South Africa

Hexnode appoints enterprise sales director for Africa

Matthews's new role will involve driving strategic initiatives, strengthening Hexnode's presence across the continent.
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Qualcomm celebrates 2024 mentorship program

The program supported 10 start-ups from six African countries, addressing challenges in healthcare, agriculture, AI, and industrial sectors.
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Digital IDs can pave way for fintech innovations in Africa

According to a senior Visa executive, digital identities are one way to minimise regulatory red tape for fintech start-up innovation.
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Automated insurance client experience no longer a choice

A substantial section of the local population is young and looking for digital, flexible insurance options, says a senior industry exec.
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29 Nov

CHARGE unveils first off-grid EV charging station in SA

This renewable energy-powered EV charging station is part of the company's national network of 120 solar-powered charging stations that will be built .
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MTN extends 5G to Benin and Congo-Brazzaville

The two networks join South Africa, Nigeria, Uganda and Zambia in MTN’s stable offering 5G connectivity.
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Nov 21, 2024

Africa confronts an avalanche of cyber-attacks

Check Point says African organisations are increasingly vulnerable to attacks, especially as they adopt hybrid and multi-cloud environments.
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Nov 20, 2024

MTN, Telecoming launch cloud gaming offering, Cloudplay

The offering enables MTN users in South Africa to access a number of cloud-based video games, without the need for downloads or high-end gaming consoles.
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Nov 20, 2024

Identity fraud increases at alarming rate in Africa

Fraud-as-a-Service is becoming a big concern to African businesses, as identity fraud on the continent grows at an alarming rate.
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Nov 19, 2024

RMB introduces payment solution for CMA countries

The new offering allows RMB clients to make near real-time cross-border payments between RMB accounts across CMA countries.
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Nov 15, 2024

Axis Communications expands surveillance suite in Africa

The company says its latest generation of products provides customers with complete control over their video surveillance systems.
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Nov 12, 2024

South Africa leads Africa on download speeds

The country's download speed is 50% faster than second-placed Zimbabwe and more than four times faster than last-placed Angola.