A session that looks at what governments can do to create an inductive environment to attract inward investment and increase operations of MNOs and other service providers in their country
Satellite technology can help bridge Africa's digital divide by providing connectivity to rural and remote areas not served by fiber networks. Africa's population is projected to grow significantly in coming decades, and satellite can connect the millions of Africans currently without internet access. Digital migration deadlines for switching to digital television also present an opportunity for satellite to deliver content cost-effectively across countries. Governments' initiatives to expand access can be supported through hosted payload solutions on satellites that provide services like broadband internet, television broadcasting, and enterprise communications across Africa.
This document discusses Intelsat's role in 5G and rural broadband connectivity in Africa. It provides an overview of Intelsat's history of pioneering satellite technology and serving Africa since 1965. It then discusses how 5G networks are emerging in Africa and Intelsat's vision to integrate satellite technology into 5G network architecture to provide ubiquitous coverage, including in rural areas. Intelsat is working with partners to deploy solutions using its satellite network to expand rural connectivity in Africa.
Africa has seen tremendous growth in connectivity over the past two decades. Mobile penetration in sub-Saharan Africa has increased from just 0.5% in 2000 to 46% in 2020. International bandwidth to Africa has also grown significantly, increasing over 150 times from less than 100 Gbps in 2009 to over 15 Tbps in 2019. Venture capital investment in Africa's e-economy has grown from $200 million in 2015 to $2 billion in 2019. With its young population, increasing education levels, and improving connectivity and regulatory environments, Africa is well-positioned for a digital revolution.
CSquare practical steps for future proof networksMyles Freedman
This important session will explore how innovations in technology and business models have created a viable opportunity for MNOs and ISPs to extend their service into previously unconnected areas while ensuring economic viability. We have a mix of technology and service provider perspectives
BCS Practical Steps for Future Proof Networks Myles Freedman
This document provides an overview of Bandwidth and Cloud Services Group (BCS), a wholesale telecom infrastructure provider in East, Central and Southern Africa. BCS operates fiber networks spanning over 10,000km across multiple countries. It offers wholesale internet bandwidth, fiber transmission, and construction services. BCS network serves an estimated 35 million end-users and includes submarine cables for international connectivity. The document outlines BCS network footprint in different countries and engagement options for clients including co-building fiber, leasing existing fiber, or hiring BCS as an engineering contractor.
Octopian global general and global portfolio v0.3 - read-onlyMyles Freedman
Octopian is a global ICT organization founded in 1995 with 5 legal entities, 45+ offices, and over 1000 technicians and engineers across its 395+ local partners. Specializing in ICT infrastructure products and services across different industries, Octopian delivers all types of ICT implementations, 24/7 support, and professional services covering clients' ICT infrastructure elements through its history, staff, and partners network.
Day 2 C2C - Infrastructure sharing Mott MacdonaldMyles Freedman
This document discusses infrastructure sharing, which refers to the joint use or development of telecommunications infrastructure between operators to efficiently deliver services. It defines infrastructure sharing, outlines the strategic drivers like cost reduction, discusses benefits such as optimized resource use and reduced costs, and provides examples of successful infrastructure sharing initiatives. The document also covers considerations for infrastructure sharing and provides recommendations, emphasizing the need to carefully study technical, geographical and commercial fit based on a long term vision and partnerships built on trust.
The document discusses how connectivity and technological changes are impacting enterprises. It notes that today's customers expect 24/7 availability and personalized services. Most applications are now web-based and cloud computing is changing the landscape. Enterprises require excellent connectivity with high uptime to gain competitive advantages. MainOne provides connectivity, data center, cloud, and managed services to help enterprises meet 21st century challenges and customer demands.
Satellite technology can help bridge Africa's digital divide by providing connectivity to rural and remote areas not served by fiber networks. Africa's population is projected to grow significantly in coming decades, and satellite can connect the millions of Africans currently without internet access. Digital migration deadlines for switching to digital television also present an opportunity for satellite to deliver content cost-effectively across countries. Governments' initiatives to expand access can be supported through hosted payload solutions on satellites that provide services like broadband internet, television broadcasting, and enterprise communications across Africa.
This document discusses Intelsat's role in 5G and rural broadband connectivity in Africa. It provides an overview of Intelsat's history of pioneering satellite technology and serving Africa since 1965. It then discusses how 5G networks are emerging in Africa and Intelsat's vision to integrate satellite technology into 5G network architecture to provide ubiquitous coverage, including in rural areas. Intelsat is working with partners to deploy solutions using its satellite network to expand rural connectivity in Africa.
Africa has seen tremendous growth in connectivity over the past two decades. Mobile penetration in sub-Saharan Africa has increased from just 0.5% in 2000 to 46% in 2020. International bandwidth to Africa has also grown significantly, increasing over 150 times from less than 100 Gbps in 2009 to over 15 Tbps in 2019. Venture capital investment in Africa's e-economy has grown from $200 million in 2015 to $2 billion in 2019. With its young population, increasing education levels, and improving connectivity and regulatory environments, Africa is well-positioned for a digital revolution.
CSquare practical steps for future proof networksMyles Freedman
This important session will explore how innovations in technology and business models have created a viable opportunity for MNOs and ISPs to extend their service into previously unconnected areas while ensuring economic viability. We have a mix of technology and service provider perspectives
BCS Practical Steps for Future Proof Networks Myles Freedman
This document provides an overview of Bandwidth and Cloud Services Group (BCS), a wholesale telecom infrastructure provider in East, Central and Southern Africa. BCS operates fiber networks spanning over 10,000km across multiple countries. It offers wholesale internet bandwidth, fiber transmission, and construction services. BCS network serves an estimated 35 million end-users and includes submarine cables for international connectivity. The document outlines BCS network footprint in different countries and engagement options for clients including co-building fiber, leasing existing fiber, or hiring BCS as an engineering contractor.
