The solution will allow SA's telecoms operators to develop new services such as faster Internet access.
The ZTE-G S302 is aimed at older users and users with special needs but does not necessarily optimise functionality for them.
An official announcement is expected in January 2010 and the plant will be set up before the end of the year.
A new business incubators model can bring economic development and employment opportunities, says Bandwidth Barn.
ITWeb TV: Does SA have what it takes to produce a billion-dollar unicorn? | Episode #98
Innovation Hub CEO Bangani Mpangalasane discusses Gauteng's budding start-up ecosystem, why SA has yet to produce a unicorn company, and innovation that can be a catalyst for economic development and resolve societal challenges.
A UJ student will be competing in the finals of the Imagine Cup 2009 for developing a programme that could prevent crowd congestion in stadiums.
In this World Wide Wrap: Africa takes action against climate change, Nokia taps into Africa's unbanked and Uganda looks to low income market.
In this World Wide Wrap: Philips reveals e-skins for gadgets, IBM Seagate Momentus Thin announced, and Droid is Times gadget of the year.
In this World Wide Wrap: Nortel, Verizon claim first 100G network, LTE gains traction, and Starent shareholders approve Cisco deal.
The company partners with Miss Earth SA to drive its energy efficiency campaign.
IBM, Novartis and Vodafone collaborate to improve the efficiency of managing anti-malarial drugs.
In this World Wide Wrap: Google tracks disappearing forests, Panasonic acquisition ups green offering, and green consumer spending defies downturn.
Creating greater awareness around pirated software and intellectual property rights is critical, says Microsoft.
A new local Web site lets users participate in mass action at the Copenhagen Summit.