- A new impact firm, Axum, has been launched by seven former partners from the renowned Dalberg advisory service based in Africa and the Middle East. The formation of Axum represents an initiative driven by over a century’s worth of collective experience in setting up, expanding, and successfully…
- Datacentrix, the renowned hybrid ICT systems integrator and managed services provider, has been honoured with two accolades at the Lenovo Channel Awards 2022. The company secured the titles of Intelligent Devices Group (IDG) Relationship Partner of the Year and IDG Platinum Partner of the Year,…
- Scan to Pay, backed by Ukheshe Technologies, has forged a partnership with Xion Global, introducing cryptocurrency payments to its platform, broadening its reach in South Africa’s evolving financial landscape. Regarded as South Africa’s preeminent QR payment ecosystem, Scan to Pay is utilised by…
- The rich heritage of South African storytelling, once told around firesides by elder family members, is finding a fresh voice in the realm of podcasts. Historically, these stories, narrated in indigenous languages, played pivotal roles – entertaining, imparting moral lessons, and preserving the…
- In a significant move towards enhancing Africa’s digital connectivity, the London Internet Exchange (LINX) has selected iColo: A Digital Realty Company’s NBO1 data centre in Nairobi to establish its new East African interconnection hub, named LINX Nairobi. Last year, LINX revealed plans to…
- CMC Networks, a globally recognised Tier 1 telecommunications service provider, has unveiled plans to become a part of LINX Nairobi. This new hub, managed by the London Internet Exchange, aims to enhance internet connectivity across East Africa. With a track record of facilitating digital…
- The digital payment landscape in Africa has seen considerable evolution in recent years, with a marked surge in demand. Following the pandemic, contactless payments have gained momentum, especially amongst banked customers in specific markets. Recent innovations include ‘Tap-on-glass’ technology,…
- The need for institutional trust has never been greater given how quickly the regulatory landscape is changing. Implementing robust governance, risk management, and compliance (GRC) programmes can significantly help to create this trust. Beyond this, global analytics leader SAS says that consistent…
- There’s no question that African businesses are being increasingly targeted by cyberattacks, with ransomware, spyware and backdoor incidents, as well as data leaks, becoming ever more prevalent. One such recent example is the Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks on Kenyan and Nigerian…
- Tarsus On Demand, the cloud platform enablement partner, has officially appointed Landie Uys as its Head of Operations. With a decade of experience in the technology industry, Uys’s appointment signals a strategic move for the company towards operational excellence through technology. Landie Uys…
- In light of recent disruptions involving undersea Internet cables, the importance of these cables for South Africa and the entire continent cannot be overstated. Acting as the continent’s digital arteries, they represent crucial entry points into the region. As digitalisation rapidly advances,…
- To offer a more robust IP network interconnect in Ghana, a new Internet Exchange Point (IXP) has emerged in the PAIX data centre in Accra. The new IXP went live to traffic on 20th August 2023. The Accra Internet Exchange (Accra-IX) is a Non-Profit organization aimed at building and growing the…
- Between 22 and 24 August 2023, Ghana became a focal point for Africa’s digital transformation as it hosted the 12th African Peering and Interconnection Forum (AfPIF). Leading tech firm MainOne, in partnership with the Internet Society (ISOC) and the African IXP Association (AFIX), convened the…
- Ghana is set to host the 12th edition of the African Peering and Interconnection Forum (AfPIF) from 22nd to 24th August 2023 in the capital city of Accra. This will be the second time that the dynamic African city has had the honour of hosting the event. Organised annually by the Internet Society (…
- Leading technology brand SKYWORTH, familiar in the South African tech scene for nearly a decade, has unveiled a series of innovative products in their 2023 lineup. At the recent Megatech Global Tour Launch, the highlight was the introduction of South Africa’s premier 100″ 4K QLED Google TV,…
- Axiz, a prominent technology distribution company based in Africa, has recently been granted the distribution rights for Veeam, a renowned provider of data management solutions. The strategic move solidifies Axiz’s commitment to the African continent, serving as a pivotal step in its growth…
- In the wake of today’s highly interconnected digital landscape, African enterprises are increasingly battling a ballooning number of cyber threats that have enormous potential to cripple their day-to-day operations, expose sensitive data, and inflict irreparable financial losses. Driven by the…
