Mapping the Future of Connectivity
To celebrate this year’s International GIS Day, we are proud to highlight the achievements of our GIS team, which continues to set the standard in mapping fibre optic networks across multiple countries worldwide. Building upon one of our previous milestones, the successful mapping of the entire fibre optic backbone across Africa, including existing, planned, and […]
Rewiring the Future: How MENA telcos are powering the next digital economy
Across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, telecom operators face a pivotal moment. Their traditional role of providing voice, data, and internet connectivity, while still essential, no longer fully meets the needs of rapidly developing digital societies. Increasingly, governments, businesses, and citizens expect telecom providers to evolve into something more: architects of a new […]
The Impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on the Telecommunications Sector
AI’s impact on the telco sector is growing Artificial intelligence in telecommunications mainly focuses on strategic implementation of its technologies in streamlining operations. Examples of these operations include automating routine tasks, using AI’s predictive capabilities to anticipate network failures, analyzing user data and preferences, and even content delivery and video analytics. The latest reports from […]
World Telecommunication and Information Society Day 2025
2.6 billion people globally remain offline, with women and girls making up the majority. According to ITU’s Facts and Figures 2024, 70% of men use the Internet compared to 65% of women, resulting in 189 million more men online. The gap is slowly narrowing but remains especially wide in least developed countries, where only 29% […]
Demographics of Internet Use
Telecommunications are essential to global development, especially in regions with limited connectivity. Yet, 2.6 billion people – 33% of the world’s population – remain offline. Europe has the highest internet access, followed by the Americas, while Asia and Africa lag behind. Youth aged 15-24 are more connected than other age groups, with 79% using the […]
Mapping a More Connected Future
At Salience Consulting, GIS is more than maps – it’s the backbone of our work in transforming communities through telecom across the globe. From enabling strategic network planning to optimizing telecom infrastructure, GIS plays an integral role in driving smarter decisions and delivering impact where it matters most. We’re proud to have mapped the ICT infrastructure […]
Cyber Security Awareness
As businesses and individuals increasingly move into the digital realm, cybersecurity has evolved from a technical issue into a critical component of strategic risk management. In Q2 2024, cyber-attacks grew by 30% globally, with ransomware and phishing as the top threats targeting organizations of all sizes. These trends underline the urgent need for both robust […]
Satellite Solutions for Internet Challenges in Africa
In Africa, the lack of extensive terrestrial infrastructure limits widespread internet access, particularly in rural and remote areas. While optical fibre networks are mainly found in urban centres, alternative solutions like satellite connectivity are being pursued. Starlink, SpaceX’s satellite broadband provider, is expanding its presence, offering high-speed, low-latency services in eight African countries with more […]
Telcos and Data Consumption
With the advancement of telecom technologies, data consumption has witnessed a significant increase. This can be attributed to various factors. The widespread adoption of Over-The-Top services, including video streaming, social media platforms, and messaging apps, as well as AI and IoT has significantly contributed to the increased consumption of data. These services have become increasingly […]
Cyber Threats are Growing in Parallel with Telecom Technology
The telecommunications industry, valued at $1.8 trillion and continually receiving investments, is crucial in our daily lives. The ever-increasing number of users and the demand for high-speed connectivity resulted in technological upgrades, such as the growth of 5G and the Internet of Things (IoT). This growth also has its downsides, with the rise of cyber […]