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Nigerian government to fund NIGCOMSAT
The Nigerian parliament said its pledge to financially assist Nigerian Communication Satellite (NIGCOMSAT) in its NigComSat 2 and 3 initiatives will help boost the country’s information and telecommunications sector, as well as boost the company’s bottom line.
More job losses at Nokia
Mobile phone producer Nokia said it will lay off more than 450 employees globally following plans to further streamline its internal operations.
SA court says yes to Telkom, Ericsson contract
In South Africa, the Gauteng North High Court has rejected an application for an interdict prohibiting Telkom from proceeding with the implementation of a contract awarded to Ericsson, brought by Maredi, an unsuccessful bidder for the same tender.
Etisalat, Nokia partner to offer internet services
In an initiative to promote the adoption of advanced mobile internet services in the Middle East, network provider Etisalat and handset manufacturer have Nokia announced a joint effort to provide access to advanced mobile Internet based services such as maps,…
Home automation technology sales grow despite recession
According to a new study by ABI research, vendors of home automation systems are expected to ship nearly 2.8 million units globally in 2011. This is despite the prevailing negative economic climate.
Seacom signs deal with Interoute for global fibre network connection
Seacom and Interoute have signed an agreement, which will see the connection of the African fibre network provider’s 17,000 kilometre intercontinental submarine fibre optic network cable to Interoute’ s pan-European fibre optic network.
SA company nominated for 2009 World Technology Awards
South African SMS solution company Clickatell has been selected as a nominee for a 2009 World Technology Award, presented by the World Technology Network, in association with TIME magazine, Fortune magazine, and Science magazine.
Vodafone to launch ring back tones in emerging markets
UK based network services provider Vodafone said it would introduce its “ring back tone” service to customers in emerging markets, a service only available to the company’s customers in India until now.
Nokia launches South African music store
Nokia South Africa today announced the launch of the “South Africa Nokia Music Store”, offering local and international music tracks for purchase and download.
Vodacom gears up for soccer tournament
South African mobile network services provider Vodacom has begun preparations for the annual Vodacom Challenge soccer tournament.
SA company launches innovative mobile survey service
South African mobile solutions provider Mobilitrix has introduced a new service offering, enabling companies to conduct mobile phone surveys without having to send text messages.
Nokia shareholders authorize repurchase of shares
Shareholders have authorized Nokia’s Board of Directors to repurchase a maximum of 360 million Nokia shares and distribute a dividend of EUR 0.40 per share for 2008 at the company’s Annual General Meeting (AGM), held in Finland.
Solid financial results for SA tech giant Altech
South African technology Information and Communication Technology (ICT) company Altech has reported positive results for the financial year ended 28 February 2009.
MTN Sudan launches social investment initiative for women
MTN Sudan has launched its corporate social investment projects for 2009, entitled “Together for wellbeing of Sudanese society”, including an initiative specifically aimed at the upliftment of women.
Zain Nigeria introduces new mobile promotion
Zain Nigeria has announced a new product offering, allowing customers to get bonus minutes when making calls to another Zain number.
ICASA defends Telkom sale of Vodacom shares
The Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (ICASA) has defended the controversial sale and unbundling of Telkom SA shares in the Vodacom Group to UK based Vodafone.
