Iran a hidden gem for MTN, despite R6bn ‘trapped’ amid sanctions

Despite continued sanctions on Iran, South African telecommunications giant MTN Group considers its investment in the country a “hidden gem” that will eventually bring value to the group. Since the... 

Constant reinvention key for businesses to stay ahead of the curve in rapidly evolving digital era – Accenture

In the rapidly evolving digital era, companies not only need to undertake digital transformation, but it is becoming increasingly critical for companies to become constant reinventors of every part... 

Progress made on North West reservoir project, with completion expected in June next year

Progress is being made on the construction of the third phase of the multi-phased Moretele South bulk water supply scheme project, in the North West, which started in June 2023, with completion... 

Payment24 expands into new industries and regions

As South African specialised payment solutions firm Payment24 continues to expand into new regions, while adding products and solutions to its portfolio, it is also branching out into other... 

South Africa’s nonrevenue water rising to worrying levels

South Africa’s nonrevenue water (NRW) is rising to unsustainable levels, with nearly half the water piped through the country’s infrastructure being lost through leaks, theft or nonpayment.... 

SAP, partners launch Africa’s first AppHaus in South Africa

Africa’s first AppHaus, forming part of a community of global locations driven by software company SAP and its partners to ensure that creative spaces and innovation services are available to... 

MTN outlines plans to build fibre networks on the continent

Telecommunications group MTN has ambitious plans to “wire” Africa with fibre, building what it calls a “fibre railroad” and establishing fibre companies (fibreco’s) in every region it operates to... 

Condra supplies overhead crane to Angolan mine

Crane manufacturer Condra Cranes has manufactured and commissioned an overhead crane for a mine in Angola. The overhead crane is assisting with the construction, in a project managed by specialist... 

IoT can help businesses, households streamline energy consumption – Vodacom Business subsidiary

While the Internet of Things (IoT) is well known for its capabilities in bridging the physical and digital worlds and improving the running of industry and homes, its capacity for energy... 

Africa to be fastest-growing fintech region as global industry grows to $1.5tr by 2030

Emerging economies are leading the way as financial technology (fintech) gains momentum, with global revenues set to surge sixfold from $245-billion to $1.5-trillion by 2030, a new report released... 

Technology group 4Sight bounces back after tough period

After a period of instability, Alt-X-listed 4Sight has turned its fortunes around, successfully navigating through the Covid-19 pandemic-linked lockdowns and restrictions, and ultimately delivering... 

Vodacom investing more than R500m to expand connectivity in Eastern Cape rural areas, townships

Telecommunications group Vodacom Eastern Cape region is injecting more than R500-million to expand connectivity in deep rural areas and townships that had no connectivity before. The bulk of the... 

Department outlines pre-emptive measures amid forecasts of deteriorating water supply

While South Africa is currently in balance nationally in terms of water supply and demand, albeit with localised – and, in some cases, severe – deficits, this could change rapidly. The country... 

Gauteng govt vows to use ‘every technology available’ in fight against crime

South Africa’s economic hub is “going high-tech” to combat the country’s number one enemy: crime, avers Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi. No stone must be left unturned and every technology available... 

MTN’s MoMo platform notches up eight million subscribers in four years

Telecommunications group MTN’s Mobile Money (MoMo) platform has reached eight-million subscribers four years after its launch as South Africans increasingly seek alternatives to traditional... 

Digital technologyʼs role in education in sub-Saharan Africa

Digital technologies and connectivity can play a critical role in improving African education systems, but only if the right support mechanisms and policies are in place, research by Vodacom Group,... 

Condra clinches order to replace overhead crane at KZN millhouse

Crane manufacturer Condra Cranes has secured an order for a replacement overhead crane at a millhouse in KwaZulu-Natal. The new double-girder electric overhead crane spans 21 m and is equipped with... 

Africa unlikely to meet its 2025 water goals – report

A new report by the African Ministers’ Council on Water (Amcow) indicates that, as a continent, Africa is off-track to achieve agreed-upon goals on water and sanitation. The 2022 Africa Water and... 

Cyberattacks in Kenya, South Africa and Zambia increased by 76% in 2022

Cyberattacks on businesses across South Africa, Kenya and Zambia increased significantly during 2022, despite more cybersecurity measures being implemented, a new report by pan-African technology... 

