• Orange RDC aims to help transform the Democratic Republic of Congo into a leading African technology hub by 2030 through investments in connectivity, digital inclusion and talent development.

• The operator plans to expand fiber-optic infrastructure, improve mobile network quality and advocate lower taxes on smartphones and network equipment.

• Mobile internet revenues now account for more than half of telecom market revenue in the DRC, while telecommunications penetration has reached 62% and internet penetration stands at 33%.

Orange RDC reaffirmed its ambition to help position the Democratic Republic of Congo as a leading technology hub in Africa by 2030. The company outlined that vision during a meeting between its Chief Executive Officer, Brutus Sadou Diakite, and José Mpanda Kabangu. During the meeting, the operator presented the main pillars of its strategy to support the country's accelerating digital transformation.

Orange RDC placed infrastructure development at the center of its roadmap. The operator plans to continue investing in fiber-optic network expansion and improvements to mobile-network quality. The company considers those investments essential in a country where connectivity challenges remain significant, particularly outside major urban centers. Orange RDC argues that broader digital coverage represents a prerequisite for the development of digital services and the expansion of the digital economy.

Orange RDC also identified device affordability as a strategic priority. The company called for lower taxes on smartphones and network equipment. According to the operator, such measures could accelerate digital-service adoption, improve nationwide coverage and support the investments required to expand network capacity.

Orange RDC also emphasized skills development as a critical component of its strategy. The group intends to leverage its international expertise to support the training of local talent in digital technologies and innovation. The company aims to build a pool of skilled professionals capable of supporting new digital services and sustaining the growth of the Congolese digital economy.

Orange RDC presented its strategy against a backdrop of sustained growth in digital adoption across the country. Industry data show that telecommunications penetration has reached 62%, while internet penetration has climbed to 33%. At the same time, mobile internet revenues now generate more than half of total telecom-sector revenue, highlighting the growing importance of digital services in the Congolese market.

Congolese authorities are also increasing efforts to strengthen digital inclusion. In early June, the Universal Service Development Fund launched construction work on its first pilot telecommunications sites in the Kongo Central province to extend connectivity to underserved areas. Meanwhile, Orange is already participating in several coverage-expansion projects. The company notably works with Vodacom through a partnership designed to connect millions of additional residents in rural regions.

Orange RDC and public authorities agree that infrastructure alone will not create a Congolese technology hub. Both parties believe that the country must also expand access to digital devices, strengthen digital skills and improve connectivity across all 145 territories of the Democratic Republic of Congo. Together, those measures are expected to support broader digital inclusion and accelerate the country's digital transformation.

This article was initially published in French by Samira Njoya

Adapted in English by Ange J.A de Berry Quenum

• HaHuJobs centralizes job opportunities across multiple industries and enables candidates to search, apply and track applications through a single platform.

• The company allows users to create detailed professional profiles that showcase qualifications, skills and experience to recruiters.

• Co-founder and CEO Kaleab M. Tesema also leads technology consulting firm Minab IT Solutions and served as a technical consultant for the World Bank between 2023 and 2025.

Kaleab M. Tesema is an Ethiopian entrepreneur and digital solutions specialist. He serves as co-founder and chief executive officer of HaHuJobs, one of Ethiopia’s leading employment and recruitment platforms.

HaHuJobs launched in 2019 with the objective of making job searches simpler, faster and more accessible. The platform centralizes employment opportunities and eliminates the need for candidates to navigate multiple sources. Users can filter vacancies by industry and identify positions that match their qualifications and interests.

One of the platform’s core services allows candidates to create detailed professional profiles. This feature enables users to present their educational background, skills and professional experience in a structured format. As a result, candidates can highlight their qualifications more effectively to potential employers.

HaHuJobs also enables candidates to apply directly for positions listed on the platform. The company allows users to track the progress of their applications and receive notifications related to recruitment processes. In addition, the platform provides job-alert services that notify users when new opportunities match their preferences and areas of interest.

The platform serves a broad range of industries, including business, finance, engineering, healthcare, education, information technology, logistics, science, creative arts, legal services and hospitality.

Tesema has expanded his entrepreneurial activities beyond digital recruitment. He co-founded Minab IT Solutions in 2014 and has served as the company’s chief executive officer since 2021. The technology consulting and cloud solutions firm specializes in professional networking platforms, data analytics, business process automation, reporting tools and property management solutions.

Tesema earned a bachelor’s degree in computer science from Addis Ababa University in 2014. He also contributed his expertise to international institutions. Notably, he served as a technical consultant for the World Bank from 2023 to 2025.

This article was initially published in French by Melchior Koba

Adapted in English by Ange J.A de Berry Quenum

• Algeria inaugurated its first national center dedicated to technologies and innovation in virtual education systems near Algiers on June 8.

• The facility aims to accelerate the adoption of artificial intelligence, digital learning tools and remote education technologies across universities and research institutions.

• The project supports Algeria’s broader goal of building a knowledge-based economy and increasing the number of startups in the country to 20,000 by 2029.

Algeria continues to implement its higher education digitalization strategy. On Monday, June 8, the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research inaugurated the country's first national center dedicated to technologies and innovation in virtual education systems in Sidi Abdellah, near Algiers. The initiative seeks to deepen the integration of artificial intelligence and digital tools into teaching practices and scientific research.

The center serves as a platform for developing and testing new learning methods. The facility provides digital infrastructure, distance-learning platforms and specialized resources that support the digitalization of academic programs and research activities.

Authorities expect the center to improve educational quality, encourage pedagogical innovation and prepare students for careers increasingly shaped by emerging technologies.

The initiative forms part of a broader national ambition to build an economy driven by knowledge and innovation. Authorities have set a target of increasing the number of startups in Algeria to 20,000 by 2029. The government intends to leverage universities as key sources of talent, entrepreneurship and technological innovation to achieve that objective.

The project also aligns with the Ministry of Higher Education’s strategy to create a "fourth-generation university" model based on digitalized services, intelligent learning systems and advanced technologies.

Within that framework, Algeria has introduced new academic programs focused on artificial intelligence. The country has also expanded the use of digital tools for student guidance and strengthened AI computing infrastructure at the National Higher School of Artificial Intelligence.

For policymakers, the initiative extends beyond the academic sphere. Authorities increasingly view the development of a national artificial intelligence ecosystem as a driver of economic competitiveness and digital sovereignty. By strengthening education, research and innovation capabilities, Algeria aims to develop the skills required to support the digital transformation of productive sectors and reduce dependence on technologies developed abroad.

This article was initially published in French by Samira Njoya

Adapted in English by Ange J.A de Berry Quenum