Octopian global general and global portfolio v0.3 - read-onlyMyles Freedman
Octopian is a global ICT organization founded in 1995 with 5 legal entities, 45+ offices, and over 1000 technicians and engineers across its 395+ local partners. Specializing in ICT infrastructure products and services across different industries, Octopian delivers all types of ICT implementations, 24/7 support, and professional services covering clients' ICT infrastructure elements through its history, staff, and partners network.
Day 2 C2C - Infrastructure sharing Mott MacdonaldMyles Freedman
This document discusses infrastructure sharing, which refers to the joint use or development of telecommunications infrastructure between operators to efficiently deliver services. It defines infrastructure sharing, outlines the strategic drivers like cost reduction, discusses benefits such as optimized resource use and reduced costs, and provides examples of successful infrastructure sharing initiatives. The document also covers considerations for infrastructure sharing and provides recommendations, emphasizing the need to carefully study technical, geographical and commercial fit based on a long term vision and partnerships built on trust.
The document discusses how connectivity and technological changes are impacting enterprises. It notes that today's customers expect 24/7 availability and personalized services. Most applications are now web-based and cloud computing is changing the landscape. Enterprises require excellent connectivity with high uptime to gain competitive advantages. MainOne provides connectivity, data center, cloud, and managed services to help enterprises meet 21st century challenges and customer demands.
Day 1 C2C - Ovum - Connectivity index Global and AfricaMyles Freedman
Africa has the second-lowest broadband connectivity index in the world according to a 2015 study. Southern and Northern African markets have the highest index scores, with Mauritius ranked highest in Africa. 4G networks are a major driver of improved broadband connectivity on the continent. Increased connectivity is fueling growth in digital services and data usage in Africa.
The document summarizes the FutureSat Africa 2017 conference, which brought together leaders from the satellite and terrestrial connectivity sectors in Africa to discuss integrating technologies to improve connectivity across the continent. The two-day conference included presentations on evolving satellite technologies and their role in connectivity, as well as panels discussing country-level connectivity strategies. Attendees represented 16 countries and various sectors, and provided positive feedback on the networking and knowledge-sharing opportunities.
This document discusses Distributed Power Africa's (DPA) energy solutions for businesses across Africa. It provides on-site energy generation through solar energy solutions for data centers, commercial and industrial clients, and telecom towers. This includes deploying solar photovoltaic systems, batteries, generators, and providing operations and maintenance services through remote monitoring. Examples of projects undertaken include solar installations for Liquid Intelligent Technologies' data centers in South Africa and Africa Data Centre's facility in Kenya, as well as solar and battery solutions for Econet Wireless' infrastructure in Zimbabwe.
The document discusses the growth of small satellites or smallsats, including NewSpace constellations. Over 3,600 smallsats are expected to be launched between 2016 and 2025 for applications like Earth observation, technology demonstration, satellite communications, science, and space situational awareness. The value of the smallsat market is estimated to reach $22 billion during this period, driven largely by planned constellations like OneWeb. New dedicated smallsat manufacturers are entering the market to provide flexible and lower-cost satellite solutions to support the growing demand.
Future Sat Africa Coollink Network ReliabilityMyles Freedman
The document discusses the challenges faced by ISPs in Nigeria including fiber cuts, tower collapses, network congestion, unreliable power, and damage from lightning strikes, copper scavengers, and sabotage. This results in downtime, frustration, and loss of revenue for ISPs. High throughput satellites are presented as a solution to provide reliable, high-speed broadband across Nigeria for consumers and businesses. Key benefits of satellite include coverage of all territories, speeds up to 100Mbps, over 99% availability, and affordability. The document also reviews network infrastructure and performance testing to ensure reliable connectivity via satellite.
Yahsat is a satellite operator that provides broadband services in Africa. It has launched two satellites, Y1A and Y1B, and will launch a third satellite, Al Yah 3, in 2017. Al Yah 3 will expand Yahsat's Ka-band coverage to 28 African countries and increase speeds up to 100 Mbps. Yahsat offers managed broadband services and VNO capacity to consumers, SOHO, SME, and enterprise customers. It has over 30,000 subscribers and aims to provide affordable, high-quality broadband access across Africa using its fleet of satellites.
Independent Infrastructure Investment in Fibre-Connected Small Cells - Wirele...techUK
WIG plans to invest up to £1 billion in independent wireless infrastructure, including small cells connected by fiber, to improve connectivity in rural and hard to reach areas. WIG has partnered with O2 to launch the UK's first fiber-connected small cell network in Aberdeen, supporting C-RAN technology for faster, higher capacity mobile services. The small cell network represents a successful collaboration between Aberdeen City Council, WIG as the infrastructure provider, and O2 as the first mobile network operator to utilize the network.
The road to 5G from 4G/LTE via LTE-Advanced Pro systems, moving towards borderless mass market broadband, ensuring the best user experience, deploying capacity for mobile video, enabling new use cases/markets including connected vehicles, IoT, VR, enabling the industrial Internet. A presentation by Alan Hadden, Independent Consultant, Hadden Telecoms Ltd. President of GSA Oct 1998 - Jan 2015.
The document discusses the evolution of broadband networks and the path towards 5G. It covers the growth of 4G LTE networks globally and the rise in mobile video traffic. It also examines network transformation efforts by operators through SDN and NFV to virtualize networks. Case studies on AT&T and Telefonica's strategies are provided. The presentation concludes by looking at early 5G deployments planned in countries like Korea, China and Japan from 2018 onward and the high expectations for 5G networks.
Day 2 C2C - ZTE: Building a Smarter PlanetMyles Freedman
ZTE is a Chinese telecommunications equipment company established in 1985 that has grown significantly over the years. It has over 20 R&D centers globally and a presence in over 160 countries. ZTE envisions a 5G future with innovations in areas like artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and the internet of things to connect everything from wearable devices to smart cities. ZTE has been working on pre-5G technologies like NB-IoT and massive MIMO and has made several 5G partnerships and investments, positioning itself as a leader in 5G standards and technology.
