationship between media and technology, and equipped with the skills to adapt to the changing realities that guarantee career and financial success in their professional practice.

Fellows will also have access to professional resources and mentorship from PAU’s erudite faculty.

Interested journalists, bloggers and content creators can apply for the Fellowship at https://smc.edu.ng/mtnmip

Applications open on Friday March 23 and close Wednesday April 10, 2024.


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