AI offers Africa an opportunity to leapfrog
One of the top ten strategic technology trends for 2018, as identified by Gartner.
Zimbabwe: TelOne seeks broadcast license for VoD services
License subject to final approval, according to industry regulator.
Sage appoints Pieter Bensch as new VP for Africa & Middle East
Bensch joins Sage from Hewlett-Packard Enterprise (HPE), where he was Managing Director for South Africa.
Kwesé TV, Orange Botswana pen content agreement
Newly introduced mobile streaming service includes access to exclusive content.
Unregistered SIM card deactivation underway in Uganda
Mobile network operators have started to deactivate unregistered SIM cards as government's deadline passes.
2017 Indo-Africa ICT Expo identifies opportunity in Africa's mobile market
3rd edition of annual showcase aims to strengthen ties between Indian ICT companies and those from across Africa.
Ghana and Nigeria connect internet exchange points
Said to be the first of its kind IXP interconnection in West Africa.
MTN SA completes LTE rollout in Rustenburg
The increased LTE coverage in the mining town of Rustenburg was achieved through re-farming of existing spectrum.
Ericsson, Qualcomm, MTN complete first CAT-M1 test in Africa for IoT
This is the first Cat-M1 test implementation of its kind in Africa and represents the first stage of a wider scope of test activity.
Zimbabwe looks to banish 'ghost voters'
Country implements biometric voter registration system to streamline processes ahead of 2018 elections.
OT-Morpho dismisses hacking claims in Kenya's electoral system
In correspondence to the French government, Raila Odinga and the NASA coalition have accused OT-Morpho of allowing unauthorised access to its servers.
Nigeria military monitors social media
Digital rights group reacts to announcement by Director of Nigerian Army's Defence Information.
ROI from IoT projects in Africa depends on connectivity
Vendors looking to reduce complexity by providing a single connection to sensors.
AfricaCom 2017 adds new technology arena
The technology arena will be home to over 100 technology-focused exhibitors at the AfricaCom conference in Cape Town in November.
Botswana Innovation Hub to host US$3 million development programme
Project aiming to empower youth and entrepreneurs across Southern Africa is funded by De Beers and Stanford Graduate School of Business.
Huawei forecasts cloud alliance
Guo Ping, Huawei's rotating CEO, delivers keynote address at Huawei Connect 2017.
SACS at critical phase of development
Project advances to installation of the cable on the Angolan shore.
Nigeria’s iConcepts launches mobile marketing app for start-ups
Regional media reports that the most prominent headache for start-ups is figuring out how to make customers believe in their services and offerings.
Uganda takes on 'irresponsible' social media users
Communications regulator express concern over possible hate speech, prejudice and other content.
'Mind the law as you innovate'
Regulation, if not managed, has the potential to stifle tech innovation in Africa.
Will global tripartite ICT agreement pay off for Egypt?
Inaugural steering committee meeting underway in Cyprus, attended by representatives from Egypt, Cyprus and Greece.
Kenya: striking e-taxi drivers demand better pay
Labour dispute believed to be part of ongoing price war within increasingly competitive market.
Uber SA's petition to govt garners over 40 000 supporters
Ride hailing service alleges that authorities have not done enough to protect its driver partners from attacks.
Liquid Telecom adapts leadership structure ahead of expansion
Recent appointment sees Willem Marais take up position as new Chief Business Development Officer.
Dell EMC appoints Mitsumi as distribution partner for Africa
Mitsumi's reseller partners across the continent will have access to Dell EMC portfolio.
Microsoft appoints new WCA country manager
The team will continue to accelerate the organisation's cloud drive on the continent and increase digital transformation.
SA's first Huawei HAINA students graduate
First cohort of Huawei Authorised Information and Network Academy students achieve success in ICT education program.
Connected conservation helps protect SA's rhino
Strategic use of technology has resulted in a 96% reduction in rhino poaching at an undisclosed reserve.
Zuku Fire blazes in Dar es Salaam
Data consumption in Tanzania is three times higher than in Swaziland, according to Wananchi Group CEO.
Ringier "laser-focused" on African expansion in 2017
6th generation business has tailored its business model to leverage digital transformation on the continent.
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| When it comes to mobile devices, things are getting more personal, including attacks. Contact lists, emails and text messages are just the tip of what people keep on their devices. | |
| by Securicom - 19 Sep 2017 | |
| ContinuitySA's Padma Naidoo named Business Continuity and Resilience Consultant of the Year at BCI Africa Awards | |
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| by ContinuitySA - 18 Sep 2017 | |
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| Jeremy Capell, GM, Advisory Services at ContinuitySA, has been named Industry Personality of 2017 by the Business Continuity Institute. | |
| by ContinuitySA - 15 Sep 2017 | |
| Kyocera Document Solutions SA celebrates 11 years of partnership with NPO Potter's House Training Centre | |
| KYOCERA Document Solutions (KDZA) and non-profit organisation Potter's House Training Centre are pleased to announce the 11th anniversary of their close collaboration on the education and training of South Africans interested in xerography. | |
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