- SAS, a global leader in analytics, has reiterated its commitment to nurturing South Africa’s youth as a key strategy towards driving sustainable growth and inclusive wealth creation in the nation. Recognising the pivotal role of young people in the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR), the company is…
- Intelsat, the Virginia-based operator of one of the globe’s most expansive integrated satellite and terrestrial networks, and MaxIQ Space, a trailblazer in space-centred STEM education, have concluded their annual STEM Space programme. Celebrated with student project presentations and an awards…
- Sandton City, a leading shopping centre in Johannesburg, South Africa, has launched a new campaign that uses artificial intelligence (AI) to reimagine iconic fashion items. The “Future Icons” campaign features AI-generated images of items such as the little black dress, denim, trench coat, hoodie,…
- The African Development Bank (AfDB) has signed a €14 million loan agreement with the government of Cabo Verde to enhance the Cabo Verde Technology Park. The loan will make the park more climate resilient and supportive of enterprise development. The Cabo Verde Technology Park is a state-of-the-art…
- Ghana has been a leader in digital transformation in Africa, and the launch of MDXi Appolonia in 2021 has further accelerated this progress. The state-of-the-art data centre, which is certified to Tier III standards, has provided businesses with a secure and reliable platform for their IT needs.…
- In a joint advisory released by cybersecurity agencies across the United States, the UK, Australia, Canada and New Zealand, managed security service providers (MSSPs) have been warned of a sharp increase in cyber-attacks targeting their systems. The agencies have identified MSSPs as a particularly …
- Cybercrime is a swamp of statistics. The Microsoft Digital Crimes Unit reported that 531,000 unique phishing URLs were taken down in 2022 and 70 billion email and identity threats were blocked. Google reported that global cyberattacks increased by 38% in the same year, with a cost of $10.5 trillion…
- Atomic Access, a Cape-based ISP, has announced a significant achievement in its open networking strategy by delivering content with remarkably low latency. The company now consistently routes content from the NAPAfrica and CINX internet exchange points to fibre networks in as little as 300…
- A fiscal year is the accounting period used by a company to track its financial performance. It is typically 12 months long, but it can be any length of time that is convenient for the company. The fiscal year is important for software companies because it allows them to track their sales and…
- Organisations across the globe are rapidly embracing sustainability goals and programmes, recognising that going green is not just beneficial to our planet but also good for business. The challenge, however, is to move from goals and promises to progress and action. Over the past two years, the…
- If there’s one thing almost no one leaves home without, it’s their mobile phone. How many times have you forgotten your keys or worse still, your wallet, and been left stranded at the shops? Now you don’t need your purse or your wallet, or even a bank card to go to the store. All you […]
- Smile Communications Uganda Limited, an industry frontrunner in providing 4G LTE services in Uganda and East Africa, has apologised for a prolonged service outage that has lasted since 31st January 2022. The company has been embroiled in a commercial dispute with the American Towers Corporation (…
- Africa Data Centres, part of the Cassava Technologies group, has been named the latest partner for the London Internet Exchange (LINX), marking a significant step in establishing the East African interconnection hub, LINX Nairobi. The collaboration follows a strategic partnership agreement between…
- ESET Southern Africa, a global leader in digital security, has recently celebrated its annual Partner Awards in Johannesburg. The event was designed to honour the remarkable accomplishments and innovative strides of ESET’s partners. The primary objective of these awards is to acknowledge superior…
- Ukheshe Labs, the newly launched innovation hub by Banking as a Service (BaaS) and embedded finance enabler Ukheshe, is set to concentrate on research and development within the digital payments sector. Jason Penton, Co-Founder of Ukheshe and Head of Ukheshe Labs, emphasizes the importance of…
- Digital Parks SA, the powerhouse behind Africa’s largest Carrier Neutral modular data centre, has unveiled its second establishment within Eco Park in Centurion, further cementing its foothold in the thriving African digital landscape. The newly opened data centre, the first of its kind in the…
