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How the DRC Is Using Mobile Phone Data to Fight Ebola
The DRC is using anonymized mobile phone data for the first time to predict Ebola outbreaks. As of September 21, 2026, the DRC reported 7,773 confirmed Ebola cases and 3,759 deaths.
Cell C in talks with Starlink and Amazon Leo
Cell C is discussing potential partnerships with SpaceX's Starlink and Amazon Leo for satellite broadband services. CEO Jorge Mendes describes Cell C's strategy as network agnostic, focusing on a network of networks.
Cell C launches 5G
Cell C's 5G network is live and available to customers with 5G handsets. CEO Jorge Mendes confirmed the network's existence in response to a direct question during an interview.
Starlink direct-to-mobile network launched in key Sadc country
Airtel Africa launched Africa's first commercial direct-to-phone satellite service, Starlink Mobile, on 14 August. The service allows Airtel DRC customers to connect directly to SpaceX's low-Earth orbit satellites using compatible LTE Android smartphones.
TCS | Herotel CEO Van Zyl Botha on beating Starlink to South Africa
Amazon's Leo satellite constellation is set to launch in South Africa in 2027 through Herotel. Herotel will market the service under the brand Evry.
