Telcos feeling pressure of sustained levels of loadshedding

As South Africa’s persistent loadshedding shows no signs of abating, the country’s telecommunications companies are having to ramp up mitigation measures in an effort to keep consumers connected.... 

Preparatory work under way on commercial centre that will serve LHWP Phase II project area

Preparatory stages of construction of the Polihali commercial centre at Masakong are under way after the Lesotho Highlands Development Authority (LHDA) awarded the M11.3-million contract to Unik... 

Construction to start on Tzaneen dam wall raising

Construction to raise the Tzaneen dam wall by 3 m is set to start, following the issuing of the safety licence on February 10. The construction will start in March, with an estimated project... 

Consolidation ‘likely to happen’ in SA telecoms sector

Consolidation within South Africa’s telecommunications industry is likely and in line with global trends, predicts Montegray Capital founder and CEO Michael Jordaan. Speaking during a financial... 

Reconfiguration of South Africa’s water boards ‘moving with speed’ – Mchunu

The efforts of the Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) to reconfigure South Africa’s water boards, and ensure the provision of water and sanitation services for all, is “moving with speed”,... 

Cloud spending to accelerate across Africa in 2023 – report

Companies across Africa are planning to increase their spending on cloud computing over the next year, a new study reveals. According to the Cloud in Africa 2023 study, more than two-thirds of... 

SA mining sector can play key role in saving water – AECI

The South African mining sector can play a significant role in water savings, says water treatment chemicals, equipment and services group AECI Water executive Dean Mulqueeny. With about 200 mines... 

Interest in fully automated cranes increasing in Africa – Condra MD

There is increased interest in automated cranes, amid the growing awareness of the benefits of full crane automation, says crane manufacturer Condra MD Marc Kleiner. It is currently the most... 

Smartphone shipments record largest decline in a single quarter

Worldwide smartphone shipments experienced the largest decline in a single quarter during the last three months of 2022, preliminary data from market intelligence and advisory services firm... 

Africa needs modern, harmonised regulations for universal broadband coverage – MTN CEO

Telecommunications giant MTN Group president and CEO Ralph Mupita has called for the modernisation and harmonisation of regulatory frameworks across Africa as well as the collective effort of all... 

Africa House, SAOGA to lead delegation to showcase opportunities in Tanzania

Research and consulting company Africa House and industry body South African Oil & Gas Alliance (SAOGA) are preparing to lead a delegation to Tanzania in March to help South African firms establish... 

Accelerated action needed to ensure safe drinking water, sanitation, hygiene for all

The latest findings from a World Health Organisation (WHO) and United Nations (UN) Water report show an urgent need to accelerate action in many countries to achieve safe and sustainably managed... 

Three 2Africa subsea cables now landed in South Africa

The 2Africa subsea cable has landed at the Vodacom network facility in Gqeberha, in the Eastern Cape, marking the third landing on the coast of South Africa of the world’s largest submarine cable... 

Online retail passed R50bn mark in 2022 as post-Covid trend continued

Online retail in South Africa surpassed the R50-billion milestone in 2022, a new study by World Wide Worx and Mastercard shows. Amid an ongoing boom in demand for home deliveries, online retail... 

ICT sector can help sub-Saharan Africa slash emissions by 15% by 2030 – Ericsson

The information and communications technology (ICT) sector has a significant role to play in helping sub-Saharan Africa achieve its various climate targets, says Ericsson head of sustainability and... 

Samsung launches Solve for Tomorrow programme in South Africa

Samsung’s Solve for Tomorrow programme, designed to increase youth interest and proficiency in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education, has reached South African shores.... 

AM adapter gets an upgrade

Automation specialist SEW-EURODRIVE has introduced its AMS adapter, an upgrade of the company’s well-known AM adapter, into the South African market. The AMS adapter, which enables SEW-EURODRIVE’s... 

Company develops low-cost, low-maintenance water treatment system

Water treatment company GAST Clearwater has developed a water treatment system to improve water quality globally without the use of obnoxious chemicals, biological components or membranes. The... 

South African coal mine equipped with 5G

Canyon Coal’s Phalanndwa Colliery is set to become a fifth-generation (5G) connected coal mine operation after it partnered with Huawei, MTN and Minetec Smart Mining to enable guaranteed... 

Global 5G growth continues despite macroeconomic challenges

Despite economic challenges in many regions worldwide, fifth-generation (5G) technology continues to scale faster than any previous mobile generation. By the end of 2028, global 5G subscriptions... 

