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Nokia lobbies for less VAT
Mobile phone manufacturer Nokia is lobbying governments in the Sub-Saharan region to scrap Value Addition Tax (VAT) on cellular phones.
Malawi intensifies fibre-optic installation as demand for telecom technology grows
AS the demand for communication technology continues to grow in Africa, Malawi Telecommunications Limited (MTL) is intensifying efforts to speed up laying of underground fibre-optic cables throughout the country with a view to boast free flow of information.
Kenya, Nigeria key revival of IT ahead of 2010 World Cup
MANOUVRES by governments in Nigeria and Kenya, among others, in the information technology sector as well as the upcoming FIFA Confederations Cup will be key to the revival of struggling IT giant Spescom.
SMC Networks South Africa signs up Channel Data
SMC Networks South Africa, local supplier of the globally established network brand, has confirmed a distribution agreement with Channel Data, a specialist distributor supplying IT infrastructure products including networking, security, storage and power solutions.
Gartner Identifies Top Ten Priorities for Digital Advertising Transformation
Creating effective digital advertising operations is crucial for media companies regardless of the current adverse economic climate, according to Gartner Inc.
Unleash the power of High Definition
High Definition (HD) is gaining momentum and the resultant consumer awareness, offering a superior viewing experience – whether it is watching TV or enjoying your favourite Blu-ray Disk (BD) title. HD TV sales are picking up together with the uptake…
East Africa concerned about slow information technology growth
EAST Africa’s economic giant, Kenya, is concerned about the slow rate of information technology (IT) advancement in the country and Africa as a whole.
MTN Nigeria’s free midnight airtime
Though MTN offers subscribers free airtime between 12:30am and 4:30am, it is common knowledge that it’s rather difficult, if not outright impossible, to get a call through.
Globacom Selects Acision to Provide Value Added Services in Ghana
Acision, the world’s leading messaging company, announces today that Globacom, the fastest growing telecom operator in Africa, has selected Acision to provide Value Added Services (VAS) for Globacom’s new mobile network in Ghana.
Safaricom scoops two awards at AfriCom awards
Safaricom has won two awards at the inaugural AfricaCom Awards 2008, held Tuesday evening in Cape Town.
Zain Group sees ROI on Ringback Tone Solution in 10 days
Jinny Software, a leading supplier of personalised messaging and media processing platforms to mobile network operators, today announced that its Ringback Tone Server solution has driven a tremendous 10-day return-on-investment (ROI) for a Zain Group operator in Africa.
LG to launch new phones
LG is planing to launch 125 phones globally in the next year.
Orascom Telecom Q3 profit drops 28% on Pakistan woes
Orascom Telecom (OTH) has reported a 3rd quarter profit of US$90.5 million – down 28% on the same period a year ago thanks to lower revenues from its Pakistan subsidiary. The 3rd quarter figure was 12% up on the US$80.4…
Microfinance goes Mobile in Nigeria
Clickatell, leading global provider of mobile messaging solutions for financial institutions, today announces that New Heights Microfinance Bank Ltd Nigeria has chosen Clickatell to deploy mobile messaging services to its customers.
South Africa must welcome international aid in IT initiatives
Deputy Minister of Education, Andre Gaum has expressed appreciation at the international support South Africa has received in the vast field of information and computer technology.
Egypt: The New IT Outsourcing Destination
The economics of outsourcing are changing in America and Europe. High employee turnover, eroding profit margins and unreliable communications have led companies that traditionally rely on India and other countries for offshore information technology (IT) services to start looking for…
