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Clarifying ‘next-generation’ security as Networks Unlimited Africa offers holistic solution suite
In order to combat the rising sophistication of security threats, a holistic approach to the different aspects of next-generation security remains critical for today’s business. This is according to Stefan van de Giessen, general manager: cybersecurity at value-added distributor Networks…
Precise Technologies signs distribution agreement with Optimal IdM
Optimal IdM, an Identity Access Management solutions company, has signed a partnership deal with Precise Technologies. As a result of this deal, Precise Technologies has become the exclusive value-added distributor (VAD) of the OptimalCloud in Turkey, Africa and the Middle…
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Sub-Saharan Africa’s mobile economy valued at more than $150 Billion in 2018
According to a new study conducted by GSMA, more than 160 million new unique mobile subscribers will be added across the region by 2025, bringing the total to 623 million. This represents around half of the region’s population, up from…
5G Americas releases Future of IoT and 5G white paper
The trade association of 5G and LTE for the Americas, 5G Americas, announced on Tuesday, 16 July 2019, the release of 5G: The Future of IoT.  This 5G Americas’ white paper explores the market drivers and technology solutions for the…
Ubisoft announces release of final Assassin’s Creed Odyssey episode
On Tuesday, 16 July 2019, Ubisoft announced that Judgment of Atlantis, the final episode of the post-launch story arc of Assassin’s Creed Odyssey: The Fate of Atlantis, is now available on PlayStation4, Xbox One and Windows PC. Judgment of Atlantis…
Johannesburg tops Women Entrepreneur Cities Index
Dell Technologies has released its latest findings for its Women Entrepreneur Cities (WE Cities) Index, and according to the study, Johannesburg’s position at 36 is more indicative of the increasing competition to attract women, entrepreneurs. It ranks ahead of numerous…
Digital transformation is changing risk management in banks
For some time now, banks have been using digital technologies to help transform various areas of their business; in fact, digital has become deeply embedded in banking strategy. Digitisation is compelling for financial services businesses across the board, as it…
Cell C in trouble according to interim CEO
In March 2019, Cell C appointed Douglas Craigie Stevenson as interim CEO. He has since published an open letter where he details the plans to rescue the network provider from debt, poor business performance and liquidity problems. “We don’t have…
Gozem launches three-wheeled auto-rickshaw service in West Africa
Gozem has expanded its transport offering with the auto-rickshaws in Lomé and Cotonou after launching other on-demand transport products. Today, these auto-rickshaws are an intermediate form of transport, between motorcycle-taxis and car taxis, and can carry up to 3 passengers…
The pitfalls in Crypto investing
There are several common mistakes which the novice cryptocurrency investor should take note of before investing in crypto. Let’s dive into the most common pitfalls new investors make. Avoid these common pitfalls in crypto investing As an investor, you need…
Macsteel launches e-commerce B2B platform
A first for the steel sector, Macsteel has launched an e-commerce B2B platform to sell steel online, giving customers access to sales and enquiry environment all day every day throughout the year. “Business is no longer constrained to the hours…
Netshield introduces cost competitive range of “generic SFPs”
Companies using pluggable transceivers (SFPs, SFP+’s, QSFP+’s and QSFP28’s) to transform their network into cloud, digital and IoT ready infrastructure, can now make use of the Generic range of pluggable transceivers from Netshield. Not coded to a specific device, these…
FVC, Avaya partner to help African businesses deliver next-generation digital experiences
Value-Added-Distributor in the Middle East and Africa, FVC has partnered with Avaya to help businesses across North, West, East, Centra Africa and Egypt (NWECA) deliver unmatched customer experiences with Unified Communications, Collaboration and Cloud Communications solutions. The partnership will see…
Vodacom launches IoT products
Vodacom has launched a range of Internet of Things products that will allow customers to connect and monitor their compatible home and leisure IoT devices to the Vodacom dedicated global IoT network using a dedicated IoT V-Sim. The “V by…
Google unveils new social media platform, Shoelace
Google is again trying its hand at penetrating the social media market with the release of its latest platform, Shoelace. The launch comes just weeks after the tech company retired Google+, a social network that was created in 2011. The…
Space in Africa attracts funding for cross-continent coverage
On Tuesday, 16 July 2019, Space in Africa — news, data, and market analyst for the African space industry — announced that it has completed its seed funding round. While the exact figures were not disclosed, the funds raised are…
