The next-gen tech will represent around 10% of mobile subscriptions in the region by 2027, with SA expected to be at the forefront of deployments, says Ericsson.
The Department of Home Affairs tells Parliament its online-driven appointment booking system will be piloted in five branches with high traffic volumes from 3 December.
The telecoms regulator commits to licensing spectrum for the wholesale open access network, amid concerns from industry bodies.
The University of Johannesburg and University of the Witwatersrand’s vice-chancellors lament the continuous delays in the auctioning of spectrum.
Since its March 2020 debut, the Western Cape’s housing services mobile app channels over 800 housing applications, with more than 10 500 downloads.
The licences are valid for a period of seven months, commencing from 1 December 2021 and ending on 30 June 2022, says the regulator.
Telkom Group CEO designate Serame Taukobong says business must take a long-term view of digital inclusion, and not prioritise short-term gains.
The new MacBook Pro range uses up to 70% less power than a normal PC, and can run for up to 21 hours on a single charge.
The solution is touted as ideal for the area, as it will not compromise the radio frequency sensitivity in the Square Kilometre Array environment.
Minister Khumbudzo Ntshavheni asks for projects that support government’s connectivity commitment to be fast-tracked and taken to market without delay.
The advocacy group fears the wholesale open-access network policy has been affected by factional conflict within the ruling party.