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Telecommunications / 27-03-25 / Tau kaVodloza

MTN SA and Lynk Global trial Africa's first 'cell tower in space' satellite-to-phone voice call

"The call in Vryburg enables MTN and Lynk Global to test voice call quality and SMS capabilities over a LEO satellite connection. The technical trial was part of our work to find potential solutions to the challenges of providing coverage in…

Telecommunications / 19-02-25 / Chris Boshoff

Chris Boshoff | The 5G question: What makes it worth the investment?

"One of the key benefits of 5G is ownership and mobility. With 5G, the connectivity stays with the user, enabling a seamless experience whether they're working remotely, in the office, or on the go," says Chris Boshoff, Senior Product Manager…

Telecommunications / 31-01-25 / Tommy Jackson

AfDB partners with AXIAN Telecom to accelerate Africa's digital transformation

AXIAN Telecom CEO, Hassan Jaber said, "We are honoured to partner with an organisation that shares our vision of advancing Africa's digital economy. The funding from the African Development Bank not only underscores the immense digital potential…

Telecommunications / 31-01-25 / Daniel Nkosi

Natalie van der Merwe | The challenges of professionalism in the remote working era

"Employees have to navigate technical hurdles, communicate effectively across time zones, and recreate the spontaneity that comes in office settings while delivering empathetic, efficient support to customers that have rising expectations,"…

Telecommunications / 30-01-25 / Daniel Nkosi

MTN Pulse introduces game-changing offers to usher in 2025

"MTN's 'Drive for 25' initiative is focused first on delivering the best value for young South Africans and helping them navigate reach for greatness while staying connected. This offer also supports parents of school-age children by giving…

Telecommunications / 17-01-25 / Staff Writer

MTN SA recognised as one of the top employers for 2025

"At MTN, we believe that our people are at the heart of everything we do. This recognition affirms our commitment to creating an environment where our employees can thrive, reach their full potential, and feel inspired to make meaningful contributions,"…

Telecommunications / 17-01-25 / Daniel Nkosi

Dandemutande now an official Starlink reseller in Zimbabwe

“We are excited about this development as it allows us to take our commitment of connecting people, businesses, and communities, to the next level. We have been offering Starlink services through our Botswana and Malawi operations, and now have…

Telecommunications / 23-12-24 / Duty Editor

Cassava Technologies secures US$310M funding, completes business reorganisation

“We are excited to announce these significant achievements, which collectively strengthen our financial position and are a powerful testament to the vision of our founder and Group Chairman, Strive Masiyiwa, and the dedication and commitment…

Telecommunications / 22-11-24 / Daniel Nkosi

COMRIC warns against sim swap fraud and digital scams

Advocate Thokozani Mvelase, Chief Executive Officer of COMRIC, has called for renewed vigilance as fraudsters exploit vulnerabilities in mobile network systems to carry out unauthorised SIM swaps.

Telecommunications / 20-11-24 / Daniel Nkosi

MTN and SA law enforcement make arrests in OTP scam syndicate

MTN South Africa, in collaboration with Crime Intelligence, Commercial Crimes, and other Crime Prevention units of the South African Police Services ("SAPS"), makes breakthrough by arresting key individuals believed to be involved in a One Time…

Telecommunications / 09-10-24 / Daniel Nkosi

ISO certification: what SA auditors should know abut their telecoms clients

"Auditors should also engage with staff at all levels of a company. This will inevitably reveal whether ISO procedures are being implemented properly or if they only exist on paper. Finally, a company with superficial certification likely will…

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