DWS15 - Future Networks Forum - Welcome to Gigabit Era - Valerie Chaillou - I...IDATE DigiWorld
1) The document discusses the state of gigabit internet access around the world, with FTTH/B being the dominant fiber technology globally with 163.2 million subscribers as of December 2014.
2) In the US, providing 1 Gbps internet plans has become a goal influenced by Google Fiber initiatives and taken up by some cities and ISPs. In Europe, targets are more modest at 30 Mbps for all and 100 Mbps for 50% of households by 2020.
3) Availability of 1 Gbps plans is strongest in some countries like New Zealand, Canada, parts of the US, and some Asian nations like South Korea and Singapore that view it as a strategic choice for ISPs.
SCF Small Cells for Rural and Remote IntroductionSmall Cell Forum
53% of the world's population is still offline, with many living in remote areas without basic infrastructure like electricity or transport. To address this, the ITU aims to connect 60% of the world by 2020. However, connecting rural and remote populations at low cost remains a key challenge. In India, 67% of the population lives rurally, with lower mobile penetration of 57% compared to 167% in urban areas, representing a major growth opportunity. While increased smartphone access has brought more Indians online, consumer goods companies have seen reduced sales as people spend more on phones than products. Small cell solutions can help connect rural and remote populations by providing localized network functions and leveraging various deployment architectures, backhaul solutions, and business cases
The document discusses the UK government's Digital Infrastructure Investment Fund (DIIF) and its goals to support independent network developers and increase competition in digital infrastructure. The DIIF aims to provide a range of financing options like debt and equity to help smaller alternative network operators access funding and compete with larger players like BT and Virgin. The fund also wants to raise awareness of digital infrastructure as an asset class and provide expertise to make more alternative network operators investment-ready. There is growing interest from infrastructure funds and acceptance that fiber networks have long-term value, and the outlook for the DIIF's ability to catalyze private sector investment is positive.
Connectivity Challenges for CAVs - Athonet GrouptechUK
This document discusses the need for new networks to support connected and autonomous vehicles. It outlines how existing networks are not designed for the low latency and distributed intelligence needs of autonomous vehicles. Mobile edge computing platforms placed close to base stations can help meet these needs by providing applications and services with low latency and local breakout of large data volumes. Several use cases are described that demonstrate how a mobile edge computing platform could support autonomous vehicles and connected car services.
1) Annual small cell equipment revenues are projected to grow from over $1 billion in 2015 to $6 billion in 2020, driven by growth in enterprise and urban small cell deployments.
2) Large-scale heterogeneous network (HetNet) deployments face challenges around deployment logistics, backhaul, immature standards, and multi-vendor integration.
3) The Small Cell Forum is working to address these challenges and lay the foundations for HetNet 2020 through partnerships, publications, and promoting the benefits of small cells globally.
1) The document discusses the evolution of next generation mobile broadband and network architecture towards the M-ICT era, including 5G development.
2) Key aspects that will be important in the M-ICT era include ubiquitous connectivity for tens of billions of devices by 2020, convergence of physical and digital worlds, and network security and privacy.
3) ZTE's strategy is to become a leader in the M-ICT era by helping operators transform networks and create value from data, and by supporting areas like smart cities, enterprise solutions, and 5G technology development.
Ethio Telecom has experienced significant growth in infrastructure and customers in recent years. Mobile capacity is now at 62 million, fixed capacity is at 3 million, and the backbone fiber optic network exceeds 21,000 km. Coverage is 92% nationwide and 72% geographic. The distribution network includes 240 shops countrywide and over 75,000 retailers. International gateway capacity has increased from 0.24 Gbps in 2006 to 37 Gbps in 2016. Customer base has grown at a CAGR of 44% from 2006 to 2016 and now includes 60.67 million mobile, 45.9 million fixed, and 13.6 million internet customers. Revenues have increased from 2.2 billion Birr in 2012 to 28.1 billion
Role of Satellite Technology in Supporting Connectivity to Vehicles - IntelsattechUK
Connected vehicles will rely on both terrestrial and satellite connectivity to function. Satellite connectivity will be especially important for covering rural areas not served by terrestrial networks. Intelsat is working with partners to provide satellite connectivity solutions for connected vehicles, including GEO and LEO coverage, multicast solutions, small antennas, and providing 1TB per month of data. Intelsat is conducting trials in Europe to develop regulatory standards and demonstrate satellite-enabled connectivity for intelligent transportation.
1) Passive optical networks (PONs) that support both business and residential customers on the same network architecture are now economically feasible, as they can help share the high costs of building out the last mile of fiber infrastructure.
2) Integrating business and residential applications on a single PON can increase overall revenue per line and make building the expensive last mile infrastructure more affordable.
3) A PON network mixes business and residential traffic on the same fiber infrastructure from optical network terminals (ONTs) at customer premises through an optical distribution network to a central office, where an optical line terminal directs traffic to appropriate switches.
Broadband penetration in Nigeria has reached 30.9% as of December 2018, surpassing the country's 30% target. Mobile networks are predominantly used to access broadband in Nigeria. The introduction of InfraCo projects aims to accelerate the deployment of optic fiber backbone and increase broadband penetration nationwide. However, challenges remain around right of way issues, multiple regulation and taxation, and delays in permit processing. Harmonization of policies is recommended to address these challenges and support the growth of broadband in Nigeria.
BCN (Nigeria) strategies to promote broadband & digitization Myles Freedman
This document discusses strategies to promote broadband and digitization in Nigeria. It outlines Nigeria's Broadband Plan which aims to increase broadband penetration from 6% in 2013 to 30% by 2018 by focusing on policy and regulation, infrastructure, funding, and driving demand. The plan includes building fiber infrastructure, upgrading wireless networks, and developing local content and applications. It also introduces the InfraCo model which licenses regional operators to build open access broadband infrastructure using a public-private partnership approach. The BCN Consortium was recently awarded a license to build fiber infrastructure across 7 states in North West Nigeria.