Microsoft, Viasat partner to deliver Internet access to underserved communities

Multinational technology corporation Microsoft and global communications company Viasat have partnered to increase access to the Internet for ten-million people worldwide – including five-million... 

MTN named South Africa’s best mobile network for 2022

Telecommunications giant MTN has secured the title of South Africa’s best mobile network for 2022 in MyBroadband Insights’ Mobile Network Quality Report. The yearly report, released on January 16,... 

Digitalisation can optimise South Africa’s water and wastewater infrastructure – Schneider Electric

Digital transformation can play a significant role in reshaping the water and wastewater sector, particularly across ageing infrastructure, which continues to face challenges such as water leaks... 

BCX delivers 5G solutions to Mpumalanga mine to improve safety, productivity

Information and communication technology group BCX has partnered with Huawei and MPI to deliver innovative fifth-generation (5G) solutions to the Nungu mine, in Witbank, bringing about enhancements... 

Condra completes 32 t yard crane for Mpumalanga refinery

Crane manufacturer Condra Cranes has completed a 32 t, 30-metre-span container handling crane for Mbombela-based metals refinery Manganese Metal Company (MMC). MMC’s gantry was delivered on... 

Cape Town calls for reduced water use on the back of this year’s below-average rainfall

The City of Cape Town has set a proactive water savings target, based on this year’s below average rainfall, until the next rainy season. Despite there being no immediate cause for concern about... 

Microsoft hosts meetup for startup founders and upcoming entrepreneurs

As Microsoft continues its ambitions of accelerating the growth of 10 000 African startups and fast-tracking investment in Africa’s startup ecosystem over the next five years, it hosted, through... 

Global smartphone shipments continue to decelerate

Global smartphone shipments continue to be impacted on by slowed demand and setbacks in China, with an updated forecast for the worldwide smartphone market from the International Data Corporation... 

Orange launches its commercial 5G network in Botswana

Telecommunications group Orange Botswana has become the first Orange affiliate in Africa to launch fifth-generation (5G) commercially. Since November, 5G connectivity has been available in greater... 

Mteto Nyati takes 40% stake in Business Systems Group

Former Altron CEO and prominent businessperson Mteto Nyati has invested in South African business and technology consulting firm Business Systems Group (BSG), taking a significant 40% ownership,... 

Huawei launches new commercial venture, aids SME growth

Information and communication technology group Huawei South Africa has launched a new commercial venture to grow its partner ecosystem and attract small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) customers... 

Condra acquires iTek Drives

Crane and hoist manufacturer Condra has acquired Optidrive variable-frequency drives distributor (VFDs) iTek Drives for an undisclosed amount. The deal enables Condra to secure the supply of... 

Limpopo community to get solar hub

Multinational information technology company Société Internationale de Télécommunications Aéronautiques (Sita) South Africa, Dell Technologies and Computer Aid International are collaborating on a... 

4G to remain dominant tech in Africa for foreseeable future

Although the adoption of fifth-generation (5G) technology is accelerating at a record pace worldwide, fourth-generation (4G) technology is forecast to remain dominant across Africa for the... 

Vodacom Business to to provide online solutions for Unisa students, staff

The University of South Africa (Unisa) has appointed telecommunications group Vodacom Business to provide future-ready digital solutions to students and staff and ensure that quality distance... 

How SA is using spatial data technology for coastal and oceans monitoring

A Council for Scientific and Industrial Research- (CSIR-) implemented Oceans and Coast monitoring programme is proving to be successful, and, as the multistakeholder programme embarks on its next... 

Partnership with Twoobii enables BCX to deliver ‘exceptional’ business-to-business offering

Technology group BCX has partnered with Twoobii to enable businesses, merchants and consumers to benefit from seamless voice and data connectivity, with speeds from 2 Mb/s to 20 Mb/s, through its... 

Call for accelerated investment in Africa’s water infrastructure

Global leaders and Heads of State from Africa and the global north have called for urgent investment into Africa’s water and sanitation sector. At least $30-billion a year is required to achieve... 

Cell C, Huawei in systems transformation project

As telecommunications group Cell C wraps up its long-awaited recapitalisation and progresses its significant turnaround programme, the mobile operator has turned to information and communication... 

ARM, Wits ink agreement to boost mining skills development and research

Diversified mining and minerals group African Rainbow Minerals (ARM) and the University of the Witwatersrand (Wits) have entered a multidisciplinary partnership to enhance skills and research in...