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Review: PlayStation TV
Sony PlayStation has brought out a number of devices that have changed the way we play and experience video games. Back in 1994, PlayStation introduced us to the PlayStation 1 console. As the console grew in popularity across Africa as…
“He who connects wins” – SAP Africa CEO
In this brave new world of the Networked Economy, one adage rings truer than ever: no company is an island. Mobile, cloud, social media and machine-to-machine (M2M) technologies are creating connections between people and organisations in more ways than we…
PayGate set to improve uptake of e-commerce in SA
Payment services provider PayGate has revealed PayPartner. According to the company, PayPartner is a support and rewards programme for the growing community of web developers using its services. The reveal was made by PayGate’s general manager for business development, Brendon…
Will Digital Finance play a bigger role in SA in 2015?
Digital finance services will become increasingly tailored to the digital channel and will play a significantly larger role in 2015, as more and more South Africans look outside of mainstream financial institutions to meet their financial needs. This is according…
Nigeria: Harsh business environment to blame for Bitflux delay
Back in February 2014, the Bitflux Consortium won the 2.3GHz spectrum license in Nigeria; however, it has now blamed the harsh business environment for its delay in rolling out the operation. According to ThisDay, CEO of VDT Communications, Biodun Omoniyi,…
Will the Internet of Things bring new data availability challenges?
The move towards the “Internet of Things” (IoT) – in which everything from fridges and TVs to running shoes and wristwatches are connected to the Internet – will create new data availability challenges for individuals and companies alike. Worldwide, IDC…
Kenya: CA seeks to identify ICT access gaps
The Communications Authority of Kenya is seeking a consultant to identify regions facing challenges in access to ICT services as it prepares to implement the Universal Service Fund’s functions, this according to The Star. According to the report, the CA…
Mobile Streams moves forward into Africa
Mobile Streams revealed in its latest trading update that revenues for its fiscal first half to end December 2014 fell to GBP 18.5 million from 27.1 million the year before, and was pulled down by the continued devaluation of the…
Dell unveils 4K Ultra HD 15-Inch Mobile Workstation
According to device manufacturer Dell, it has been listening to consumer feedback and has responded by incorporating new features into its flagship mobile workstation the Dell Precision M3800. The company revealed that the device now has a 4K Ultra HD…
South Africa: SACF submits comments on Integrated ICT policy
Submitting comments on the integrated ICT policy discussion paper today (Friday 30 January 2015) to the Department of Telecommunications and Postal services, ICT industry forum, the South Africa Communications Forum (SACF) has revealed that it is upbeat about prospects for…
“PPP’s key to fighting international epidemics” – Airtel MD
In August 2014, the World Health Organisation (WHO) formally declared Ebola an International Public Health Emergency – the largest, most severe and most complex outbreak in four-decade history of the disease. Since then, it has been a race against time…
TomTom expands global map footprint & services
TomTom (TOM2) has revealed map updates around the globe, increasing coverage and improving features for all business customers. TomTom’s global map database now covers over 44 million kilometres and 4.2 billion people worldwide, and features full navigable coverage for 126…
Fuel alert app FillApp hits South Africa
According to application developer TouchFoundry its latest application dubbed “FillApp” is set to save consumers money when it comes to the recent volatility price of fuel in South Africa. According to the developer, many South Africans find themselves not knowing…
Are smart homes becoming easy prey for hackers?
While the increasing use of home automation technology to create your version of a ‘smart house’ may be all the trend and seem practical, Richard Keymer Head of Pre-sales at SecureData Africa warns of the flipside in that once an…
Telecom Namibia to complete phase 1 of fibre grid in Q1
Telecom Namibia has stated that plans are at an advanced stage to construct a fibre-based network to connect all regional capitals in the country. Telecom Namibia’s senior manager of corporate communications, Oiva Angula, said that the construction of the primary…
Ericsson to drive e-waste disposal and recycling in Benin
Ericsson and MTN Benin have partnered under their Ecology Management Program, to launch the first electrical and electronic equipment waste (e-waste) collection and awareness drive in Benin. According to both Ericsson and MTN, the campaign is geared towards creating awareness…
