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Vodacom upgrades network ahead of 2010
SOUTH Africa’s Vodacom, has intensified efforts to ensure that its network is capable of handling mobile traffic during and after the 2010 Soccer World Cup.
Massive broadband growth in Africa predicted
There is an increase in global demand for broadband access with connections expected to reach the 500million mark and Africa is set to be the biggest beneficiary, this according to new research.
Vivendi takes over Zain Africa with $12bn bid
France’s largest entertainment group Vivendi, has reportedly taken over Zain Africa with a $12 billion bid, ending speculation regarding the future of the ailing telecoms giant. The Monitor in Uganda reported that the move signals an ironic return for the…
President Obama scores first with MXit
US President Barack Obama, has scored another first, by becoming the first head of state to engage African youths through social network and instant messenger MXit, which boasts of more than 14 million users.
1500 kilometer cable launched in Uganda
Infocom and Data Networks (KDN) have announced the launch of a 1500 kilometre fibre-optic cable linking Kampala to Nairobi and Mombasa.
Telkom Kenya launches WAP portal
TELKOM Kenya has launched a wireless application protocol (WAP) portal that will enable Orange Mobile subscribers’ internet access, which it believes will make it the market leader in broadband services.
Development Fund invests $97.4 mln in Essar Telecom Kenya
Pan African Infrastructure Development Fund (PAIDF) has invested 7.5 billion Kenyan shillings(about 97.4 million U.S. dollars) in Essar Telecom Kenya (ETK), the country’s fourth mobile phone operator to expand its East Africa operations.
Africa’s high mobile penetration sets the stage for Internet revolution
Rapid penetration of cellular phones into South Africa and the rest of the Africa will set the stage for mass adoption of the Internet across the country and continent. That’s according to Deon Liebenberg, Regional Director for Sub Sahara Africa…
Vivendi bids for Zain Africa
Zain has received an offer from France’s largest entertainment groups Vivendi, for its African operations. There is no word on the amount offered but Kuwaiti daily al-Anbaa has reported that Zain’s Group’s Assistant Chief Executive for Business Development and Government…
MTN, BELGACOM, SWISSCOM welcome transaction
THE current shareholders of Belgacom ICS, Belgacom and Swisscom, have expressed pleasure at their recent transaction with South Africa-based MTN. This follows the announcement of Belgacom ICS (BICS) and MTN’s next step in their strategic co-operation by combining their international…
New Telkom Kenya CEO focuses on turnaround
NEW Telkom Kenya chief executive officer, Mickael Ghossein said he would focus on turning the company’s fortunes around.
SAFARICOM launches Kenya’s first mobile internet portal
SAFARICOM has launched Kenya’s first mobile internet portal, a service that will enable Safaricom subscribers get fast access to both local and international content on their mobile phones.
MTI Nigeria reports positive results
NIGERIA’S Mass Telecom Innovation (MTI) Plc has released a positive set of results for the first quarter of the year ending March 31.
Sea Pirates delay SEACOM launch
The increase in pirate activity during April and May 2009, both in terms of intensity and geographical coverage, necessitated a change in SEACOM’s cable installation plans which resulted in a delay in the ready for service date from 27 June…
Flytxt expands operations to South Africa
Technology leader in Mobile Marketing 2.0 expands global footprint Flytxt (www.flytxt.com), a leading mobile marketing platform provider, has announced plans to expand its business focus and presence to South Africa.
Telkom seeks approval to increase tariffs
TELKOM has filed for a 1,7 percent tariff adjustment with the Independent Communications Authority of south Africa (ICASA). Pending ICASA approval of the price increase, Telkom’s new tariffs will become effective on 1 August 2009.