Day 1 C2C - Ovum - Connectivity index Global and AfricaMyles Freedman
Africa has the second-lowest broadband connectivity index in the world according to a 2015 study. Southern and Northern African markets have the highest index scores, with Mauritius ranked highest in Africa. 4G networks are a major driver of improved broadband connectivity on the continent. Increased connectivity is fueling growth in digital services and data usage in Africa.
The document summarizes the FutureSat Africa 2017 conference, which brought together leaders from the satellite and terrestrial connectivity sectors in Africa to discuss integrating technologies to improve connectivity across the continent. The two-day conference included presentations on evolving satellite technologies and their role in connectivity, as well as panels discussing country-level connectivity strategies. Attendees represented 16 countries and various sectors, and provided positive feedback on the networking and knowledge-sharing opportunities.
This document discusses Distributed Power Africa's (DPA) energy solutions for businesses across Africa. It provides on-site energy generation through solar energy solutions for data centers, commercial and industrial clients, and telecom towers. This includes deploying solar photovoltaic systems, batteries, generators, and providing operations and maintenance services through remote monitoring. Examples of projects undertaken include solar installations for Liquid Intelligent Technologies' data centers in South Africa and Africa Data Centre's facility in Kenya, as well as solar and battery solutions for Econet Wireless' infrastructure in Zimbabwe.
The document discusses the growth of small satellites or smallsats, including NewSpace constellations. Over 3,600 smallsats are expected to be launched between 2016 and 2025 for applications like Earth observation, technology demonstration, satellite communications, science, and space situational awareness. The value of the smallsat market is estimated to reach $22 billion during this period, driven largely by planned constellations like OneWeb. New dedicated smallsat manufacturers are entering the market to provide flexible and lower-cost satellite solutions to support the growing demand.
Future Sat Africa Coollink Network ReliabilityMyles Freedman
The document discusses the challenges faced by ISPs in Nigeria including fiber cuts, tower collapses, network congestion, unreliable power, and damage from lightning strikes, copper scavengers, and sabotage. This results in downtime, frustration, and loss of revenue for ISPs. High throughput satellites are presented as a solution to provide reliable, high-speed broadband across Nigeria for consumers and businesses. Key benefits of satellite include coverage of all territories, speeds up to 100Mbps, over 99% availability, and affordability. The document also reviews network infrastructure and performance testing to ensure reliable connectivity via satellite.
Yahsat is a satellite operator that provides broadband services in Africa. It has launched two satellites, Y1A and Y1B, and will launch a third satellite, Al Yah 3, in 2017. Al Yah 3 will expand Yahsat's Ka-band coverage to 28 African countries and increase speeds up to 100 Mbps. Yahsat offers managed broadband services and VNO capacity to consumers, SOHO, SME, and enterprise customers. It has over 30,000 subscribers and aims to provide affordable, high-quality broadband access across Africa using its fleet of satellites.
Independent Infrastructure Investment in Fibre-Connected Small Cells - Wirele...techUK
WIG plans to invest up to £1 billion in independent wireless infrastructure, including small cells connected by fiber, to improve connectivity in rural and hard to reach areas. WIG has partnered with O2 to launch the UK's first fiber-connected small cell network in Aberdeen, supporting C-RAN technology for faster, higher capacity mobile services. The small cell network represents a successful collaboration between Aberdeen City Council, WIG as the infrastructure provider, and O2 as the first mobile network operator to utilize the network.
The road to 5G from 4G/LTE via LTE-Advanced Pro systems, moving towards borderless mass market broadband, ensuring the best user experience, deploying capacity for mobile video, enabling new use cases/markets including connected vehicles, IoT, VR, enabling the industrial Internet. A presentation by Alan Hadden, Independent Consultant, Hadden Telecoms Ltd. President of GSA Oct 1998 - Jan 2015.
The document discusses the evolution of broadband networks and the path towards 5G. It covers the growth of 4G LTE networks globally and the rise in mobile video traffic. It also examines network transformation efforts by operators through SDN and NFV to virtualize networks. Case studies on AT&T and Telefonica's strategies are provided. The presentation concludes by looking at early 5G deployments planned in countries like Korea, China and Japan from 2018 onward and the high expectations for 5G networks.
Day 2 C2C - ZTE: Building a Smarter PlanetMyles Freedman
ZTE is a Chinese telecommunications equipment company established in 1985 that has grown significantly over the years. It has over 20 R&D centers globally and a presence in over 160 countries. ZTE envisions a 5G future with innovations in areas like artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and the internet of things to connect everything from wearable devices to smart cities. ZTE has been working on pre-5G technologies like NB-IoT and massive MIMO and has made several 5G partnerships and investments, positioning itself as a leader in 5G standards and technology.
DWS15 - Future Networks Forum - Welcome to Gigabit Era - Valerie Chaillou - I...IDATE DigiWorld
1) The document discusses the state of gigabit internet access around the world, with FTTH/B being the dominant fiber technology globally with 163.2 million subscribers as of December 2014.
2) In the US, providing 1 Gbps internet plans has become a goal influenced by Google Fiber initiatives and taken up by some cities and ISPs. In Europe, targets are more modest at 30 Mbps for all and 100 Mbps for 50% of households by 2020.
3) Availability of 1 Gbps plans is strongest in some countries like New Zealand, Canada, parts of the US, and some Asian nations like South Korea and Singapore that view it as a strategic choice for ISPs.
