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Zimbabwe gears up for eSIMs thanks to Workz & Econet
On Wednesday, 6 November 2019, mobile and IoT solutions provider Workz Group and Econet Zimbabwe announced a deal that will see them offer Zimbabwean subscribers network connectivity via embedded SIM devices such as the iPhone XS/XR/11 and Microsoft Surface Pro…
New partnership sees InterSAT expand Satellite Services in Sub-Saharan Africa
Global broadband satellite network services provider, Hughes Network Systems announced that InterSAT, one of the largest providers of Internet solutions in Africa, has selected the Hughes JUPITER System to power its new SkyFi satellite broadband service for consumers and micro/small-to-medium…
Vox launches data and voice solution for under-serviced areas
Integrated ICT and infrastructure provider, Vox announced on Tuesday, 5 November 2019, the launch of a double data promotion for contract subscribers of its YahClick satellite services, bringing prices and speed comparable to that of terrestrial wireless alternatives. “Last year,…
Huawei nova 5T officially available in South Africa
Huawei officially unveiled its latest nova 5T device on Friday, 1 November 2019. The device features premium Huawei innovations and advanced smartphone photographic capabilities. “At Huawei, we pride ourselves on offering our customers the latest in innovation, and are committed…
Vodacom launches the first smart feature phone in Tanzania
Tanzanian cellular network company, Vodacom announced the launch of the country’s first smart feature phone, Smart Kitochi, operating on KaiOS on Friday, 1 November 2019. This new launch serves as a milestone for both the companies and the country, as…
MTN reveals revenue growth despite drop in subscribers
On Thursday, 31 October 2019, MTN South Africa published its trading update showing mixed results for the last nine months, ending 31 September 2019. The mobile network provider indicated that although there has been a slight growth in service revenue…
Samsung reveals its next-gen flip phone concept
Samsung unveiled its latest Galaxy Fold design: a ‘clamshell’ flip phone that folds vertically, rather than from the sides. The new concept, which Samsung is yet to name, was showcased at its annual Developer Conference on Tuesday, 29 October 2019.…
Nokia and Ooredoo Tunisia gear up for 5G cloud mobile core project
Tunisian mobile operator, Ooredoo Tunisia and Nokia announced on Wednesday, 30 October 2019, that the two companies would be partnering to deploy a 5G cloud mobile project. Ooredoo Tunisia is currently the country’s biggest mobile operator with over 8.8 million…
Axon Wireless launches ‘tap & go’ SIM registration in Ivory Coast
South African tech company, Axon Wireless announced on Wednesday, 30 October 2019, that it has launched Africa’s first ‘tap and go’ system for mobile SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) card registration. Ivory Coast is the first country on the continent where…
Cell C takes home Top Consumer Service Award despite stumbling in 2019
South African network provider, Cell C has been awarded the Overall Telecommunications Industry Award at the 2019/2020 Ask Afrika Orange Index Awards for customer service, for the second year in a row. Cell C’s CEO, Douglas Craigie Stevenson says, “We…
Vodacom launches new 4G smart feature phone
South African network provider, Vodacom launched a 4G smart feature phone on Tuesday, 22 October 2019. The Vodacom Vibe 4G is said to have been designed for users who are looking for a smart, yet affordable device and is priced…
South Africa’s best mobile network revealed
MyBroadband Insights has released its Q3 2019 Mobile Network Quality Report, which shows that MTN has the best mobile network in South Africa. The report, based on 314,751-speed tests performed by thousands of Android Speed Test App users, documents five…
Huawei and US companies in talks over 5G licensing
Tech giant, Huawei is said to be in early-stage talks with several US telecom companies regarding licensing of its 5G network technology. According to a report by Reuters, “the idea of a one-off fee in exchange for access to Huawei’s…
INTERVIEW: The days of one-dimensional service providers are over, says MTN CEO
“With the emergence of the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR), mobile technology innovation and quality network infrastructure become crucial to reshaping and improving living standards for more people. Mobile network operators need to be agile to accommodate innovations,” says Godfrey Motsa,…
6 things you should know about South Africa’s first smartphones
Proudly South African smartphone manufacturer, Mara Phones officially launched the first smartphone manufacturing facility in the country on Thursday, 17 October 2019. The plant – located in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal – was possible thanks to a R1.5-billion investment by Mara Phones…
Out There Media signs deal with Vodafone for RCS
Mobile advertising and data monetization agency, Out There Media (OTM) announced on Friday, 18 October 2019, that it has partnered with Vodafone Group for its Rich Communication Services (RCS) offering. According to the company, the deal follows two highly successful campaigns…