- Africa Data Centres, a Cassava Technologies group company, has joined forces with the London Internet Exchange (LINX) to explore digital growth opportunities across Africa. This partnership, announced on May 22, 2023, represents a significant step in the expansion plans of Africa Data Centres,…
- In an international collaborative effort, Germany, the European Union, and Estonia have partnered with the Kenyan government to inaugurate the Digital Transformation Centre (DTC), a crucial cog in the Team Europe Initiative on Human-Centred Digitalisation. The ambitious project, enacted with the…
- Africa Data Centres, the leading network of interconnected, carrier- and cloud-neutral data centre facilities on the African continent, has announced plans to construct a new facility in Accra, Ghana. The state-of-the-art facility in the Central Business District of Accra will boast an initial…
- African Internet Exchange Points (IXPs) have experienced significant growth over the past decade, boasting over 40 operational IXPs across the continent. These crucial nodes are the backbone for local interconnection, reducing latency, minimizing bandwidth costs, and elevating Internet performance…
- KamaPay, a fast-growing fintech company, will be showcasing its cross-border payment solutions at the highly anticipated GITEX Africa 2023 event. This prestigious gathering of industry leaders and technology enthusiasts will take place from May 31 to June 2 in Marrakech, Morocco. KamaPay’s…
- Vodacom Tanzania and other mobile network operators have joined forces with the Tanzanian government to expand broadband services as part of the ambitious Digital Tanzania project. To achieve 80% broadband penetration by 2025, this initiative aims to bridge the digital divide and bring connectivity…
- In a significant development for Africa’s digital landscape, Liquid Dataport, a subsidiary of Cassava Technologies, has announced the launch of the continent’s first terrestrial fibre connection stretching from Mombasa, Kenya to Johannesburg, South Africa. The move responds to a growing demand for…
- Nelson Mandela Bay in the Eastern Cape has welcomed the latest addition to INX-ZA’s community-run Internet Exchange Point (IXP) services. The new Nelson Mandela Bay Internet Exchange Point (NMBINX) aims to improve the Eastern Cape Internet ecosystem and provide businesses faster and more efficient…
- WhatsApp has announced a new feature that allows users to link their accounts across multiple phones and other devices such as web browsers, tablets, and desktops. This new feature extends the ability to message seamlessly across all devices while maintaining the same level of privacy and security…
- INX-ZA, a community-run Internet eXchange Point (IXP) service, has announced the Nelson Mandela Bay Internet Exchange Point (NMBINX) launch in South Africa. The NMBINX will serve as a single peering point, connecting network operators in the Eastern Cape province to local networks, content…
- A new report from PwC highlights the growing importance of cybersecurity risks for companies in Africa. The report, entitled “Africa Business Agenda: Technology Perspective 2023”, is based on responses from 282 CEOs in Africa who participated in PwC’s 26th Annual Global CEO Survey. It reveals that…
- South African data aggregation platform SearchWorks is marking its 15th anniversary as the country’s leading source for up-to-date information that enables informed business decisions. The online platform boasts 160 search options spanning over 20 data sources, allowing users to conduct individual…
- Since its launch in November last year, the OpenAI developed ChatGPT language model has taken the world by storm. Its use of deep learning techniques to understand language and generate responses based on the input it receives has pushed artificial intelligence (AI) into the mainstream. But…
- South Africa’s largest retailer, Shoprite, has come up with a solution for SASSA grant beneficiaries whose gold cards are expiring in the coming months. Beneficiaries can switch their payments to a Shoprite Money Market Account, which is the lowest cost, fully-fledged, transactional bank account in…
- Tétris Design and Build has responded to the state of play in the commercial property sector by pushing design excellence from a technical, creative, and strategic point of view. At its core, design is about experience with purpose. And how we experience design has never been more important. That’…
- Every year since 2017 the local entrepreneurial multiverse has celebrated incredible new businesses in the hotly-contested South Africa’s Top 5 Most Exciting Startups Awards. In recent years the judges’ attention has shifted to startups that are making a difference, particularly those that are eco-…
- The African School of Economics (ASE) has launched Africa’s first 5G Mokki Tech Space, a network of immersive digital learning and remote work environments connected via fifth-generation mobile communication technology. In collaboration with partner universities in Africa and Finland, the ASE’s…