SCF Small Cells for Rural and Remote IntroductionSmall Cell Forum
53% of the world's population is still offline, with many living in remote areas without basic infrastructure like electricity or transport. To address this, the ITU aims to connect 60% of the world by 2020. However, connecting rural and remote populations at low cost remains a key challenge. In India, 67% of the population lives rurally, with lower mobile penetration of 57% compared to 167% in urban areas, representing a major growth opportunity. While increased smartphone access has brought more Indians online, consumer goods companies have seen reduced sales as people spend more on phones than products. Small cell solutions can help connect rural and remote populations by providing localized network functions and leveraging various deployment architectures, backhaul solutions, and business cases
The document discusses the UK government's Digital Infrastructure Investment Fund (DIIF) and its goals to support independent network developers and increase competition in digital infrastructure. The DIIF aims to provide a range of financing options like debt and equity to help smaller alternative network operators access funding and compete with larger players like BT and Virgin. The fund also wants to raise awareness of digital infrastructure as an asset class and provide expertise to make more alternative network operators investment-ready. There is growing interest from infrastructure funds and acceptance that fiber networks have long-term value, and the outlook for the DIIF's ability to catalyze private sector investment is positive.
Connectivity Challenges for CAVs - Athonet GrouptechUK
This document discusses the need for new networks to support connected and autonomous vehicles. It outlines how existing networks are not designed for the low latency and distributed intelligence needs of autonomous vehicles. Mobile edge computing platforms placed close to base stations can help meet these needs by providing applications and services with low latency and local breakout of large data volumes. Several use cases are described that demonstrate how a mobile edge computing platform could support autonomous vehicles and connected car services.
1) Annual small cell equipment revenues are projected to grow from over $1 billion in 2015 to $6 billion in 2020, driven by growth in enterprise and urban small cell deployments.
2) Large-scale heterogeneous network (HetNet) deployments face challenges around deployment logistics, backhaul, immature standards, and multi-vendor integration.
3) The Small Cell Forum is working to address these challenges and lay the foundations for HetNet 2020 through partnerships, publications, and promoting the benefits of small cells globally.
1) The document discusses the evolution of next generation mobile broadband and network architecture towards the M-ICT era, including 5G development.
2) Key aspects that will be important in the M-ICT era include ubiquitous connectivity for tens of billions of devices by 2020, convergence of physical and digital worlds, and network security and privacy.
3) ZTE's strategy is to become a leader in the M-ICT era by helping operators transform networks and create value from data, and by supporting areas like smart cities, enterprise solutions, and 5G technology development.
Ethio Telecom has experienced significant growth in infrastructure and customers in recent years. Mobile capacity is now at 62 million, fixed capacity is at 3 million, and the backbone fiber optic network exceeds 21,000 km. Coverage is 92% nationwide and 72% geographic. The distribution network includes 240 shops countrywide and over 75,000 retailers. International gateway capacity has increased from 0.24 Gbps in 2006 to 37 Gbps in 2016. Customer base has grown at a CAGR of 44% from 2006 to 2016 and now includes 60.67 million mobile, 45.9 million fixed, and 13.6 million internet customers. Revenues have increased from 2.2 billion Birr in 2012 to 28.1 billion
Role of Satellite Technology in Supporting Connectivity to Vehicles - IntelsattechUK
Connected vehicles will rely on both terrestrial and satellite connectivity to function. Satellite connectivity will be especially important for covering rural areas not served by terrestrial networks. Intelsat is working with partners to provide satellite connectivity solutions for connected vehicles, including GEO and LEO coverage, multicast solutions, small antennas, and providing 1TB per month of data. Intelsat is conducting trials in Europe to develop regulatory standards and demonstrate satellite-enabled connectivity for intelligent transportation.
1) Passive optical networks (PONs) that support both business and residential customers on the same network architecture are now economically feasible, as they can help share the high costs of building out the last mile of fiber infrastructure.
2) Integrating business and residential applications on a single PON can increase overall revenue per line and make building the expensive last mile infrastructure more affordable.
3) A PON network mixes business and residential traffic on the same fiber infrastructure from optical network terminals (ONTs) at customer premises through an optical distribution network to a central office, where an optical line terminal directs traffic to appropriate switches.
Broadband penetration in Nigeria has reached 30.9% as of December 2018, surpassing the country's 30% target. Mobile networks are predominantly used to access broadband in Nigeria. The introduction of InfraCo projects aims to accelerate the deployment of optic fiber backbone and increase broadband penetration nationwide. However, challenges remain around right of way issues, multiple regulation and taxation, and delays in permit processing. Harmonization of policies is recommended to address these challenges and support the growth of broadband in Nigeria.
BCN (Nigeria) strategies to promote broadband & digitization Myles Freedman
This document discusses strategies to promote broadband and digitization in Nigeria. It outlines Nigeria's Broadband Plan which aims to increase broadband penetration from 6% in 2013 to 30% by 2018 by focusing on policy and regulation, infrastructure, funding, and driving demand. The plan includes building fiber infrastructure, upgrading wireless networks, and developing local content and applications. It also introduces the InfraCo model which licenses regional operators to build open access broadband infrastructure using a public-private partnership approach. The BCN Consortium was recently awarded a license to build fiber infrastructure across 7 states in North West Nigeria.
Nasir faruk tv white spaces presentation iad2014Adrian Hall
Nasir Faruk presents on the prospect of deploying TV white space in Africa. Some key points:
1) TV white space refers to unused portions of spectrum between 54-862 MHz that can be used without interfering with TV broadcast signals. It provides an opportunity to address the scarcity of radio spectrum and lack of broadband access in Africa.
2) Africa significantly lags behind other regions in key broadband metrics like subscriptions and speeds. TV white space could help connect rural communities and drive economic and social development.
3) WaveTek Nigeria is leading research efforts on TV white space in the country through field surveys, modeling, and prototype deployments. Their aim is to help Nigeria meet national targets for internet access
Internet access and digital divide: Nigeria slideshareVictor Chukwuma
A presentation at the eGYAfrica Workshop on better Internet connectivity for research and education in Africa, held in Accra, Ghana during 24-25 November 2010. Additional materials from http://www.internetworldstats.com/,MTN Nigeria, Glo and Airtel.
