Helping SA to build a progressive nation

The discussion around connectivity in South Africa has to evolve. It’s no longer just about infrastructure and the advantages broadband delivers; it’s about the country’s participation and progress on a global level in a digital era, writes Eckart...

What every business should know about communications

The corporate world is overflowing with innovation and new advancements that are changing the face of communications. As a result, businesses large and small are being forced to say goodbye to their old, outdated communications systems and implement newer ones....

Uncapped data always the better option for home users

As more and more people turn to online content for entertainment, having a fast and available Internet connection at home is a growing priority, writes Calvin Collett, CEO of iConnect Telecoms. Increasing downloads of bandwidth hungry content is driving many consumers...

Unlocking future-proof services for Africa’s telcos

With voice revenues in terminal decline and future data revenue models uncertain, Africa’s telcos have to expand their value-added services portfolios. “On-demand entertainment and infotainment present the next big opportunity for telco VAS business...

How to overcome SA’s connectivity challenges

The world of connectivity which surrounds South Africa is fraught with political charge, economic complexities and red tape longer than man can measure. There are challenges which trip it up and slow its expansion, and yet it is showing more momentum today than ever...

Push to make 0800 numbers toll-free might backfire

While a new government regulation looks to make 0800 numbers free of cost for the caller, regardless of the network they use, high interconnect rates being proposed by some networks might actually push businesses away from toll-free numbers, and put the end user at a...