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Globalstar signed a strategic partnership with Liquid Intelligent Technologies to deliver 5G connectivity solutions across Africa, the Middle East, and the Gulf. 

The partnership announced Wednesday will provide Liquid with exclusive rights to sell and distribute Globalstar’s XCOM RAN private networks 5G access solution in the Gulf, Middle East, and Africa regions. The companies highlighted the potential for this solution to impact the mining industry in Africa and high-end markets in the Middle East and Gulf regions.

The collaboration also includes potential expansion to Globalstar’s satellite, Band n53 spectrum, and IoT solutions on a non-exclusive basis.

“Globalstar’s unique 5G enterprise solution will enable us to provide unparalleled connectivity to our customers on the continent, aligning with our ambition of becoming a leading technology company of African heritage, empowering businesses and communities with the reliable and high-speed internet access needed to thrive in the digital age,” commented Hardy Pemhiwa, president and group CEO of Cassava Technologies.