The Trans-Asian Terrestrial Broadband LinkAbu Saeed Khan
1) The document discusses the need for a terrestrial broadband link across Asia, called the Longest International Open-access Network (LION), to connect the region to Europe and reduce costs of internet connectivity.
2) It notes that while submarine cables currently connect Asia and Europe, bandwidth remains much more expensive in Asia than Europe due to lack of competition from terrestrial routes.
3) The proposed LION would create an open-access terrestrial broadband network across Asia utilizing existing roadways like the Asian Highway network to provide competitive routes and lower latency connectivity between Asia and Europe.
Selecting the right mix of frequency spectrum for future mobile services in c...Glennerttheone
This document discusses spectrum planning for future mobile services in Curaçao. It notes that mobile data usage is growing rapidly and additional spectrum will be needed by 2020. It recommends adding spectrum in the APT700, 2.6 GHz, and 2.3 GHz bands to provide coverage and capacity. Interference studies show the APT700 band is viable. Coordination with neighboring countries is important for roaming. The document concludes that allocating additional spectrum in these bands by 2020 will help meet future needs while taking advantage of device ecosystems and harmonization.
5G is happening now with progress being made on technologies and policies. Key 5G capabilities defined by ITU include increased data rates, reduced latency, and higher connection densities. 5G will support new usage scenarios for enhanced mobile broadband, massive machine type communications, and ultra-reliable low latency communications. The EU has taken steps toward 5G readiness but there are gaps between Western and Eastern Europe. Spectrum policy will be important to support 5G networks and making services affordable. Most EU countries plan to launch 5G in 2020 to meet digital agenda targets.
Future-Sat Africa, June 2016_concept documentAdrian Hall
Extensia's inaugural Satellite summit, scheduled for June 2016 in South Africa, will focus on satellite playing an essential role in Africa’s future digital communications strategy across all sectors.
TV White Spaces Deployment in Ghana - ASM PresentationDerek Laryea
Highlighting the TV White Spaces Deployment program in Ghana and making a strong case for the right positioning to ensure existing market competition is not distorted while honing the objectives of TVWS to Rural Deployment not-forgetting allowing all players both new and old to participate within the space.
Wilgon Berthold TSIBO of Azur Telecom Group discusses effective spectrum management strategies for deploying LTE in Africa. Spectrum shortage is a major challenge, and refarming existing bands like 1800MHz GSM and unlocking new spectrum like the digital dividend can help address this. Harmonizing spectrum allocation across countries allows for scale economies and streamlines investment and deployment. Releasing and harmonizing key bands like 700MHz, 800MHz and 2.6GHz could generate $33.6 billion in economic impact and 14.9 million new jobs in top African markets from 2015-2020. Both refarming existing bands and utilizing new dedicated LTE bands will be needed as refarming is only a temporary solution.
Telecommunications network operators around the world are increasingly looking to decommission older legacy networks as new technologies are deployed and network traffic grows rapidly. The document discusses the key findings of a global study on network decommissioning conducted by PwC in 2012. Key points include:
- Nearly 90% of wireline and over 60% of wireless operators surveyed planned to decommission legacy networks in the next 5 years.
- Primary drivers for decommissioning are reducing operating costs and improving customer experience.
- Over 90% of wireless network decommissioning will involve 2G technologies, while wireline decommissioning will focus on copper networks.
- Approaches to decommissioning include turning networks off, physical removal of
How Satellite Will Play a Vital Role in the Successful Roll-Out of 5GNewtec
The need for satellite and wireless synergizing together is greater than before.
Clearing C-band spectrum for terrestrial operators will enable a coordinated 5G rollout. So how will this co-primary terrestrial operations model work?
Aside to this, affordability of broad bandwidth is paramount, will it be a market-based or a regulatory model approach for all?
Opportunistic use of the 2.63.5 ghz band for broadband services in the west a...ijmnct
Wireless technology is increasing rapidly, and the vision of pervasive wireless computing and
communications offers the promise of many societal and individual benefits. While consumer devices such
as cell phones, PDAs and laptops receive a lot of attention, the impact of wireless technology is much
broader, e.g., through sensor networks for safety applications and home automation, smart grid control,
medical wearable and embedded wireless devices, and entertainment systems. One of these wireless
technologies is the Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access (WiMAX) technology. The explosion
of wireless applications in some parts of the world has created an ever-increasing demand for more radio
spectrum. This is not the case in the West African Sub-Region, especially Ghana where the 2.6GHz and
3.5GHz broadband access bands offering 190MHz and 140MHz bandwidth is underutilized. In this paper,
we look at usage of deployed 4G-WiMAX network in Ghana and advocate the need for policy to promote
the usage of licensed bands opportunistically by wireless devices and/or networks for application in
security, smart grid control, e-learning, telemedicine, e-governance, home and factory automation
The document discusses the state and future of Botswana's optic fibre networks. It provides an overview of Botswana Fibre Networks' (BoFiNet) current optic fibre infrastructure projects including their submarine cable networks, regional fibre connectivity, national fibre backbone network, and access network infrastructure using technologies like FTTx. It outlines BoFiNet's plans to continue expanding fibre deployment to more areas in Botswana, deploy wireless networks in rural communities, and prepare infrastructure for 5G. The document also discusses trends in high-speed broadband access and the impact of broadband deployment in Botswana.
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Malaysia has made significant progress in basic connectivity, but there is an opportunity to expand access to and use of higher quality broadband.
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Ubiquitous, high quality, affordable broadband will increasingly be a critical foundation of the digital economy. Better connected economies will do better.
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Malaysia’s ambitions for the digital economy will only be realized, and its investments (DFTZ, Industry 4.0 etc.) pay off, if fixed broadband services become more affordable and their quality is improved.
