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TCS, Cellfind to fast-track LBS
TeleCommunication Systems (TCS), a world leader in highly reliable and secure mobile communication technology, and Cellfind, a subsidiary of the JSE listed Blue Label Telecom, are jointly providing solutions for mobile network operators (MNOs) in Africa to quickly and...
MTN Group rolls out Etisalat SmartHub
Etisalat, leading telecom operator in the Middle East and Africa has announced its partnership with MTN Group to extend their regional network reach via Etisalat SmartHub. MTN Group, a leading emerging markets telecommunications provider, will connect through...
Gilat unveils satellite, fibre services
Gilat Satcom has announced a host of new fibre and satellite services in Africa which will increase broadband availability, speeds and capacity for enterprises, fixed and mobile operators and service providers as well as NGOs and Governmental organisations. At the...
XON named elite partner by ADVA
XON has been awarded Elite Partner status by ADVA Optical Networking as part of the company’s new Partner Ecosphere Program (PEP). PEP provides ADVA Optical Networking’s partners with a comprehensive suite of tools designed to help expand their business and ensure the...
Leveraging WiFi to meet broadband demand
The prevalence of WiFi in Africa and around the world is increasing, with more and more mobile operators looking to deploy it as part of their overall networks, according to Ruckus Wireless, an exhibitor at this year’s AfricaCom, running from 12 to 14 November 2013 at...
Kolok SA to distribute TallyGenicom
Official South African partner, Kolok SA has entered the line matrix printing marketplace with the introduction of Printronix’ recently released TallyGenicom TG6800 series, which features maximum uptime, small footprint, low cost of ownership and reduced noise levels....
Aviat deploys STR600 solution in Ghana
Aviat Networks, the leading expert in microwave networking solutions, today announced that it is deploying its STR600 ultra-high capacity microwave radio solution for MTN Ghana as a part of the upgrade of the leading African mobile operator’s backhaul network to full...
Intelligent Energy launches Upp
Intelligent Energy, the global power technology company, has launched Upp – a personal energy device, to charge and power USB-compatible portable electronic devices, such as smartphones, feature phones, e-readers, tablets, portable gaming consoles, as well as digital...
Adapt IT acquires Aquilon
JSE listed Adapt IT has announced that it has acquired 100% of Aquilon, a South African based oil and gas specialist consultancy in a R98-million deal. This strategic acquisition will enhance Adapt IT’s expansion into Africa’s growing energy sector, strengthen the...
Fujitsu announces PrimeQuest evaluation
At Fujitsu Forum, Fujitsu announced a technology evaluation program for PrimeQuest high end servers which extend capacities of in-memory computing up to 12Tb. This means Fujitsu is the first vendor to enable realtime decision-making for large-scale SAP ERP (enterprise...
Internet of Things to reinvent industries
The Internet of Things is set to significantly change the technology market, according to Gartner. While IT spending in Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA) will show an average annual growth rate of 2.2% through 2017, the Internet of Things (things, people,...
European firms trapped in digital Dark Ages
European business leaders are not yet fully equipped for the digital age, with 63% saying they are far from ready for digital transformation, according to a new research commissioned by Ricoh. The research also reveals that while an overwhelming majority of business...
BlackBerry appoints new MD for Africa
BlackBerry has announced the appointment of Yudi Moodley as MD for Africa. With this appointment, Yudi Moodley will be responsible for overseeing and driving the overall business strategy and growth for BlackBerry across Africa. Yudi Moodley is replacing Alexandra...
TCS, Cellfind to fast-track LBS
TeleCommunication Systems (TCS), a world leader in highly reliable and secure mobile communication technology, and Cellfind, a subsidiary of the JSE listed Blue Label Telecom, are jointly providing solutions for mobile network operators (MNOs) in Africa to quickly and...
MTN Group rolls out Etisalat SmartHub
Etisalat, leading telecom operator in the Middle East and Africa has announced its partnership with MTN Group to extend their regional network reach via Etisalat SmartHub. MTN Group, a leading emerging markets telecommunications provider, will connect through...
Gilat unveils satellite, fibre services
Gilat Satcom has announced a host of new fibre and satellite services in Africa which will increase broadband availability, speeds and capacity for enterprises, fixed and mobile operators and service providers as well as NGOs and Governmental organisations. At the...
XON named elite partner by ADVA
XON has been awarded Elite Partner status by ADVA Optical Networking as part of the company’s new Partner Ecosphere Program (PEP). PEP provides ADVA Optical Networking’s partners with a comprehensive suite of tools designed to help expand their business and ensure the...
Leveraging WiFi to meet broadband demand
The prevalence of WiFi in Africa and around the world is increasing, with more and more mobile operators looking to deploy it as part of their overall networks, according to Ruckus Wireless, an exhibitor at this year’s AfricaCom, running from 12 to 14 November 2013 at...
Kolok SA to distribute TallyGenicom
Official South African partner, Kolok SA has entered the line matrix printing marketplace with the introduction of Printronix’ recently released TallyGenicom TG6800 series, which features maximum uptime, small footprint, low cost of ownership and reduced noise levels....
Aviat deploys STR600 solution in Ghana
Aviat Networks, the leading expert in microwave networking solutions, today announced that it is deploying its STR600 ultra-high capacity microwave radio solution for MTN Ghana as a part of the upgrade of the leading African mobile operator’s backhaul network to full...