Optimising GEO satellite performance for the cloud
GEO satellite is a viable option for companies wanting the ubiquity of cloud from remote and rural locations in South Africa, writes Kathleen Morris, satellite product manager at Vox. There is, says McKinsey, $3-trillion in business value waiting in the cloud for...
What makes 5G technology worth the investment?
Why should customers and companies care about 5G when they have perfectly acceptable connectivity solutions in hand already asks, asks Chris Boshoff, senior product manager at Vox. There is excitement about 5G. It is the fastest growing mobile technology in history,...
Ilitha secures investment to connect townships
Ilitha Telecommunications has announced a significant investment from Meridiam at the United Nations International Telecommunication Union (ITU) conference in Geneva, Switzerland. The ambition is to expand Ilitha's high-speed fibre network to at least 500 000...
Rapid 5G adoption transforms industries drives need for data management
The future of 5G technology has great potential to transform industries by improving connectivity, speed and capacity, especially as this standard for cellular networks is seeing such rapid adoption that it is set to outpace previous mobile generations due to the...
NEC XON partners with Skywire
NEC XON, in partnership with Skywire, has successfully deployed a OneWeb satellite solution tailored to meet the connectivity challenges faced by rural communities and remote enterprises across South Africa. One of Skywire’s initial OneWeb applications was a unique...
How SA’s telecoms can prioritise the client
Around the world, telecommunications service providers are constantly evolving, adapting reconfiguring themselves to meet new industry and client expectations. At the same time, telecoms are drivers of innovation; they have to keep up with the latest trends, and...
Digital economy to bring enhanced benefits in 2025
The world of mobile connectivity is not just evolving, it's promising a future that ensures the industry will not stagnate but continue to drive enhanced experiences. By Divyesh Joshi, chief strategy and transformation officer at MTN SA From the first SMS in the early...
AI could transform the telecom sector
Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the telecommunications industry, driving operational efficiencies, optimising network performance, and significantly enhancing customer sxperience (CX), writes Mirza Bukva, head of telecom partnerships Africa at...
MTN drives microgrid initiative in Orange Farm
MTN South Africa is sponsoring a microgrid initiative in Orange Farm, aiming to address critical socio-economic challenges by bringing renewable energy, internet connectivity, and new economic opportunities to the area. The microgrid solution being implemented in...
Nokia launches 5G Banshee Flex Radio
Nokia has announced the release of the Nokia 5G Banshee Flex Radio, a mobile broadband edge network designed to meet the complex communication demands of modern warfare. As part of Nokia’s Tactical Solutions portfolio, this innovative 5G/LTE technology delivers...
Vodacom Western Cape enhances connectivity
The Western Cape is gearing up for what appears to be yet another record-setting festive season in 2024 as more domestic and international visitors flock to the province to enjoy its beautiful beaches, wine farms and nature reserves. Vodacom Western Cape region has...
5G Advanced: The invisible upgrade that could transform daily life
When 5G first arrived, it was advertised as a revolution in connectivity, promising blazing speeds and instant data access. But for most of us, the experience has been more evolutionary than revolutionary. By Rakesh Lakhani, head of networks solutions at Ericsson...