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Malaysia can consider a new strategy, with more ambitious targets, to promote competitive markets, accelerate infrastructure deployments, and attract private capitalto increase broadband network roll out and use.
The document discusses the potential for mobile broadband in Africa and considerations for expanding mobile infrastructure on the continent. It provides an overview of the GSMA and its work promoting mobile infrastructure development. Specifically, it outlines an example collaborative initiative between mobile operators to implement economically efficient models for providing mobile broadband access to underserved areas. The initiative involves feasibility studies, regulatory adjustments, and pilot programs to identify best practices for connecting more people. It also notes that mobile operators are expected to invest $900 billion in infrastructure from 2016-2020, with Africa being a major focus, and highlights policymaker considerations around infrastructure sharing and single wholesale networks.
Policies and Stragegies for Digital ImpactSinit IAD keynotex.pptxMyles Freedman
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- Governments often have to make "tougher bets" on policies that are long-term, affect many people, face divided opinions, and have factors outside their control.
- Being flexible and adapting policies in response to data is important for dealing with uncertainty.
- Effective strategies focus on who they are meant to benefit, take a wide view of potential influences, and are guided by
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ABS Corp is a satellite operator providing services across Africa using 3 satellites (ABS-3A, ABS-2, ABS-2A) with a total of 4 C band beams, 6 Ku band beams and 1 Ka band beam. Their services include backhauling capacities and managed internet for mobile network operators, VNO services for resellers, and bandwidth on demand. They also offer direct-to-home television services with good coverage slots and a video contribution service. ABS has a global satellite fleet of 5 satellites in orbit covering 93% of the world's population and a presence in 24 countries.
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Lynk has patented technology that allows satellites in orbit to directly connect to unmodified mobile phones on Earth, extending cellular broadband coverage everywhere. They have launched 5 experimental satellites from 2019 to 2021 that demonstrated two-way communication between a satellite and standard mobile phones. Lynk's 6th satellite launched on April 1st 2022 is their first commercial satellite, and they have two more satellites launching in October 2022 to further expand their satellite cellular network coverage globally from space.
Mobile-Technologies is a leading provider of digital identity management products and solutions for telecom, banking, utilities, regulators and law enforcement agencies. It has regional offices that support over 330 million consumer registrations and manage 200 million digital SIMs. Some of its key solutions include SIM and number management, voucher management, channel management, registration management, device management, and identity management.
TTCL Corporation is a business that provides telecommunications services. It operates in a competitive industry that requires constant innovation to attract and retain customers. The company aims to grow its customer base and revenues through expanding its product offerings and improving customer service.
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The document summarizes Huawei's efforts to promote digital transformation in Ethiopia over the past 20 years. It discusses Huawei's work with the national telecom operator to expand wireless and core networks. It also outlines partnerships with various industries and the government to drive digitalization through projects in sectors like education, energy, finance and more. Finally, it proposes further collaboration on initiatives to bring digital services to rural areas and cities through connectivity, platforms, applications and an intelligent operations center.
Wingu provides data center services across Africa, including an established facility in Djibouti City with access to 14 cable systems trusted by major telecom companies. It plans to expand with new data centers in Djibouti City, Addis Ababa, Adama, Bahir Dar, Dar Es Salaam, and Somaliland, as well as an ICT park in Addis Ababa.
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WebSprix is an Ethiopian telecommunications company that provides fiber internet, IPTV, and voice services. It was the first private ISP and IPTV provider in Ethiopia. WebSprix has extensively deployed fiber internet infrastructure in Addis Ababa, currently covering 13% of households with plans to reach 17% by the end of 2021 and 40% by the end of 2022. The company also aims to provide fiber internet services to major cities nationwide in 2022. WebSprix employs 596 people to support its network deployment, customer service, and operations.
UiPath Test Automation using UiPath Test Suite series, part 6DianaGray10
Welcome to UiPath Test Automation using UiPath Test Suite series part 6. In this session, we will cover Test Automation with generative AI and Open AI.
UiPath Test Automation with generative AI and Open AI webinar offers an in-depth exploration of leveraging cutting-edge technologies for test automation within the UiPath platform. Attendees will delve into the integration of generative AI, a test automation solution, with Open AI advanced natural language processing capabilities.
Throughout the session, participants will discover how this synergy empowers testers to automate repetitive tasks, enhance testing accuracy, and expedite the software testing life cycle. Topics covered include the seamless integration process, practical use cases, and the benefits of harnessing AI-driven automation for UiPath testing initiatives. By attending this webinar, testers, and automation professionals can gain valuable insights into harnessing the power of AI to optimize their test automation workflows within the UiPath ecosystem, ultimately driving efficiency and quality in software development processes.
What will you get from this session?
1. Insights into integrating generative AI.
2. Understanding how this integration enhances test automation within the UiPath platform
3. Practical demonstrations
4. Exploration of real-world use cases illustrating the benefits of AI-driven test automation for UiPath
Topics covered:
What is generative AI
Test Automation with generative AI and Open AI.
UiPath integration with generative AI
Speaker:
Deepak Rai, Automation Practice Lead, Boundaryless Group and UiPath MVP
Unlocking Productivity: Leveraging the Potential of Copilot in Microsoft 365, a presentation by Christoforos Vlachos, Senior Solutions Manager – Modern Workplace, Uni Systems
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The modern software delivery process (or the CI/CD process) includes many tools, distributed teams, open-source code, and cloud platforms. Constant focus on speed to release software to market, along with the traditional slow and manual security checks has caused gaps in continuous security as an important piece in the software supply chain. Today organizations feel more susceptible to external and internal cyber threats due to the vast attack surface in their applications supply chain and the lack of end-to-end governance and risk management.
