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Bayobab Group Incorporates Nine Fibre Companies

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MTN Group-owned Bayobab, a provider of pan-African digital communications solutions, has expanded its footprint with the incorporation of nine specialised fibre businesses, each with the necessary operating licences.

MTN Group, Africa’s largest telecoms carrier, presented results for the entire financial year ended December 2023 yesterday, and Bayobab’s performance was highlighted.

It was revealed that Bayobab had acquired additional fibre operating licences in critical markets, including Uganda, Côte d’Ivoire, and the Central African Republic, in the fourth quarter of 2023.

Ralph Mupita, CEO, MTN Group, stated that during the current reporting period, Bayobab also acquired the fibre network of MTN Zambia in a sale-and-leaseback transaction, to complete the first milestone in the structural separation of fibre assets under Ambition 2025 strategy.

He added that Bayobab reinforced its network with specialised routes, notably the East to West Africa corridor, which bolsters terrestrial fibre for countries along its path.

“In the subsea fibre business, Bayobab closed the year with the landing of the 2Africa subsea cable in Ghana in November 2023, which was followed by the Nigeria landing, post year end, in February 2024,” Mupita said.

Led by CEO Frédéric Schepens, Bayobab has since set in motion an ambitious two-year plan to expand its fibre network to 135,000 km.

According to Mupita, Bayobab rolled out approximately 7,000km of new fibre, augmenting its total proprietary fibre inventory to 114,000km, as at 31 December 2023.

Addressing the financial metrics of the company, Mupita said Bayobab recorded an 8.1% year-on-year (YoY) growth in external revenue, amounting to $372.3 million.

Within Communication Platforms, he said, external revenue rose by 9.2% YoY, driven by application-to-person SMS strategic partnerships.

He explained: “Collaborating with key global mobile networks, Bayobab launched over 6,800 roaming services, enhancing international roaming affordability for MTN subscribers throughout Africa.”

Also, Mupita revealed that Bayobab became the first telecommunications provider across Africa to become a telecoms Business Solution Provider (BSP) for WhatsApp for business.

As a BSP, Bayobab will provide businesses with a range of services related to the use of WhatsApp Business Platform.

Bayobab’s fibre segment’s external revenue was flat YoY, at $39.7 million, with Mupita saying: “This performance was supported by new fixed connectivity infrastructure deals valued at $24.4 million secured in the year.”


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Glo Unveils Immersive Gaming Experience, Travel Saga

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With the introduction of Travel Saga, a premium, fast-paced gaming experience that is currently live and accessible to customers on its network, Globacom has lifted the bar for mobile entertainment in the country.

Travel Saga is a story-driven, intricately connected role-playing game designed to provide the thrill, complexity, and competitive intensity of some of the most well-known action games in the world.

The game, which has been painstakingly optimized for mobile devices, redefines mobile gaming as a full-fledged digital battlefield by translating a console-grade experience onto data-enabled handsets.

Fundamentally, Travel Saga takes users on quick virtual journeys against recognizable international landscapes. In a dynamic, ever-evolving gaming environment, players are thrown into furious missions, fierce fights, and ever-expanding tales where talent, strategy, and endurance determine who rises through the ranks to become a true war hero.

In addition to the excitement of fighting, users are encouraged to go to various locations, take part in thrilling challenges, and participate in intense competition for in-app rewards like points and victory badges. With each encounter and accomplishment, the immersion increases with each level, maintaining momentum and excitement.

Flexible subscription plans with one-time or auto-renewal choices are available to subscribers for the service, which costs ₦100 per day and ₦250 per week. By dialing *70021#, customers can quickly subscribe and gain instant access to the action.

With Travel Saga, Glo reaffirms its dedication to innovation and high-end digital experiences, making top-notch gaming easily accessible to its customers. The game offers uninterrupted action, adventure, and competition, all smoothly supported by the Glo network.


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SHELT Named in Prestigious 2025 MSSP 250 List for Cybersecurity Excellence

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SHELT, a leading cybersecurity-as-a-service provider, has earned inclusion in the 2025 MSSP 250, the annual ranking of the world’s top 250 Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs) by MSSP Alert, a CyberRisk Alliance publication.

SHELT Named in Prestigious 2025 MSSP 250 List for Cybersecurity Excellence

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The list evaluates firms on business performance, service breadth, and industry impact, spotlighting those excelling in growth, operational excellence, and advanced managed security amid rising cyber threats. Selection criteria include annual recurring revenue, profitability, workforce expansion, business growth, and the depth of managed security offerings.

SHELT’s recognition underscores its investments in scalable security operations, threat intelligence, and tailored managed services across multiple regions, enabling clients to navigate complex risk landscapes effectively.

“Being recognised in the MSSP 250 is a meaningful milestone for our team,” stated Youssef Abillama, CEO of SHELT. “It validates our focus on building practical, resilient security services that help organisations manage risk and respond effectively to today’s evolving cyber threats.”

The company hailed the honour as testament to its teams’ dedication and expertise worldwide, reaffirming commitment to enhancing capabilities and delivering trusted cybersecurity solutions.


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Meta Names Ex-Trump Adviser Dina Powell McCormick as President

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Meta Platforms, owner of Facebook, has appointed Dina Powell McCormick, a former adviser to President Donald Trump, as its new president and vice chairman, bolstering its leadership amid aggressive AI and infrastructure expansion.

Meta names ex-Trump adviser Dina Powell McCormick as president

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The announcement, made on Monday, positions Powell McCormick – who recently stepped down from Meta’s board after eight months – to guide overall strategy, including multi-billion-dollar investments in data centres and global partnerships.

A Goldman Sachs veteran with 16 years in senior roles and prior stints as deputy national security adviser under Trump and in the Bush administration, she brings deep finance and international ties to the role.

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg hailed her as “uniquely qualified” for the company’s next growth phase, while President Trump praised the move on Truth Social as a “fantastic choice”.

The hire signals Meta’s efforts to strengthen White House relations, following recent dinners with Trump and U.S. investment pledges worth hundreds of billions


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