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SMS revenue to grow in Middle East and Africa
According to a report by Pyramid Research, sms revenue in Africa and the Middle East is set equal nearly US$12 billion by 2013.
New portable mobile phone charger introduced
A new portable emergency charging device has been introduced to the South African market by a local online device vendor, PDAShop.co.za.
ICASA to accept service application from Broadband Infraco
Broadband Infraco (Pty) Ltd has been invited to apply for Electronic Communications Network Service (ECNS) and Electronic Communication Service accreditation by the Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (ICASA).
SonyEricsson introduces wireless bluetooth speakers
Mobile phone and peripheral manufacturer Sony Ericsson has introduced a new wireless outdoor Bluetooth speaker system, a world first.
Telkom Kenya and Qualcomm combat HIV with mobile technology
In a corporate social responsibility initiative to improve HIV / AIDS related health services in Kenya, Telkom Kenya and Qualcomm are partnering to provide much needed technology solutions to health care centers.
1,700 employees affected by Nokia global restructuring
Nokia has announced that about 1,700 of the company’s employees would be affected by proposed changes in its structures.
MTN, Fundamo in US$9,7 million mobile banking agreement
In a US$9,7 million deal, Fundamo has been selected by the MTN Group to provide the software platform for its “MobileMoney” service.
Minister says Zamtel should be privatized
Zambia’s Minister of Communications and Transport has said that the Zambia Telecommunications Company (Zamtel), the country’s sole telecoms parastatal, should be privatized in order to be profitable.
Lamit Company allocates more satellite capacity to Africa
Lamit Company, a provider of broadband satellite internet services, has allocated additional capacity to the Middle East and Africa theatres.
Neotel wins Cisco award for service offering
Neotel, South Africa’s second fixed line service provider, has urged the country’s industry to make use of its services.
Ericsson introduces new broadband technology in Nigeria
Ericsson has showcased its new mainstream broadband VDSL2 technology in Nigeria. The new technology provides greater bandwidth than traditional ADSL, making multiple data streams, including services like high definition television. Says Hakan Eriksson, Chief Technical Officer at Ericsson: “This demonstration…
Report positive about broadband in Africa
Balancing Act has produced the third edition of its “Voice and Data Bandwidth Forecasts” report, highlighting a positive outlook for broadband on the African continent.
Multi-million dollar satellite infrastructure for Africa
Satellite operator Intelsat, along with investors from South Africa, have gained approval of a US$25 million loan for the launch and operation of a pan-African satellite system.
MTN to pilot mobile money transfer system in South Africa
Following the successful launch of MTN’s mobile money transfer system, “MobileMoney”, in Uganda, the company is piloting a similar initiative in South Africa.
Vodacom launches South Africa TV game show
Vodacom, a leading South African mobile service provider, is launching a new game show on one of the country’s public broadcast channels, SABC 2.
Sony Ericsson victim of hoax e-mailers
Sony Ericsson has become a victim of hoax e-mailers in a campaign that attempts to extract personal information from individuals through promises of prizes.