Revived Rand Water Services to accelerate innovation, sustainability locally and in the rest of Africa

Rand Water has re-established Rand Water Services to deliver a variety of services for the water sector in South Africa and across Africa as it works to accelerate innovation and sustainability.... 

Study highlights economic benefits of climate-resilient water systems

A multiyear hydroeconomic study, completed for the Western Cape Water Supply System (WCWSS), confirms the economic benefits of reliable, climate-resilient water systems across cities in South... 

Pumps company targets expansion, bolsters skills training

As pumping applications solutions provider Integrated Pump Technology continues its growth story across the African continent, part of its success is attributed to the empowering of its local... 

Cell C completes migration to third-party networks ahead of end-of-2023 target date

Communications group Cell C has completed its network migration ahead of schedule, opening access to about 14 000 towers countrywide, 12 000 sites of which are fourth-generation and long-term... 

Final analogue switch-off postponed to end of 2024

The final switch off date for South Africa’s analogue frequencies has now been set for December 24, 2024. A two-step approach has been adopted for the long-delayed transition from analogue to... 

5G reaches 35% global penetration

As the adoption of fifth-generation (5G) technology accelerates, 5G population coverage has reached 35% globally, according to the latest Ericsson Mobility report. However, there are large regional... 

SA energy crisis opening up opportunities for innovation

As South Africa’s ongoing energy challenges unveils opportunities for innovations and solutions, small businesses have a major role to play in South Africa’s transition to renewable energy and... 

Partnership to bring affordable Internet services to township youth

Local viral consumer rewards application Maholla and Internet service provider (ISP) ikeja have partnered to deliver high quality, cost-effective Internet services to youth across South Africa’s... 

Microsoft Airband to connect nearly 40m to the Internet in Africa and Latin America

Microsoft has entered into new, and expanded existing, Airband partnerships to provide high-speed Internet access to nearly 40-million people across Africa and Latin America. The partnerships in... 

Namibia joins UN Water Convention

Namibia has become the first Southern African country, and the eighth in Africa, to accede to the Convention on the Protection and Use of Transboundary Watercourses and International Lakes. Namibia... 

USAid commits $3m to African Water Facility

The United States Agency for International Development (USAid) has committed $3-million to the African Water Facility to help accelerate the preparation of water and sanitation investment projects... 

Reports highlight continuing deterioration in South Africa’s water sector

The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) has published the Green, Blue and No Drop “Watch Reports”, precursors to the full and interim reports to be released later this year, revealing that... 

New Luanda-Joburg fibre route established

Pan-African technology group Liquid Intelligent Technologies subsidiary Liquid Dataport and fixed network operator Angola Telecom have established a new terrestrial fibre route from Luanda, in... 

Body calls for immediate measures to arrest collapse of SA’s water treatment facilities

The Scientific Advisory Group on Emergencies (SAGE) is recommending several urgent measures to prevent a widening collapse of South Africa’s water treatment facilities amid a cholera outbreak.... 

Digital platforms can significantly promote trade in Africa – YouTube executive

Digital platforms can play a significant role in promoting trade and commerce in Africa, says YouTube Europe, Middle East and Africa emerging markets MD Alex Okosi. Digital trade can transform... 

Municipalities owe Rand Water nearly R5bn

Municipalities across Gauteng owe water utility provider Rand Water just under R5-billion for water. While some municipalities have responded to Rand Water’s call for them to pay for the water... 

New AI industry association launched in South Africa

A new industry body focused on promoting the advancement of responsible artificial intelligence (AI) in South Africa has been launched. The South African Artificial Intelligence Association (SAAIA)... 

Long-awaited R4bn Rooiwal wastewater plant rehab to start in September

The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) and the City of Tshwane (CoT) have embarked on a partnership that will see the Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) implement the urgent upgrade... 

Telecoms companies rank last in customer sentiment for third consecutive year

South Africa’s telecommunications industry has ranked last for consumer sentiment for the third consecutive year. The latest PwC South African Telecommunications Sentiment Index for 2022, conducted... 

Cloud 23 achieves 80% customer base growth

Enterprise software management firm Cloud23 has achieved an 80% increase in its local customer base over the last year. Founded in 2021 by global technology executive Ram Ramakrishnan as an... 

New body to champion interests of junior mining sector poised for August launch

In an effort to better support South Africa’s junior mining industry and assist junior miners, as well as their suppliers and contractors, a new voluntary entity is preparing to launch. The Junior...