The software team must secure its software delivery process to avoid vulnerability and security breaches. This needs to be achieved with existing tool chains and without extensive rework of the delivery processes. This talk will present strategies and techniques for providing visibility into the true risk of the existing vulnerabilities, preventing the introduction of security issues in the software, resolving vulnerabilities in production environments quickly, and capturing the deployment bill of materials (DBOM).
Speakers:
Bob Boule
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Gopinath Rebala
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Sudheer Mechineni, Head of Application Frameworks, Standard Chartered Bank
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Development teams can ship efficiently and ensure applications are cyber ready for Navy Authorizing Officials (AOs). In this webinar, Sigma Defense and Anchore will give attendees a look behind the scenes and demo secure pipeline automation and security artifacts that speed up application ATO and time to production.
We will cover:
- How to remove silos in DevSecOps
- How to build efficient development pipeline roles and component templates
- How to deliver security artifacts that matter for ATO’s (SBOMs, vulnerability reports, and policy evidence)
- How to streamline operations with automated policy checks on container images
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Topics covered:
CI/CD with in UiPath
End-to-end overview of CI/CD pipeline with Azure devops
Speaker:
Lyndsey Byblow, Test Suite Sales Engineer @ UiPath, Inc.
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2. Agenda
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1. The State of Connectivity in Africa
2. High speed connectivity to accelerate economic transformation
3. Innovate to accelerate the roll-out of high speed connectivity
4. Readiness and relevance challenges are still critical
3. Confidential Use Only – Do Not Share
Slide: 3
Give people the
power to build
community and
bring the world
closer together
Bring internet access
to the remaining
3.2 billion people who
are not yet connected
Note: All slides are under NDA
4. 4
The Internet Has Become A
Crucial Tool For Improving
Livelihoods
74%
77%
60%
Discover new job
opportunities
Learn job related skills
Pursue an education
5. 5
GLOBAL ACCESS IS IMPROVING 4G CONNECTIONS ARE
INCREASING
57% 43% 59%
TO
INDIVIDUALS CONNECTED
TO THE INTERNET
PERCENTAGE OF 4G CONNECTIONS
WORLDWIDE BY 2025
Source: ITU, Internet Inclusivity Index 2021, Economist Intelligence Unit
6. Some Metrics on the State of Connectivity in Africa
Sources: Internet Inclusivity Index 2021, Economist Intelligence Unit
8. The African Development Bank’s High 5 priority areas for
transforming Africa are dependent on high-speed connectivity
Sources: African Development Bank, The Tony Blair Institute
9. Connecting all Africans
through Innovation
Policy and Regulation innovation
● Spectrum Policy e.g. 6Ghz and 60GHz
● Community Broadband Networks
● Custom waivers or tax rebates for
network infrastructure and smart
devices
● Telecom Regulatory Sandboxes
Business Model Innovation
● NaaS
● Co-investing to deploy Shared Fibre
Infrastructure
● Satellite Wifi
Technology Innovation:
● Telecom Infra Project
● Open RAN
We require innovation in policy and
regulation, business models, and
technology to ensure all Africans have
access to high-speed connectivity
● Policy and regulation innovation to
attract more investment in
connectivity infrastructure
● Business model innovation to enable
service providers share resources
and bring down the costs of
deploying and operating networks
● Technology innovation to transform
the traditional ways of rolling out
networks to more open
disaggregated networks
10. 10
Spectrum policy Is key to
high speed connectivity
growth in SSA
We advocate to maximize the use of
licensed spectrum and to create
more unlicensed spectrum.
We are also excited to see the
potential of shared spectrum use
cases.
11. Updating the 60 GHz Framework across SSA
Regulation
EU Decision 2019/1345
ERC Recommendation 70-03, Annex 3
Reports
ECC Report 288
CEPT Report 78
Standards
EN 302 567
EN 303 722
EN 303 753
African Telecommunications Union
Recommendation
ATU-R Recommendation 005-0.
The 60 GHz Band (57-71 GHz) - EU SRD Framework and ATU Recommendation
Facebook encourages African Administration to open the 57-71 GHz band to license-exempt devices and align its
technical conditions with those in categories 75, 75a or 75b of Commission Implementing Decision (EU) 2019/1345 cases,
including IMT in 66-71 GHz, in line with decisions of other regulators in Region 1. Should African Regulators favour
another regulatory approach in 66-71 GHz, they should at least open 57-66 GHz to license-exempt devices, in line with
ATU-R Recommendation 005-0.
12. Confidential - Not for Further Distribution
2Africa
23
Countries
343M
People
Covered
37,000
Kilometers
28
Open Access
Landing Stations
180Tbps
Capacity
Confidential - Not for Further Distribution
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Not for Further Distribution – Subject to NDA
CD - Dem. Rep. of Congo
CG - Rep. of the Congo
CI - Ivory Coast
DJ - Djibouti
EG - Egypt
ES - Spain
FR - France
GA - Gabon
GB - United Kingdom
GH - Ghana
IT - Italy
KE - Kenya
MG - Madagascar
MZ - Mozambique
NG - Nigeria
OM - Oman
PT - Portugal
SA - Saudi Arabia
SD - Sudan
SN - Senegal
SO - Somalia
TZ - Tanzania
ZA - South Africa
32
Countries
45,000
Kilometers
42
Open Access Landing
Stations
180 Tbps
Capacity
2Africa is the most comprehensive subsea fiber optic cable project to serve the
African continent.
14. The TIP Community is working together to innovate future
networks to advance high speed connectivity
15. 15
Why OPENRAN?
OpenRAN addresses the challenges to achieving
greater, higher-quality connectivity
• Democratise the
supply chain to
advance
connectivity
• Accelerate
innovation
towards high
speed connectivity
• Improve network
economics to
expand networks
more efficiently
FROM: Single-vendor, fully
integrated RAN
TO: Multi-vendor, disaggregated
interoperable RAN
16. We still need to address the relevance and readiness
challenges to fully harness the opportunities resulting
from high speed connectivity