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Zain Nigeria introduces prepaid Blackberry service
Zain Nigeria has introduced a new prepaid Blackberry service to its customers. This brings to an end the largely exclusive ability of only those people who can afford contract packages, to use the wide array of applications on Blackberry devices.
MTN launches SA’s first Android handset
Mobile network provider MTN has announced that it will launch a new flagship mobile handset into the South African market, through an exclusive partnership with local HTC distributor Leaf International Communications (Pty) Ltd.
Africa Future TV Conference confirmed for 3-4 August
Planning for the Africa Future TV Conference, the pre-eminent gathering of thought leaders in the traditional and internet broadcast media is on track.
Vodafone makes key new appointments to Board
UK mobile network giant Vodafone, now the majority shareholder in South Africa’s Vodacom, has announced tow new key appointments to its Board of Directors.
ICASA justifies attempt to stop Vodacom, Vodafone deal
The Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (ICASA) has defended its recent comments and court action aimed at preventing or delaying the listing of mobile network provider Vodacom, and the associated transfer of a controlling stake in the company to…
Fujitsu opens virtual Press Office on ITNewsAfrica.com
ITNewsAfrica.com, Africa’s leading ICT news and information website, is proud to announce the addition of a brand new press office for computer hardware manufacturer, Fujitsu, to the ITNewsAfrica.com community.
Telkom introduces new Educator of the Year awards
Telkom intends to honour South Africa’s bst Maths, Science and Technology educators through the introduction of the Telkom Educator of the Year Awards.
Nokia launches global application and software store
Nokia today launched its online Ovi Store, providing applications, games, videos, podcasts, productivity tools, web and location-based services available to download.
SA government officially recognises ISP organisation
The South African government has endorsed the Internet Providers Association (IPA) as the body officially representing the country’s internet service providers.
Telkom renews Charity Cup sponsorship
Telkom has issued a statement revealing plans to extend its sponsorship contract for the South African charity football tournament, the Telkom Charity Cup.
MTN, Bharti resume merger talks
Indian mobile network operator, Bharti Airtel Limited, has announced that it has “renewed its effort” to negotiate a possible merger with South African incumbent MTN Group Limited.
Kenya’s Orange Mobile hits 1 million subscriber mark
Kenyan mobile network operator Orange Mobile, a subsidiary of Telkom Kenya, has within eight months of its launch managed to attract one million subscribers.
Ericsson introduces world’s first commercial 4G site
Ericsson and TeliaSonera have jointly unveiled the world’s first next-generation (4G) commercial Long-Term Evolution (LTE) site in Stockholm, Sweden.
MTN introduces numberless Pay As You Go SIM packs
In compliance with ICASA regulations, MTN Pay As You Go has started to introduce newly packaged SIM card kits that do not contain predetermined numbers. Every new SIM pack will contain a detailed leaflet instructing customers how to acquire a…
Zain, Ericsson bring mobile tech to rural Nigeria
Middle East and African mobile network provider, Zain, and leading telecom equipment supplier, Ericsson, are working with the United Nations to help alleviate poverty and empower rural people in Nigeria.
Vodafone reports annual revenue increase of 15%
Mobile network operator Vodafone announced a revenue increase of 15% when the company released its annual financial results for the year ended March 2009. The company reported total revenue of GBP41.0 billion for the financial year.
