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New SPARK 20C Smartphone Is Set to Arrive in South Africa
Hot on the heels of the introduction of the new SPARK GO 2024 device in the country, TECNO is unveiling another new phone in South Africa. This time, it’s the SPARK 20C, the successor to last year’s budget-friendly SPARK 10C.…
Centre of Excellence for Fiber Optic Technicians Launched
Safaricom -NSE: SCOM has launched the Connect Academy, a program that will offer premier industrial training for fiber optic technicians. Announced on the sidelines of the Connected Africa Summit 2024, the academy aligns with Safaricom’s commitment to investing in robust…
Fresh off the line: Dell Inspiron Laptops – Available Now!
Inspiron 14 2-in-1: The Inspiron 14 2-in-1 offers two processor options: Intel® Core™ processors or AMD Ryzen™ 8040 Series processors*. This versatile and lightweight device is ideal for individuals who wish to seamlessly transition from work to entertainment, regardless of…
Tech Innovator Enables Educators Close Digital Gap in Africa
Tangible Africa, a tech innovator based in South Africa’s Eastern Cape Province, is bridging Africa’s digital divide. Funded and supported by the world’s largest cloud services provider, Amazon Web Services– AWS, Tangible Africa has developed innovative gaming platforms to equip…
Cell C appoints a new Chief of Data & Analytics
Cell C proudly announces the appointment of Bryan O’Donovan as Chief Data & Analytics Officer, effective May 2024. In this crucial role, O’Donovan will spearhead the management of the organization’s data and analytics assets, championing data-driven decision-making processes, and…
5 Surprising Tech Skills Your Pet has Mastered
Technology Specialist for Geonode, Josh Gordon says “Technology is so deeply embedded in our daily routines that it often becomes invisible – except to those who observe us with a fresh perspective.” Our pets perceive us differently than we perceive…
MTN and Huawei Launch Joint Technology Innovation Lab for Africa
MTN Group, in partnership with Huawei, has officially inaugurated the Technology Innovation Lab at MTN Group’s headquarters, Johannesburg, South Africa. This milestone signifies a significant advancement in their ongoing collaboration across diverse digital fields. Initially announced during MWC 2024,…
ISPA Questions Aggressive Reductions In Fixed Call Termination Rates
South African non-profit company, and recognised Internet industry representative body- ISPA, questions recently announced aggressive reductions in fixed call termination rates. ISPA also advocates for the implementation of the proposed convergence of mobile and fixed call termination rates towards eventual…
Five Social Media Apps that Impact Nail Health
The following Media Apps do have a big impact on the wellbeing of your nails according to Software Engineer at Repocket, Jason Adler: Facebook This application requires continuous scrolling and typing, which can strain your nails. Instagram Regular use of…
Excessive Social Media Use Results in Brittle Nails: Expert
With the advancement of technology, social media has subtly become ingrained in our daily routines and, unwittingly, may be contributing to harmful conditions for our nails. Software Engineer for Repocket, Jason Adler says “Our nails act as indicators of our…
Enterprise Connectivity Soars with New LEO Satellite Service
SEACOM announced the launch of its all-new low earth orbit (LEO) satellite service, now available to enterprise clients. This service marks an evolutionary shift in connectivity in South Africa, complementing existing terrestrial broadband infrastructure and technologies. The launch follows a…
Top 2 Most Valuable Telcos in South Africa: Brand Finance
MTN remains South Africa’s most valuable brand, notwithstanding an 8% decline in its brand value year-on-year, now standing at just under R70 billion. This is information that comes after the latest Stats from Brand Finance. Brand Finance is the world’s leading…
Uber Teen Accounts in South Africa
Uber has announced the rollout of Uber Teen Accounts across South Africa, tailored to assist families on the move. Parents and guardians can now invite their adolescents (aged 13-17) to establish a dedicated Uber account, enabling them to independently request…
African super-app, hits 35 million monthly active users.
Ayoba is delighted to announce the attainment of a significant milestone, with our super-app now boasting 35 million monthly active users across the African continent as of December 2023. NEW TARGET MARKETS This remarkable growth can be attributed to heightened…
End of Era: Vodacom Axes ‘Basic Mode’ Facebook Access
In a move that has sparked widespread discussion, Vodacom has announced the termination of the ‘basic mode’ of Facebook on its network. This decision, effective from April 9, 2024, marks the end of a service that provided users with free…
Regulatory Compliance: Telecom Namibia Deactivates Prepaid SIMs
In a decisive move that has reverberated throughout the telecommunications industry, Telecom Namibia has deactivated nearly half of its prepaid subscribers. This drastic action, affecting 191,598 unregistered prepaid Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) cards, was taken to comply with the new…
